Chris Palmer, Climate Reporter

Chris Palmer is a dedicated climate reporter who has covered environmental policy, extreme weather events, and the energy transition for seven years. A trained meteorologist with a journalism qualification from City University London, he combines scientific understanding with compelling storytelling. He has reported from UN climate summits and covered major environmental disasters across Europe.
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Whales Thrive in Warming Greenland Waters as Sea Ice Melts

As sea ice continues to vanish from East Greenland, researchers have observed…

Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorms Loom Over the UK, Sparking Flash Flood Warnings

The UK is bracing for a deluge of heavy rain and thunderstorms…

Severe Weather Alert: UK Faces Continued Downpours and Flash Flood Risks

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are set to persist across the UK on…

UK Faces Continued Heavy Rain and Flash Flood Risks as Weather Takes a Turn

The United Kingdom is bracing for a deluge of heavy rain and…

UK Faces Ongoing Drought Challenges Amid Uncertain Weather Patterns

** As the UK grapples with the repercussions of a prolonged drought,…

The Independent Launches Climate 100 List for 2026 Amidst Escalating Climate Crisis

As the world grapples with unprecedented heatwaves and extreme weather events, The…

Drought’s Grip on the UK: Rainfall Alone Won’t Bring Relief

As the UK experiences a brief respite from an ongoing drought with…

Firefighters Sound Alarm Over Staffing Crisis Amidst Destructive Wildfire Season

As an unprecedented wildfire season engulfs the United States, firefighters are raising…

Uncertain Future: UK Faces Prolonged Drought and Weather Extremes

** As the UK grapples with an ongoing drought, recent rainfall raises…

Australia Prepares for Severe Bushfire Season as El Niño Intensifies

As Australia gears up for the spring season, fire authorities are sounding…

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