Environmental issues are crucial because they impact human health, economies, biodiversity, and climate stability. They threaten vulnerable communities, demand global cooperation, and require ethical responsibility. Addressing these challenges is essential for long-term sustainability, technological innovation, and ensuring a habitable planet for future generations.
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At The College of Animal Welfare, we are always proud to celebrate students who are making a real difference within the veterinary profession alongside their studies. Kate MacKenzie, a second-year Student Veterinary Nurse (SVN) studying with CAW and working at Highgate Vets in Cumbria, has led sustainability initiatives across two veterinary practice sites through the Positive Pawprint scheme. In […]
The College of Animal Welfare (CAW) is proud to announce significant strides in environmental sustainability, having saved nearly 130 tonnes in carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions during 2025 through students choosing programmes that utilise innovative Live Online learning over traditional face-to-face classroom attendance. In addition to the environmental benefits, students are also making their own financial […]
Hedgehogs are a quintessential part of British wildlife and can be found across England and Wales both in the countryside and urban areas. But they’re also one of the most threatened species due to habit loss and lack of food; in 2020 they were put on IUCN Red List as vulnerable to extinction in Great […]
For those who are captivated by the natural world and the creatures that inhabit it, a career working in the environment industry can be an incredibly fulfilling choice. Whether you’re driven by a passion for conservation, a fascination with animal behaviour, or a desire to make a positive impact on the environment, there are numerous […]
Working in the countryside is a worthwhile ambition if you’re looking for the chance to turn your passion for environmental issues and wildlife into a rewarding, lifelong career. Rapidly changing eco-systems and ongoing environmental challenges mean that more people are taking an interest in what we can do to safeguard our planet than ever before. […]
As veterinary professionals, we have a natural compassion for living creatures and the natural world. From LED light bulbs to recyclable paper, every veterinary practice has scope to reduce its environmental impact, whatever the size or budget. We want to share some simple ideas for eco-friendly ventures you could implement in your veterinary practice. Read […]
With Easter on its way many people are swept up in springtime traditions such egg hunts and Easter bonnets. Alongside this there is of course the ‘Easter Bunny’. With rabbits being one of the most popular pets within the UK it can frequently be a time of year where rabbit sales soar, however did you […]
This year, Rabbit Awareness Week are focusing their efforts around selective feeding and why all owners should make the change from a muesli to a high-quality hay based diet. More muesli, less nutrition So why should owners be moving their rabbits away from a muesli based diet? Muesli is very sugary and high in starch, […]
While we know that eating a healthy, well balanced diet helps to keep us in shape physically, have you ever considered the effects eating more fruit and veg has on our mental health? A recent study by the University of Otago found that people who eat more uncooked fruit and vegetables have fewer symptoms of […]
Whilst there is great concern about the decreasing numbers of Britain’s hedgehogs, campaigns such as Hedgehog Street are actively doing what they can in order to stop this decline, and it seems to be working! Although the species has declined, recently the rate of decline has seen to be slowing down, and where hedgehogs can […]