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Less meat and more walking could save health services billions

Greener measures to tackle climate change will also help reduce avoidable deaths and costs to health services across Europe.

Destinations

These are the 3 most relaxing places to have a holiday in Europe

New research reveals the most tranquil places to stay in Europe, including towns in France, Croatia and Poland.

Belgium

Belgian coast guard plane 'sniffs out' pollution emitted from ships

The aircraft uses a sensor called a "sniffer" to detect high levels of sulfur and nitrogen along one of Europe's busiest shipping routes.

World News

Why the climate blame game is causing a stink in southeast Europe

“Heavy industries were the pride of socialist countries and economies, and this feeling persists.”

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Green News

Air pollution is worse than we thought - but there's hope of a fix

How can the new Global Air Quality Guidelines help countries tackle both air pollution and climate change?

World News

EU air pollution limits way out of step with new WHO guidelines

The World Health Organization has tightened its guidelines for recommended air pollution limits, after it found evidence of damage to human health at lower levels than previously thought.

Living

Paris car-free day: Crowds flock to a pedestrianised Champs-Élysées

Is the future of Paris fully car-free?

Climate

Will Scotland’s carbon neutral flight scheme actually work?

Although efforts to reduce the carbon impact on international flights are welcome, there are still questions around the benefit of carbon offsetting schemes.

Green News

How are Krakow residents coming together to fight air pollution?

Initiatives range from temporary restrictions to full bans on all vehicles in certain areas in Poland.

Europe News

Western Balkan power plants estimated to have killed 19,000 in Europe

Over the last three years, almost 19,000 people died as a result of pollution from coal-fired power plants in the Western Balkans, according to estimates in a new report

Climate

Why is this London neighbourhood covered in dust?

Thick layers of sand settle on roads and pavements in Silvertown, London. So where is this dust coming from and why is nothing being done about it?

Green News

India builds 25m high 'smog tower' to tackle air pollution crisis

New Delhi has some of the worst air pollution in the world and this huge tower of fans could help.

Green News

Wildfires are increasing COVID cases and deaths, says new study

"Climate change and the pandemic are a disastrous combination."

Mobility

Spurred by the pandemic, Barcelona is embracing a car-free future

The city is doubling down on COVID-inspired moves to reclaim urban spaces from cars. Critics argue it will hurt businesses.

Eco-Innovation

This playground uses a microclimate to let children breathe clean air

There is now so much air pollution that structures are being created purely so that children can play safely.

Climate

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.

Travel News

Which European cities have the least air pollution?

Because our lungs may need a holiday too, the EEA has put together a map of the cities that have the cleanest air.

Climate

Air pollution 'significantly' hinders foetal development in the womb

Research shows air pollution is hindering crucial childhood development from the womb into education.

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.

Green News

Carbon offsetting: What is it and how do you do it?

There is one thing you can do to substantially reduce your carbon footprint the next time you fly.