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Nature

These cute pufflings are making a comeback despite climate change

Researchers say the birds’ resilience in the face of ocean heating shows the complexity of climate change impacts on ecosystems.

Germany

Germany looks at boosting the use of geothermal energy

Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Berlin is looking at ways to reduce its dependency on gas supplied by Moscow.

Climate

This popular European wine could be wiped out by climate change

Some of Europe’s favourite wines could be wiped out by climate change, experts have warned.

Climate

Italy swung from severe drought to intense flooding. Here's why

Society already has difficulty responding to one kind of natural disaster like drought, researchers say. Now we suddenly have floods too.

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Climate

Fact-check: Is air conditioning making cities hotter?

A study found that waste heat generated by a city’s worth of air conditioners during a heatwave can raise the outside temperature by more than 2 degrees Celsius.

Living

Native tribes are inspiring each other at these summer climate camps

Native nations on the frontlines of climate change have created a ‘supporting web’ to share knowledge and access US funds.

Green News

Climate crisis could spell the end for half of Europe's ski resorts

Half of Europe’s ski resorts to face ‘very high risk’ of snow scarcity in a two degree warming scenario, new research has found.

Green News

‘A real cataclysm’: Inside Italy’s battle with ‘killer’ blue crabs

The government has been urged to declare a state of emergency over the blue crab explosion, fuelled by climate-warmed waters.

Europe News

NGOs demand review of EU emission reduction targets

The annual emission allowances (AEAs) set by the European Commission for EU member states lack ambition and are in breach of EU environmental law, according to CAN Europe and the Global Legal Action Network (GLAN).

Health news

How do heatwaves impact our sleep and what can you do to cool off?

Experts recommend sleeping in a room that is no hotter than 20 C. So, how do you get good, uninterrupted sleep during a heatwave?

Climate

Drought less severe than 2022, but groundwater levels still very low

Europe is recovering from last year's severe drought thanks to this spring's rain. But under the ground, aquifers are still at a very low level.

Green News

Austria gives free public transport in return for klimaticket tattoos

The promotion has been criticised for using young people’s bodies to advertise political policies.

Eco-Innovation

This paint made from oyster shells could cool your home by 7°C

Cool Roof France has found an innovative way to use the 130,000 tonnes of waste oysters produced every year in France.

Culture news

UK actors back plans to make film and TV production greener

What is a Green Rider, and can film and TV productions become more environmentally friendly?

Living

What are the complicated emotions driving climate activism?

Psychologists say the emotional motivations behind climate activism are not straightforward.

Travel News

Italy heatwave: Travellers told to stay indoors as temperatures rise

Red heat alerts are in place across Italy.

Green News

In pictures: Five years of Fridays for future

Greta Thunberg took part in her last school strike after graduating in June but the movement has grown well beyond her first solo protest.

Work

How could heatwaves change the way we work?

To avoid the brunt of the heat, people might take more breaks, work shorter shifts, or embrace an overnight shift.

Climate

This Scandinavian country could be the next big wine producer

Scandinavian wine could be the next big thing as unpredictable weather hits southern Europe.

Green News

Could a new ‘culture war’ threaten climate action in the UK?

As the UK looks at rolling back green commitments, there are concerns that climate issues are feeding into cultural confrontation and identity politics.