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Study reveals the true damage caused by power plants

New research from University of Colorado Boulder has revealed the devastating impact that power plants have on the environment.

World News

Euroviews. Forget build back better - what if crisis is the new normal? | View

Instead of fixing the world we live in, we may simply have to learn to adapt to it.

Eco-Innovation

No sunshine and no soil but still crops grow at these vertical farms

These farms harvest 15 times a year and produce far less waste than traditional farms.

Work

How technology is preventing and putting out raging US wildfires

From computer modelling to predict fires to artificial intelligence and cameras in remote areas, the fight against wildfires is heating up.

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India

Over 100 people die after monsoon rains hit parts of western India

Dozens died in floodwaters whilst 54 perished in four landslides in Raigad and Ratnagiri districts in western Maharashtra state.

Green News

Watch this Formula E car made out of ice melt on the streets of London

A life-size ice replica of a Formula E car is melting rapidly in London to raise awareness around ice restoration in the Arctic.

Green News

Protect coral reefs now or they will collapse, scientists warn

Coral reefs are vital to biodiversity and they protect coastal communities from flooding. But climate change is wiping them out, and scientists say they need protecting - now.

Climate

John Kerry: The US and China must end world's 'suicide pact'

US special climate envoy John Kerry has urged major polluters to join forces to fight the climate crisis.

Germany

Germany approves €400 million aid package for victims of deadly floods

At least 171 people were killed in Germany when small rivers swelled quickly into raging torrents after persistent downpours last week.

Green News

Euroviews. How climate change is at the heart of the Tokyo Olympics

"Recycled medals and podiums, renewable energy and low-carbon technologies - these symbols can have ground-breaking power."

Climate

IEA predicts record levels of CO2 emissions within two years

Only 2% of the governments' projected Covid-19 recovery spending is earmarked for clean energy transitions, the International Energy Agency has warned.

Climate

How can Europe flood-proof its major cities?

Cities across Europe are fighting the risk of flooding with heavy-duty engineering measures as well as more natural solutions.

World News

Experts: Europe floods show urgency to tackle climate change

Scientists say the link between extreme weather and global warming is unmistakable and the urgency to do something about climate change undeniable.

Europe News

Why is the EU's new Emissions Trading System so controversial?

As part of a broader package of climate legislation, the European Commission wants to set up a scheme to reduce carbon emissions from buildings and road transport.

Greenland

Greenland to halt oil exploration and 'take climate change seriously'

Greenland is estimated to have enormous reserves of oil and minerals which could hugely change the island's fortunes. However, the government says its future no longer lies with oil.

Green News

What role does climate change play in Germany's severe flooding?

As high temperatures and severe rainfalls cause havoc across the globe, we take a look at what this means for the future of the climate crisis.

Eco-Innovation

2.7 billion gamers could be solving climate change as we speak

The UN'S Green Game Jam initiative is bringing video gamers closer to the climate crisis.

Green News

Bosnia's billion-euro deal for China-backed coal plant under threat

Backer General Electric announced that it would stop making coal-fired power plants as the U.S. focuses more on renewable sources of power generation.

Eco-Innovation

This new ‘smart fabric’ can keep you cool during a heatwave

Tiny particles of reflective material could be used to manufacture clothing that keeps people comfortable in high temperatures.

Travel News

Italy to ban cruise ships from Venice to prevent the city from sinking

The decision comes days before a UNESCO meeting which is proposing that Venice be added to the list of endangered heritage sites.