Leana Hosea
@leanahosea.bsky.social
Founding environmental journalist of nonprofit @WATERSHED_i
http://watershedinvestigations.com
Documentary filmmaker: ‘Thirst For Justice’, https://vimeo.com/ondemand/thirstforjustice
Formerly BBC (18 yrs) & Knight Wallace Fellow (2016).
http://watershedinvestigations.com
Documentary filmmaker: ‘Thirst For Justice’, https://vimeo.com/ondemand/thirstforjustice
Formerly BBC (18 yrs) & Knight Wallace Fellow (2016).
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Leana Hosea
@leanahosea.bsky.social
· Dec 19
UK’s largest proposed datacentre ‘understating planned water use’
Analysis suggests consumption at Northumberland site could be 50 times higher than US operator QTS estimates
www.theguardian.com
The UK’s largest planned data centre—a project by US firm QTS—is understating its true water consumption by a factor of 50, says new analysis by @watershed-i.bsky.social & @aiarmsracebook.bsky.social @digiconomist.bsky.social No mistake; AI is a heavy, polluting industry. shorturl.at/KXQxJ
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As the EU explores a ban on forever chemicals, the UK announces a plan to make a plan of what to maybe do about PFAS. How many people are being exposed to harmful chemicals while the government dithers?
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The EU is working on a blanket ban of ‘forever chemicals’. Why isn't Britain? | Pippa Neill
I met people living with dangerous levels of Pfas, including in their food. The government is failing them, says environmental journalist Pippa Neill
www.theguardian.com
February 13, 2026 at 11:47 AM
As the EU explores a ban on forever chemicals, the UK announces a plan to make a plan of what to maybe do about PFAS. How many people are being exposed to harmful chemicals while the government dithers?
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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"It is so important for carbon storage, for flood mitigation, for cleaning our water but also for our wildlife and the people who use these places and want to enjoy the wildness of them."
@yorkshirepeat.bsky.social reintroduce locally extinct moss to Dales:
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@yorkshirepeat.bsky.social reintroduce locally extinct moss to Dales:
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February 13, 2026 at 4:49 PM
"It is so important for carbon storage, for flood mitigation, for cleaning our water but also for our wildlife and the people who use these places and want to enjoy the wildness of them."
@yorkshirepeat.bsky.social reintroduce locally extinct moss to Dales:
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@yorkshirepeat.bsky.social reintroduce locally extinct moss to Dales:
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Once, marshes in East London could absorb some flood water. We've built over these with a sea of concrete, losing the 'sponginess' to absorb intense climate-driven rain. Sewers built for an era of lower rainfall can be overwhelmed, contaminating flood waters.
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East London is at high risk of extreme flooding – here’s how to limit the damage
London has lost the natural buffer that used to help water drain away. As the sea level rises and storm surges get more prevalent, chances of flooding are greater.
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February 13, 2026 at 8:16 AM
Once, marshes in East London could absorb some flood water. We've built over these with a sea of concrete, losing the 'sponginess' to absorb intense climate-driven rain. Sewers built for an era of lower rainfall can be overwhelmed, contaminating flood waters.
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Now, a study from University of East London looks at ways to restore some of the "sponginess" the city has lost, protecting vulnerable homes & businesses.
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February 13, 2026 at 8:16 AM
Now, a study from University of East London looks at ways to restore some of the "sponginess" the city has lost, protecting vulnerable homes & businesses.
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Screenshot of map showing areas of London & home counties predicted to be below annual flood level by 2050. This is a screenshot from a global map. You can investigate how flood risk is predicted to rise where you live via link below:
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February 13, 2026 at 8:16 AM
Screenshot of map showing areas of London & home counties predicted to be below annual flood level by 2050. This is a screenshot from a global map. You can investigate how flood risk is predicted to rise where you live via link below:
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Born in smog: the short- and long-run health consequences of acute air pollution exposure in historical London, 1892-1919: Schneider, Eric B.
NEP/RePEc link
to paper
d.repec.org
February 13, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Born in smog: the short- and long-run health consequences of acute air pollution exposure in historical London, 1892-1919: Schneider, Eric B.
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#BREAKING: Another young North Atlantic right whale has been found dead.
A 3-year-old female, identified as the 2023 calf of “Porcia”, was found washed ashore on the Virginia coast.
With around 380 remaining, we must do more to protect this species: https://oceana.ly/4aAKKDa
A 3-year-old female, identified as the 2023 calf of “Porcia”, was found washed ashore on the Virginia coast.
With around 380 remaining, we must do more to protect this species: https://oceana.ly/4aAKKDa
February 13, 2026 at 5:12 PM
#BREAKING: Another young North Atlantic right whale has been found dead.
A 3-year-old female, identified as the 2023 calf of “Porcia”, was found washed ashore on the Virginia coast.
With around 380 remaining, we must do more to protect this species: https://oceana.ly/4aAKKDa
A 3-year-old female, identified as the 2023 calf of “Porcia”, was found washed ashore on the Virginia coast.
With around 380 remaining, we must do more to protect this species: https://oceana.ly/4aAKKDa
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🎉 OCEAN WIN: A project to restore vast seagrass meadows to the Humber Estuary in North England has just reached a major milestone! 🌊
🌱 Seagrass is a powerful tool for tackling the climate crisis, it also improves water quality & provides habitat for birds & fish 🐟
https://bbc.in/4alp8KQ
🌱 Seagrass is a powerful tool for tackling the climate crisis, it also improves water quality & provides habitat for birds & fish 🐟
https://bbc.in/4alp8KQ
Vast seagrass meadows will shield Humber coastline
Trials to restore the saltwater plant to the Humber Estuary are hugely encouraging, experts say.
bbc.in
February 13, 2026 at 5:15 PM
🎉 OCEAN WIN: A project to restore vast seagrass meadows to the Humber Estuary in North England has just reached a major milestone! 🌊
🌱 Seagrass is a powerful tool for tackling the climate crisis, it also improves water quality & provides habitat for birds & fish 🐟
https://bbc.in/4alp8KQ
🌱 Seagrass is a powerful tool for tackling the climate crisis, it also improves water quality & provides habitat for birds & fish 🐟
https://bbc.in/4alp8KQ
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📢New Report Out Now
The transportation of #nurdles through rail networks is an important but often overlooked source of chronic & acute nurdle pollution
Our new case study report highlights this source of land based nurdle pollution & looks at the solutions👉 www.nurdlehunt.org.uk/news/off-the...
The transportation of #nurdles through rail networks is an important but often overlooked source of chronic & acute nurdle pollution
Our new case study report highlights this source of land based nurdle pollution & looks at the solutions👉 www.nurdlehunt.org.uk/news/off-the...
February 13, 2026 at 4:32 PM
📢New Report Out Now
The transportation of #nurdles through rail networks is an important but often overlooked source of chronic & acute nurdle pollution
Our new case study report highlights this source of land based nurdle pollution & looks at the solutions👉 www.nurdlehunt.org.uk/news/off-the...
The transportation of #nurdles through rail networks is an important but often overlooked source of chronic & acute nurdle pollution
Our new case study report highlights this source of land based nurdle pollution & looks at the solutions👉 www.nurdlehunt.org.uk/news/off-the...
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The Trump administration has repealed the endangerment finding, eliminating federal limits on greenhouse gases.
“This move is poised to break the law and the thermometer.”
This rollback defies science, international law, and public health.
Read CIEL’s statement: bit.ly/46MPJ2g
“This move is poised to break the law and the thermometer.”
This rollback defies science, international law, and public health.
Read CIEL’s statement: bit.ly/46MPJ2g
Rollback of US Protections Against Greenhouse Gases Disregards Science and Defies International Duties
The Trump administration eliminated federal limits on greenhouse gas emissions that drive the climate crisis in a scientifically baseless and legally indefensible move that sacrifices health and safet...
bit.ly
February 13, 2026 at 4:59 PM
The Trump administration has repealed the endangerment finding, eliminating federal limits on greenhouse gases.
“This move is poised to break the law and the thermometer.”
This rollback defies science, international law, and public health.
Read CIEL’s statement: bit.ly/46MPJ2g
“This move is poised to break the law and the thermometer.”
This rollback defies science, international law, and public health.
Read CIEL’s statement: bit.ly/46MPJ2g
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Have your say on Hertfordshire's Air Quality Strategy
#AirPollution #Health #Environment
www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/about-the-co...
#AirPollution #Health #Environment
www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/about-the-co...
Air Quality Strategy 2026
Air Quality Strategy 2026
www.hertfordshire.gov.uk
February 13, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Have your say on Hertfordshire's Air Quality Strategy
#AirPollution #Health #Environment
www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/about-the-co...
#AirPollution #Health #Environment
www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/about-the-co...
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Shimmering and transparent Green Dragontails 🐛🦋🪞 are forest-dwelling butterflies of SE Asia, fighting to survive due to #palmoil #deforestation 🌴🔥 help them by going #vegan 🍇🌽🍓 #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife in the supermarket @palmoildetect.bsky.social
palmoildetectives.com/2024/01/14/g...
palmoildetectives.com/2024/01/14/g...
February 13, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Shimmering and transparent Green Dragontails 🐛🦋🪞 are forest-dwelling butterflies of SE Asia, fighting to survive due to #palmoil #deforestation 🌴🔥 help them by going #vegan 🍇🌽🍓 #Boycottpalmoil #Boycott4Wildlife in the supermarket @palmoildetect.bsky.social
palmoildetectives.com/2024/01/14/g...
palmoildetectives.com/2024/01/14/g...
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As the EPA shifts how it evaluates air pollution regulations, health impacts risk being sidelined. Dr. Lisa Robinson warned that ignoring the lifesaving benefits of cleaner air could undermine public health protections, via the Salata Institute.
Ignoring lifesaving when regulating air pollution: An explainer - The Salata Institute
The Trump administration says it will no longer quantify the health benefits of reduced air pollution. Here’s what that means and why it matters.
salatainstitute.harvard.edu
February 13, 2026 at 4:03 PM
As the EPA shifts how it evaluates air pollution regulations, health impacts risk being sidelined. Dr. Lisa Robinson warned that ignoring the lifesaving benefits of cleaner air could undermine public health protections, via the Salata Institute.
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+ 500 shadow fleet tankers sail under false flags to move oil from Russia, Iran & Venezuela. EU‑owned fishing vessels also rely on these to evade rules.
It’s time to curb use of flags of convenience by EU fishing companies & require registration of foreign‑owned vessels. www.ftm.eu/articles/hun...
It’s time to curb use of flags of convenience by EU fishing companies & require registration of foreign‑owned vessels. www.ftm.eu/articles/hun...
February 12, 2026 at 2:44 PM
+ 500 shadow fleet tankers sail under false flags to move oil from Russia, Iran & Venezuela. EU‑owned fishing vessels also rely on these to evade rules.
It’s time to curb use of flags of convenience by EU fishing companies & require registration of foreign‑owned vessels. www.ftm.eu/articles/hun...
It’s time to curb use of flags of convenience by EU fishing companies & require registration of foreign‑owned vessels. www.ftm.eu/articles/hun...
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What is the Ocean Equity Index?
The first tool to measure fairness of ocean projects, policies and governance processes, identifying and improving equity gaps and supporting better decision-making and accountability.
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@jessicablythe.bsky.social @joachimclaudet.bsky.social
The first tool to measure fairness of ocean projects, policies and governance processes, identifying and improving equity gaps and supporting better decision-making and accountability.
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@jessicablythe.bsky.social @joachimclaudet.bsky.social
The Ocean Equity Index - Nature
The Ocean Equity Index provides a systematic, twelve-criteria framework to assess and improve equity in ocean initiatives, projects and policies, producing structured data that guide evidence-bas...
www.nature.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:50 PM
What is the Ocean Equity Index?
The first tool to measure fairness of ocean projects, policies and governance processes, identifying and improving equity gaps and supporting better decision-making and accountability.
Learn more ↩️
@jessicablythe.bsky.social @joachimclaudet.bsky.social
The first tool to measure fairness of ocean projects, policies and governance processes, identifying and improving equity gaps and supporting better decision-making and accountability.
Learn more ↩️
@jessicablythe.bsky.social @joachimclaudet.bsky.social
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BBC News - Plan to increase waste burning sparks backlash
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Incinerator waste increase plan sparks backlash
The Environment Agency has said it was
www.bbc.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 5:14 PM
BBC News - Plan to increase waste burning sparks backlash
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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I think what people miss is that straw panels are so much more modern and efficient (in operation and production) already than most high emission - standard building methods👋
www.strotec.nl
www.strotec.nl
February 13, 2026 at 12:38 PM
I think what people miss is that straw panels are so much more modern and efficient (in operation and production) already than most high emission - standard building methods👋
www.strotec.nl
www.strotec.nl
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Ineffcient straw building is fun as well though. I bet you cannot waste time better than doing this with friends and family.
February 13, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Ineffcient straw building is fun as well though. I bet you cannot waste time better than doing this with friends and family.
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It's over, and we won: the Spanish supreme court rejected the local authorities' appeal on our landmark case against industrial livestock pollution.
The judgment is now final: authorities must be accountable for protecting citizens' fundamental rights.
It's a game-changer for communities in Europe⬇️
The judgment is now final: authorities must be accountable for protecting citizens' fundamental rights.
It's a game-changer for communities in Europe⬇️
February 13, 2026 at 12:50 PM
It's over, and we won: the Spanish supreme court rejected the local authorities' appeal on our landmark case against industrial livestock pollution.
The judgment is now final: authorities must be accountable for protecting citizens' fundamental rights.
It's a game-changer for communities in Europe⬇️
The judgment is now final: authorities must be accountable for protecting citizens' fundamental rights.
It's a game-changer for communities in Europe⬇️
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This win hits differently.
Polluters & political allies are dismantling Europe’s envi protections. This time, a group of Spanish residents has reminded them what comes first:
Clean water
Fresh air
The dignity of local communities
They proved it by using the very laws that are now under attack:
Polluters & political allies are dismantling Europe’s envi protections. This time, a group of Spanish residents has reminded them what comes first:
Clean water
Fresh air
The dignity of local communities
They proved it by using the very laws that are now under attack:
Sign to defend Europe's forests, rivers and wildlife | ClientEarth
act.clientearth.org
February 13, 2026 at 12:52 PM
This win hits differently.
Polluters & political allies are dismantling Europe’s envi protections. This time, a group of Spanish residents has reminded them what comes first:
Clean water
Fresh air
The dignity of local communities
They proved it by using the very laws that are now under attack:
Polluters & political allies are dismantling Europe’s envi protections. This time, a group of Spanish residents has reminded them what comes first:
Clean water
Fresh air
The dignity of local communities
They proved it by using the very laws that are now under attack:
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We brought this landmark case with @amigasdelatierra.bsky.social and @cecuconsumo.bsky.social .
This victory is not just about one community in Spain. It’s about whether Europe – and the world – allows polluters to rewrite the laws that protect us.
This victory is not just about one community in Spain. It’s about whether Europe – and the world – allows polluters to rewrite the laws that protect us.
February 13, 2026 at 12:52 PM
We brought this landmark case with @amigasdelatierra.bsky.social and @cecuconsumo.bsky.social .
This victory is not just about one community in Spain. It’s about whether Europe – and the world – allows polluters to rewrite the laws that protect us.
This victory is not just about one community in Spain. It’s about whether Europe – and the world – allows polluters to rewrite the laws that protect us.
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"How Big Tech interferes in politics: “It is the biggest setback of digital rights in the history of Europe”
elpais.com/proyecto-ten...
elpais.com/proyecto-ten...
Cómo las tecnológicas interfieren en política: “Es el mayor retroceso de derechos digitales en la historia de Europa”
Las empresas tecnológicas, sobre todo Meta, Microsoft, Apple, Amazon y Google, aumentan la presión sobre los europarlamentarios para lograr el ómnibus digital y desplazar los marcos legislativos según...
elpais.com
February 13, 2026 at 1:55 PM
"How Big Tech interferes in politics: “It is the biggest setback of digital rights in the history of Europe”
elpais.com/proyecto-ten...
elpais.com/proyecto-ten...
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As the EU explores a ban on forever chemicals, the UK announces a plan to make a plan of what to maybe do about PFAS. How many people are being exposed to harmful chemicals while the government dithers?
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The EU is working on a blanket ban of ‘forever chemicals’. Why isn't Britain? | Pippa Neill
I met people living with dangerous levels of Pfas, including in their food. The government is failing them, says environmental journalist Pippa Neill
www.theguardian.com
February 13, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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🎉🌊The High Seas Treaty has become UK law🌊🎉
In a big moment for ocean protection, the UK has taken an important step towards formally ratifying the High Seas Treaty, or BBNJ agreement. 1/3
In a big moment for ocean protection, the UK has taken an important step towards formally ratifying the High Seas Treaty, or BBNJ agreement. 1/3
February 13, 2026 at 1:24 PM
🎉🌊The High Seas Treaty has become UK law🌊🎉
In a big moment for ocean protection, the UK has taken an important step towards formally ratifying the High Seas Treaty, or BBNJ agreement. 1/3
In a big moment for ocean protection, the UK has taken an important step towards formally ratifying the High Seas Treaty, or BBNJ agreement. 1/3
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This Treaty will create a legal mechanism to protect Earth's high seas - waters that don't belong to any State.
After reaching its 60 State ratifications last year, the amount needed to come into force, the Treaty has now been ratified by 85/145 States that originally signed it in 2023. 2/3
After reaching its 60 State ratifications last year, the amount needed to come into force, the Treaty has now been ratified by 85/145 States that originally signed it in 2023. 2/3
February 13, 2026 at 1:24 PM
This Treaty will create a legal mechanism to protect Earth's high seas - waters that don't belong to any State.
After reaching its 60 State ratifications last year, the amount needed to come into force, the Treaty has now been ratified by 85/145 States that originally signed it in 2023. 2/3
After reaching its 60 State ratifications last year, the amount needed to come into force, the Treaty has now been ratified by 85/145 States that originally signed it in 2023. 2/3