Earth News | Euronews RSS http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:04:17 +0200 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:04:17 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png Earth News | Euronews RSS http://www.euronews.com The beetle that hears fire: why it is so valuable to science http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/the-beetle-that-hears-fire-why-it-is-so-valuable-to-science http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/the-beetle-that-hears-fire-why-it-is-so-valuable-to-science Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:05:08 +0200 The black pine jewel beetle is drawn to forest fires. This seeming paradox actually aids woodland recovery and inspires new early wildfire detection tech. How Europe’s drought exposes ‘weakness of fossil fuels’ as Poland forced to shut down coal plants http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/how-europes-drought-exposes-weakness-of-fossil-fuels-as-poland-forced-to-shut-down-coal-pl http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/07/how-europes-drought-exposes-weakness-of-fossil-fuels-as-poland-forced-to-shut-down-coal-pl Fri, 07 Aug 2026 07:00:56 +0200 Poland has been forced to reduce output on its coal-fired power plants following critically low water levels in the Vistula River. Alsace farmers turn to pulses to cope with drought http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/06/alsace-farmers-turn-to-pulses-to-cope-with-drought http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/06/alsace-farmers-turn-to-pulses-to-cope-with-drought Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:06:17 +0200 Four farmers in Bas-Rhin have turned to growing pulses to launch their own brand, "Graines d'Alsace", a bet on the future as droughts multiply across Europe. First tiger released into the wild in Kazakhstan 70 years after Turan tiger extinction http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/first-tiger-released-into-the-wild-in-kazakhstan-70-years-after-turan-tiger-extinction http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/first-tiger-released-into-the-wild-in-kazakhstan-70-years-after-turan-tiger-extinction Wed, 05 Aug 2026 17:00:43 +0200 More than 70 years after tigers disappeared from Kazakhstan, a female Amur tiger named Umit has been released into the wild. The release is part of a programme to restore the species to its historic range in Central Asia. Solar power was Portugal's main source of electricity in July – a first for the country http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/first-time-solar-power-is-portugals-main-source-of-electricity-in-july http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/first-time-solar-power-is-portugals-main-source-of-electricity-in-july Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:52:37 +0200 Last month, renewable sources accounted for 53% of consumption, with solar providing 19% of that energy, followed by hydro, wind and biomass. Greenpeace warns: sea advances, Portuguese coast at risk http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/greenpeace-warns-sea-advances-portuguese-coast-at-risk http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/greenpeace-warns-sea-advances-portuguese-coast-at-risk Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:41:42 +0200 In a recent report, Greenpeace warns Portugal of looming risks from climate change and decades of coastal urban pressure, with 40% of beaches at risk of vanishing. Fire tornadoes have reached Europe: What makes them so dangerous? http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/fire-tornadoes-have-reached-europe-what-makes-them-so-dangerous http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/fire-tornadoes-have-reached-europe-what-makes-them-so-dangerous Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:26:54 +0200 Fire tornadoes can rapidly change fire behaviour and make firefighting more dangerous. ‘An underused tool’: How regenerative farmers are shielding Spanish land from wildfires http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/an-underused-tool-how-regenerative-farmers-are-shielding-spanish-land-from-wildfires http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/05/an-underused-tool-how-regenerative-farmers-are-shielding-spanish-land-from-wildfires Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:02:42 +0200 Europe’s regenerative farmers are providing vital wildfire protection – but they need more support. Can bison help prevent forest fires in an increasingly threatened Spain? http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/04/can-bison-help-prevent-forest-fires-in-an-increasingly-threatened-spain http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/04/can-bison-help-prevent-forest-fires-in-an-increasingly-threatened-spain Tue, 04 Aug 2026 06:00:57 +0200 As Spain faces a wave of wildfires, a study led by Rewilding Spain asks if European bison could curb undergrowth and make forests more fire-resilient. Where and when to watch August's total solar eclipse — safely http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/03/when-and-where-to-see-the-total-solar-eclipse-and-how-to-view-it-safely http://www.euronews.com/2026/08/03/when-and-where-to-see-the-total-solar-eclipse-and-how-to-view-it-safely Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:00:29 +0200 A total solar eclipse will cross Greenland, Iceland and Spain on 12 August. Here's how and where to watch it safely. Southern Europe is dealing with fewer blazes but ‘greater’ wildfire risk. Is there a solution? http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/30/southern-europe-is-dealing-with-fewer-blazes-but-greater-wildfire-risk-is-there-a-solution http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/30/southern-europe-is-dealing-with-fewer-blazes-but-greater-wildfire-risk-is-there-a-solution Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:00:01 +0200 A major new study warns that Portugal, Spain, France, Italy and Greece are experiencing more ‘fire-promoting’ weather. Wind and solar overtake fossil fuels in Germany – but negative electricity prices still rife http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/29/wind-and-solar-overtake-fossil-fuels-in-germany-but-negative-electricity-prices-still-rife http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/29/wind-and-solar-overtake-fossil-fuels-in-germany-but-negative-electricity-prices-still-rife Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:00:40 +0200 Despite several setbacks to electrification, Germany is expected to phase out coal much faster than originally planned. Critically endangered newts released into wild at secret location in Spain http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/28/critically-endangered-newts-released-into-wild-at-secret-location-in-spain http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/28/critically-endangered-newts-released-into-wild-at-secret-location-in-spain Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:45:21 +0200 Critically endangered Montseny brook newts have been released into the wild in Catalonia as part of an international conservation effort. There are only four certified 'therapeutic forests' in the world: One is now in Portugal http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/27/healing-trees-iberian-peninsulas-first-therapeutic-forest-is-in-portugal http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/27/healing-trees-iberian-peninsulas-first-therapeutic-forest-is-in-portugal Mon, 27 Jul 2026 08:37:04 +0200 The Bussaco National Forest has become the first certified Therapeutic Forest in the Iberian Peninsula, joining an exclusive group of just four sites worldwide. Wildfire smoke is crossing borders as climate change intensifies Europe's blazes http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/25/wildfire-air-pollution-can-travel-thousands-of-kilometres-heres-how-to-protect-yourself http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/25/wildfire-air-pollution-can-travel-thousands-of-kilometres-heres-how-to-protect-yourself Sat, 25 Jul 2026 07:02:53 +0200 "Climate change, wildfires and air pollution is a vicious circle," says Clean Air Fund CEO Jane Burston – and toxic particles can travel thousands of kilometres. ‘Major victory’: Sweden plans to ban forever chemicals in everyday products ahead of EU http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/major-victory-sweden-plans-to-ban-forever-chemicals-in-everyday-products-ahead-of-eu http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/major-victory-sweden-plans-to-ban-forever-chemicals-in-everyday-products-ahead-of-eu Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:12:47 +0200 Sweden plans to ban forever chemicals in kitchen appliances and clothing by 2028. When will the EU follow suit? ‘Less than a minute of your time’: Driving the speed limit could save you money and cut emissions http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/less-than-a-minute-of-your-time-driving-the-speed-limit-could-save-you-money-and-cut-emiss http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/less-than-a-minute-of-your-time-driving-the-speed-limit-could-save-you-money-and-cut-emiss Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:00:31 +0200 A new study says that obeying the speed limit could save millions of euros every year, while adding just 54 seconds to the average daily commute. Could the UK’s ‘radical’ new energy secretary put a stop to North Sea Drilling for good? http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/could-the-uks-radical-new-energy-secretary-put-a-stop-to-north-sea-drilling-for-good http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/24/could-the-uks-radical-new-energy-secretary-put-a-stop-to-north-sea-drilling-for-good Fri, 24 Jul 2026 07:00:11 +0200 Miatta Fahnbulleh has been described as a “radical economist” who is outspoken about the climate crisis. Will she put an end to North Sea debates? Amazon forest fires fell to all-time low in 2025 but could a super El Niño halt progress? http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/22/amazon-forest-fires-fell-to-all-time-low-in-2025-but-could-a-super-el-nino-halt-progress http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/22/amazon-forest-fires-fell-to-all-time-low-in-2025-but-could-a-super-el-nino-halt-progress Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:00:03 +0200 "There is no climate security for the world without a protected Amazon". Emergency farm law adopted: conditional return of two pesticides http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/emergency-farm-law-adopted-conditional-return-of-two-pesticides http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/emergency-farm-law-adopted-conditional-return-of-two-pesticides Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:39:05 +0200 The law confirms that, by way of exemption, permission may be granted to use two controversial pesticides: acetamiprid, harmful to pollinators, and flupyradifurone, likely to be sold as treated seeds. Invasive snakes at German rubbish tip: green-yellow western whip snake hunted http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/invasive-snakes-at-german-landfill-hunt-for-green-whip-snake http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/21/invasive-snakes-at-german-landfill-hunt-for-green-whip-snake Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:43:41 +0200 From a landfill in Germany’s Western Palatinate, the green-yellow whip snake is spreading. Reptile expert Hubert Laufer has already caught over 300 of this invasive species and tells Euronews why he keeps hunting them. Emergency farming law: reintroduction of two banned pesticides splits political parties http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/emergency-farming-law-reintroduction-of-two-banned-pesticides-splits-political-parties http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/emergency-farming-law-reintroduction-of-two-banned-pesticides-splits-political-parties Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:12:30 +0200 A year after mass protests against the Duplomb law, Parliament is again debating bringing back acetamiprid and flupyradifurone. Essential for some, intolerable for others, the move is splitting political parties and civil society alike. ‘A Trojan horse’: Inside the EU’s 'weakened' plan that could put the brakes on carbon emission cuts http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/a-trojan-horse-inside-the-eus-weakened-plan-that-could-put-the-brakes-on-carbon-emission-c http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/20/a-trojan-horse-inside-the-eus-weakened-plan-that-could-put-the-brakes-on-carbon-emission-c Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:00:55 +0200 Proposed reforms to the bloc’s emissions trading system (ETS) have been described as a “gift to polluters”. Heading for the North Pole on Tara Polar Station's first expedition http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/heading-for-the-north-pole-on-tara-polar-stations-first-expedition http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/19/heading-for-the-north-pole-on-tara-polar-stations-first-expedition Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:24:41 +0200 The Tara Polar Station left the port of Lorient on Sunday. For over a year, this floating laboratory will drift with the pack ice to study Arctic Ocean biodiversity and the impacts of climate change in the region. Trieste, sightings of bull rays: Unique Mediterranean case but threat to mussel farms http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/trieste-sightings-of-bull-rays-unique-mediterranean-case-but-threat-to-mussel-farms http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/trieste-sightings-of-bull-rays-unique-mediterranean-case-but-threat-to-mussel-farms Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:14:46 +0200 Sightings of this protected species, unprecedented in the Mediterranean, are threatening local mussel farms, prompting trials in the Gulf of Trieste with magnetic deterrents. Major drop in pollution: How the 'Typhoon Project' is transforming Greece's beaches http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/major-drop-in-pollution-how-the-typhoon-project-is-transforming-greeces-beaches http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/17/major-drop-in-pollution-how-the-typhoon-project-is-transforming-greeces-beaches Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:17:58 +0200 Volunteers have helped transformed coastal areas across a slew of popular Greek islands. Europe's booming solar fleet has saved €20 billion in gas imports since Iran war, finds new analysis http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/16/solar-saved-europe-3bn-in-fossil-fuel-imports-in-march-which-country-is-leading-the-way http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/16/solar-saved-europe-3bn-in-fossil-fuel-imports-in-march-which-country-is-leading-the-way Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:00:37 +0200 New data shows that solar installations across Europe are cushioning the continent from volatile fossil fuel price shocks. Interactive map predicts climate-driven farm decline by end of century http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/16/interactive-map-predicts-climate-driven-farm-decline-by-end-of-century http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/16/interactive-map-predicts-climate-driven-farm-decline-by-end-of-century Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:06:56 +0200 A CSIC team in Barcelona has developed CADI, a platform that forecasts, on a 10‑kilometre grid, how much farmland will lose productivity to climate change by 2100; Spain’s interior fares worse than the Cantabrian coast. How scientists forecast heatwaves http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/15/how-scientists-forecast-heatwaves http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/15/how-scientists-forecast-heatwaves Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:49:53 +0200 Scientists are using instruments to record data on temperatures, sunlight, rainfall, wind and soil heat to create observations in order to forecast heatwaves. While also helping to predict future extreme weather as hot temperatures become more common. 'Lisbon is not a sauna': Environmentalists demand climate shelters throughout Portugal http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/15/lisbon-is-not-a-sauna-environmental-groups-demand-measures-to-adapt-cities-to-heat http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/15/lisbon-is-not-a-sauna-environmental-groups-demand-measures-to-adapt-cities-to-heat Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:18:20 +0200 On the European Day for Victims of the Global Climate Crisis, several groups signed an open letter to the state and councils urging swift action to adapt cities to heatwaves. ‘Victory’ as Türkiye ends major coal plant expansion – but still lacks phaseout plan http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/14/victory-as-turkiye-ends-major-coal-plant-expansion-but-still-lacks-phaseout-plan http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/14/victory-as-turkiye-ends-major-coal-plant-expansion-but-still-lacks-phaseout-plan Tue, 14 Jul 2026 08:02:08 +0200 Türkiye’s last planned coal project was cancelled due to public pressure – but a new one has been announced. Solar generated record 25% of EU power in June with Germany, Spain and Poland leading the race http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/14/solar-generated-record-25-of-eu-power-in-june-with-germany-spain-and-poland-leading-the-ra http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/14/solar-generated-record-25-of-eu-power-in-june-with-germany-spain-and-poland-leading-the-ra Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:00:12 +0200 Solar was ahead of coal, gas, nuclear, wind and hydropower. Sea off Faro warms to 26.1 ºC during two marine heatwaves http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/sea-off-faro-warms-to-261-c-during-two-marine-heatwaves http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/sea-off-faro-warms-to-261-c-during-two-marine-heatwaves Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:46:35 +0200 The Portuguese Navy, through the Hydrographic Institute, recorded two marine heatwaves off Faro between 15 June and 9 July, with sea temperature peaking at 26.1°C, according to data from the Faro Coastal Buoy. Can HAARP trigger earthquakes? The truth behind the hoax that returns after every natural disaster http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/can-haarp-trigger-earthquakes-the-truth-behind-the-hoax-that-returns-after-every-natural-d http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/can-haarp-trigger-earthquakes-the-truth-behind-the-hoax-that-returns-after-every-natural-d Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:56:33 +0200 After the earthquakes in Venezuela, posts on social media blamed the US HAARP project. But scientists, fact-checkers and programme heads say there is no evidence it can trigger quakes. This Croatian island has a centuries-old way to beat the summer heat http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/this-croatian-island-has-a-centuries-old-way-to-beat-the-summer-heat http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/10/this-croatian-island-has-a-centuries-old-way-to-beat-the-summer-heat Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:45:13 +0200 On the Adriatic island of Rab, traditional stone houses, shaded streets and long-established daily routines help residents cope with summer heat. Solar railways and stork villages: Positive environmental stories from 2026 http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/09/carbon-sucking-fungi-and-forever-chemical-crackdowns-positive-environmental-stories-from-2 http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/09/carbon-sucking-fungi-and-forever-chemical-crackdowns-positive-environmental-stories-from-2 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:40:18 +0200 Eco anxiety is very real, so we share this year's most uplifting stories to prove there’s hope for our climate. Portugal's last circus elephant finds refuge in Alentejo sanctuary http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/09/alentejo-elephant-sanctuary-welcomes-first-resident http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/09/alentejo-elephant-sanctuary-welcomes-first-resident Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:01:29 +0200 The first resident has arrived at the Pangea sanctuary in Alentejo, presented as Europe’s first large-scale elephant refuge. Belgium has the worst forever chemicals record in Europe: Are they breaching citizens' human rights? http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/08/belgium-sued-for-breaching-human-rights-with-worst-forever-chemicals-level-in-europe http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/08/belgium-sued-for-breaching-human-rights-with-worst-forever-chemicals-level-in-europe Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:36:56 +0200 Environmental NGO ClientEarth argue Belgian authorities have not acted despite knowing about high levels for years. Number of Portuguese nationals and people of Portuguese descent killed in Venezuela rises to 96 http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/number-of-portuguese-nationals-and-people-of-portuguese-descent-killed-in-venezuela-rises http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/number-of-portuguese-nationals-and-people-of-portuguese-descent-killed-in-venezuela-rises Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:43:48 +0200 The number of Portuguese nationals and people of Portuguese origin killed in the twin quakes in Venezuela has risen to 96, the Foreign Ministry told Lusa. Floating barriers used against jellyfish and pufferfish in Greece: Do they work? http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/floating-barriers-used-against-jellyfish-and-pufferfish-in-greece-do-they-work http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/floating-barriers-used-against-jellyfish-and-pufferfish-in-greece-do-they-work Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:15:28 +0200 The most critical factor determining the effectiveness of floating barriers is ensuring they are positioned correctly in the water. Wildfires rage in Portugal and Spain as authorities in Greece warn of toxic smoke http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/wildfires-rage-in-portugal-and-spain-as-authorities-in-greece-warn-of-toxic-smoke http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/wildfires-rage-in-portugal-and-spain-as-authorities-in-greece-warn-of-toxic-smoke Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:57:27 +0200 The blazes come after a heatwave in June during which thousands of excess deaths were registered and which would have been "virtually impossible" without climate change, the World Weather Attribution group said. 'Mosquitoes are in their element': How the hot weather is bringing a plague to Germany http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/common-mosquito-asian-tiger-mosquito-germany-faces-mosquito-plague http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/06/common-mosquito-asian-tiger-mosquito-germany-faces-mosquito-plague Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:05:08 +0200 The current mix of heat and humidity in Germany provides ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, especially the common house mosquito and the invasive Asian tiger mosquito. Italy could be the next country to build a solar railway after Switzerland’s successful trial http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/05/italy-could-be-the-next-country-to-build-a-solar-railway-after-switzerlands-successful-tri http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/05/italy-could-be-the-next-country-to-build-a-solar-railway-after-switzerlands-successful-tri Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:00:10 +0200 Solar railways could soon become commonplace in Europe, following a successful trial in Switzerland. Forest fire figures in Spain in 2026 http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/04/forest-fire-figures-in-spain-in-2026 http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/04/forest-fire-figures-in-spain-in-2026 Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:20:53 +0200 Spain's wildfire season is intensifying, with nearly 50,000 hectares already burned. Cantabria has suffered the worst damage, June was the most destructive month and the country has recorded 14 major forest fires so far this year. One arrested over Costa Brava wildfire that burns 1,280 hectares: 12,000 confined http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/one-arrested-over-costa-brava-wildfire-that-burns-1280-hectares-12000-confined http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/one-arrested-over-costa-brava-wildfire-that-burns-1280-hectares-12000-confined Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:00:17 +0200 A tramontana-fuelled wildfire has burned 1,280 hectares on the Costa Brava (Girona), forcing 12,000 people to stay indoors. In Vilavenut, another blaze is affecting farmland. Trump victorious in legal battle to erase climate change and slavery signs from national parks http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/trump-victorious-in-legal-battle-to-erase-climate-change-and-slavery-signs-from-national-p http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/trump-victorious-in-legal-battle-to-erase-climate-change-and-slavery-signs-from-national-p Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:15:55 +0200 Donald Trump wants to “restore truth and sanity” to US history by removing signage on climate change, slavery and other topics. Portugal activates EU civil protection mechanism over wildfires http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/portugal-activates-eu-civil-protection-mechanism-over-wildfires http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/03/portugal-activates-eu-civil-protection-mechanism-over-wildfires Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:56:42 +0200 The fire in Vouzela is the main concern, with around 1,100 firefighters deployed. The blaze keeps spreading as the country remains on red alert due to the heat. Spain enters peak fire season with active blazes and 50,000 hectares burned http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/02/spain-enters-peak-fire-season-with-blazes-active-and-50000-hectares-burned http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/02/spain-enters-peak-fire-season-with-blazes-active-and-50000-hectares-burned Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:33:47 +0200 Spain has already lost nearly 50,000 hectares to wildfires in 2026, according to European estimates. Denmark, Portugal, Lithuania lead the way as EU share of electricity from renewables hits 46% http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/02/denmark-portugal-lithuania-lead-the-way-as-eu-share-of-electricity-from-renewables-hits-46 http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/02/denmark-portugal-lithuania-lead-the-way-as-eu-share-of-electricity-from-renewables-hits-46 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:55:14 +0200 The EU has hit a renewable energy milestone. Which countries are leading – and which are lagging behind? Extreme heat: Portugal under red warning and state of alert http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/02/extreme-heat-portugal-under-red-warning-and-state-of-alert http://www.euronews.com/2026/07/02/extreme-heat-portugal-under-red-warning-and-state-of-alert Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:57:30 +0200 Portugal’s weather service IPMA extends the red warning to Aveiro, Beja, Braga, Évora, Portalegre, Porto, Santarém and Viana do Castelo at least until Sunday. The government declares a state of alert and tightens access to forests.