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Green News

11 environmental books to buy for the Greta Thunberg in your life

Plus a few recommendations for the newly climate curious.

Europe News

One der Leyen: How has EU chief Ursula done in her first year?

December 1 marks one year since Ursula von der Leyen took over as European Commission president. We look at how she has fared.

United Kingdom

UK: Coroner to examine pollution link to girl's fatal asthma attack

Over the next two weeks, a London coroner will examine whether air pollution caused or contributed to Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah's fatal asthma attack in 2013

Switzerland

Swiss voters reject proposals to increase liability for big companies

Switzerland has rejected measures that would have stiffened penalties against Swiss companies that violate human rights or harm the environment.

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Business Planet

Europe’s Circular Economy Action Plan

In partnership with The European Commission

Business Planet takes a look at Europe's plans for a Circular Economy and examines what this transition might mean for both businesses and consumers.

France

France considers introducing new 'ecocide' offence

But some climate activists argue that the sanctions don't reflect the international definition of 'ecocide'.

Green News

Why 600,000 voters put the environment first in the 2020 US election

The project that may have secured Joe Biden's victory.

Nature

How did Costa Rica become the greenest, happiest country in the world?

The country made some bold decisions about how to spend its money.

Green News

‘Hungry for solutions’: Climate festival fills gap left by COP26

Across two days, over 100 speakers will be giving talks and panels featuring solutions to the climate crisis.

Eco-Innovation

Temperature regulating curtain keeps rooms at 25°C

The 'intelligent' curtain design was invented by two students in Berlin and could save you money on heating bills.

No Comment

Scientists in Washington destroy murder hornet nest in 'nick of time'

Scientists in Washington had discovered 500 murder hornets in various stages of development in addition to nearly 200 queens that could have started their own nests.

Eco-Innovation

Invasive plants could be turned into textiles, research shows

A laboratory in Marseille, France is looking for ways to mix design and biology.

Europe News

EU campaign to make repairing devices easier faces an uphill battle

Campaigners are bidding to make it easier to fix electronic devices, thereby reducing waste and helping the environment. But are MEPs on board?

World News

Iceberg 'size of Luxembourg' on collision course with South Georgia

If the iceberg hits the southern Atlantic island, it could have catastrophic consequences for wildlife such as seals and penguins at the height of pup and chick-rearing.

USA

US formally leaves Paris deal that aims to stop climate catastrophe

You probably knew this was coming. Now it's formally happened.

Travel News

What are Europe’s top 10 eco-friendly tourist attractions?

Attractions across Europe were ranked for their sustainability credentials.

Green News

Japan plans to be carbon neutral by 2050

Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga made the pledge in his first address to the Japanese parliament.

Europe News

'Fossil fuels still needed during green transition' - Timmermans

In an exclusive interview with Euronews, the European Commission's Executive Vice-President and person responsible for the bloc's Green Deal, Frans Timmermans, explained that some countries will still need to use fossil fuels during the continent's move towards renewable energies.

Green News

The 18-year-old activist changing the climate conversation in the UK

She led 5,000 kids onto the roads in protest, now Noga Levy-Rapoport is trying to reform the education system.

Green News

The UN’s 21-year-old climate advisor: Who is Nathan Méténier?

"We are being listened to but not heard."