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Climate

Climate change could force us to rethink sporting calendars

As Tokyo becomes one of the hottest Olympic Games on record, the World Athletics president says we may have to revisit what is possible.

World News

Germany opens investigation against officials for neglect during flood

German prosecutors have launched formal investigations into whether two regional officials failed to properly warn residents ahead of last month's floods that killed 141 people and injured hundreds more.

Greece

'The night was hell': Wildfire destroys homes on outskirts of Athens

More than 100 homes and businesses had been seriously damaged or destroyed, according to authorities.

Nature

Beaches in Marseille are being cleaned up by volunteers and charities

As much as one tonne of rubbish is removed from the beaches in a day.

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Serbia

Multi-billion Rio Tinto mining project sparks protests in Serbia

“This project is a danger for our waters, our land, and our future,” said Nebojsa Zelenovic of NGO Action.

Climate

How can you protect your home from flood damage?

As floods cause untold damage to many parts of Europe, here’s how you can protect yourself, and your home, from unexpected floods.

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.

Green News

Anger after young seal is killed in a protected marine area

A search is underway to find the person who killed the animal, despite him living in a marine protected area.

Green News

These stunning photos capture the state of the environment globally

As the Prix Pictet sustainability award enters its ninth cycle, we take a look at how the shortlisted photographers tackled the theme of ‘Fire’.

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.

Money

Bitcoin price jumps as Musk says Tesla to 'most likely' accept crypto

Tesla will 'most likely' restart accepting bitcoin as payments, says Musk if the mining rate reaches 50 per cent renewables.

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

What’s in France's new climate law and is it green enough?

From introducing carbon labels on goods to veggie meals in canteens, the law is meant to overhaul travel, housing and industry to slash carbon emissions. But environmental activists say it doesn’t go far enough.

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.

Eco-Innovation

3m trees and roof-top gardens: European cities make green pledge

Thirty-one major cities including London, Barcelona and Milan have signed a declaration committing to further investment in green spaces and fighting the effects of climate change.

Slovenia

Slovenia water law referendum seen as test for government

At the centre of the dispute is a provision regulating the construction of buildings, including hotels, shops and restaurants, close to the sea, rivers or lakes.

Health news

Future of health: linking humans, animals and their shared environment

To prevent pandemics and fight the rise of drug-resistant "superbugs", scientists are pleading for more integrated health policies that protect the fragile balance between humans, animals and the environment.

Health Series

EU launches a Code of Conduct for more sustainable food industry

The ‘Code of Conduct’ contains a series of voluntary commitments for all parties involved, from the ‘farm to the fork’, such as food producers, food operators and retailers, to promote the shift towards healthier patterns for consumers and better production methods for the environment.

Malaysia

How palm oil ended up in everything - and could be ruining the planet

A Western PR firm that once represented Burma's military junta is now helping billionaires counter the narrative that palm oil is dangerous.

Europe News

Which cities in the European Union are worst for air pollution?

Nowy Sacz in Poland was found to have the highest concentration of fine particulate matter across EU cities over the past two years.