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Making a difference: What is it like be an EA Environment Officer?

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EA Environment Officer standing on a beach with equipment for testing for black algae.

Christopher Clayton joined the Environment Agency in January 2025 as an Environment Officer with one of the newly formed Water Industry Regulation teams in Lincolnshire. He shares an insight into his role and the reasons why he is so passionate …

Wet winters leading to more macroalgae in Solent, but nutrient reduction offers hope for the future

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If you spend time on or around the water of the Solent’s harbours, you will likely have noticed high levels of bright green macroalgae, on the shore or in the water. Wet winters are causing an increase in green macroalgae …