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Portugal

Astrotourists head to Portugal for international event

A huge increase in so-called Astrotourism has been marked, in Portugal, by the first international congress to discuss the preservation of night sky and access to starlight

Climate

What can the historic CFC ban teach us about the climate emergency?

When the hole in the ozone layer was discovered within four years a solution was found, can't we do the same for climate change?

Mobility

This young Russian has built his own electric car from scratch

Can’t afford a Tesla? Maybe take inspiration from this 23-year-old who has built his own solar-powered electric car.

Green News

More than 200 people were killed defending the environment in 2020

"One day, we hope to report an end to the violence against those defending our planet and their land."

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Living

What makes Tallinn the greenest city in Europe?

The Estonian city went home with a €600,000 cheque at the environmental awards ceremony in Lahti, Finland.

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Huawei and partners help protect biodiversity through intelligent technology

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One of the world's most prominent biodiversity summits – the International Union for Conservation of Nature World Conservation Congress (IUCN WCC) - opened in Marseille last week. Conservation experts, world leaders, and global organizations gathered to share ideas for protecting nature.

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The IAA mobility show opens for the first time in Munich

The IAA mobility show comes with the automotive industry at a crossroads. There has been some criticism that the German car makers were not switching to electric engines fast enough.

Green News

The end of a 'toxic era': The UN has completely banned leaded petrol

In a press conference yesterday, the UN announced it had been successful in completely halting the production of leaded petrol.

Ocean

The Black Sea predators helping local fishing communities thrive

In partnership with the European Commission

The invasive veined Rapa whelk has devastated bottom-dwelling populations of the Black Sea. This predator may threaten coastal waters all around Europe whilst also offering valuable employment in countries like Bulgaria, Romania and more.

Ocean

Cooperation and joint action help to ensure the health of the Black Sea

In partnership with the European Commission

BlackSea4Fish is a project contributing to the sustainable management of Black Sea fisheries by providing scientific and technical support to the General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean. Its project coordinator tells euronews about its groundbreaking studies.

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Extinction Rebellion targets central London in new protests

Supporters of the environmental campaign group Extinction Rebellion gather on Trafalgar Square outside of the National Gallery in London for the first day of a two-week climate change protest campaign.

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How protecting water can avert future global health crises

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Every way we interact with the planet stems from how we use water.

Nature

A ‘rewilding revolution’: How 9 million trees reforested England

Plans for the future include a new 25-acre wood to remember those who've died during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Environmentalists protest against German government’s climate policies

Global environment movement Extinction Rebellion blocked roads in Berlin leading to the German Ministry of Food and Agriculture building as demonstrators carried banners and placards that read: "Prioritize climate," "Protect our Earth, "One planet, one chance"

Living

‘Ugly food’: Why supermarkets should be taxed for food waste

Campaigner Matt Homewood explains how companies embed food waste into their profitable business models and why we need to hold them accountable.

Hungary

Locals protest against construction around Lake Balaton in Hungary

On Saturday, hundreds of Tihany residents demonstrated against redevelopment plans around the lake shore.

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Climber scales London tower to highlight climate change

Solo free climber George King-Thompson has scaled another London tower a few months after being imprisoned for reaching the top of London's iconic Shard.

Destinations

11 breathtaking eco-resorts to visit in 2021

We get a first-hand look at the top ten environmentally-friendly hotels around the world, from Ibiza to Saint Lucia.

Eco-Innovation

‘Global mountain’ of desktop PCs abandoned in offices due to COVID-19

Carmen Ene gives us her take on the worldwide e-waste crisis which has seen 53.6 million metric tonnes generated in one year.

Green News

Euroviews. Ethiopia’s 'progressive' approach to tackling climate change explained

AEPAC Chairman Mesfin Tegenu explains how Ethiopia’s approach to combatting the climate crisis is innovative and promotes citizen engagement.