Nature

Which countries in Europe have the most and least forests?

Forests have been growing in size in the EU over recent decades, but why are there such large discrepancies across the continent?

4 November 2023

World News

Storm Ciarán kills 5 people and brings record rainfall to Italy

Climate scientists say human-induced climate change has led to heavier rainfall during storms like Ciarán, often resulting in more severe damage.

3 November 2023

Climate

Storm Ciarán: Is climate change to blame for record-breaking weather?

We asked climate experts what impact climate change is having on European storms like Ciarán.

2 November 2023

Earth News

Carbon budget for 1.5C will run out before 2030, scientists warn

Beyond this internationally agreed temperature limit, the risk of climate catastrophes increases.

31 October 2023

Earth News

COP28 President urges countries to find common ground at UN summit

Pre-COP talks are taking place this week to lay the groundwork for negotiations at the UN climate summit in late November.

30 October 2023

Climate

A dying sport: Are Italy's low-lying ski resorts a lost cause?

Activists in the Alps argue there’s no point in spending public money on snowless resorts. Instead, they want investment in sustainable mountain tourism.

29 October 2023

Earth News

Why is this Irish climate startup spreading concrete dust on farmland?

Concrete dust could permanently sequester up to 100 tonnes of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

27 October 2023

Earth News

Amazon River drought is exposing ancient rocks with human faces

Record low river levels led to the strange discovery in Brazil, where public authorities are delivering food to isolated residents.

26 October 2023

Europe News

Some EU policies ‘hinder’ climate action, WWF says

A handful of policies risk derailing the European Union’s ambitious climate goals, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) said in a report published on Monday, days before the European Commission is expected to publish its own assessment.

23 October 2023

Switzerland

Switzerland: Right-wing populists strengthen hold after elections

Climate change, rising health care costs and immigration were among the most important topics for voters as they went to the polls.

22 October 2023

Climate

El Niño is back: How will it affect global weather in 2023?

El Niño has returned. Here’s what the phenomenon means for extreme weather and global warming.

20 October 2023

Nature

Can France’s ‘mosaic forest’ withstand the storm of climate change

A patchwork of 4,200 hectares of forest is being adapted for rising temperatures.

18 October 2023

Travel News

Would you trust AI to plan a trip? 2024 travel predictions revealed

A survey of more than 27,000 people across 33 countries and territories has revealed what could be next year's biggest travel trends.

18 October 2023

Earth News

Why is Oatly offering free advertising space to Big Dairy?

Milk production is responsible for 2.8 per cent of UK greenhouse gas emissions, according to government statistics.

16 October 2023

Travel News

Are Germans travelling less due to the recession?

German travel sales have bounced back after the pandemic but with fewer holidaymakers enjoying them.

15 October 2023

Economy

'Burp tax' causes outrage in New Zealand before elections

New Zealand has a plan to tax farmers for their livestock's burps and flatulence -- and it's causing a stink ahead of Saturday's general elections.

14 October 2023

Climate Now

Climate Now debate: 2023 is set to be the hottest year on record

In partnership with Copernicus

Watch our expert panellists as they discuss this year’s extraordinary climate data and what action needs to be taken.

13 October 2023

Earth News

Antarctic ice shelves have shrunk ‘significantly’, scientists say

The European Space Agency has called the findings "alarming."

13 October 2023

Climate

Are ‘hairy’ coffee pollinators getting too hot in the tropics?

‘We’re not paying enough attention’ say scientists studying pollinator loss in the tropics.

13 October 2023

Earth News

The World Bank has had enough of billion euro fossil fuel subsidies

Fossil fuel and agricultural subsidies should be redirected to climate action, Ajay Banga suggested at the bank's annual meeting.

13 October 2023