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Which country is the world leader in renewable energy in 2021?

The study also reveals the countries which rely most on fossil fuels.

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How to save a decimated town: The struggle for Belgium's Doel

A struggle of over 20 years between locals and governments about the fate of the Flemish town of Doel could soon come to an end.

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Climate data could be key for preserving our cultural treasures

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Equipping heritage managers, governments and the public with the right data will help conserve our past.

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Flood cleanup continues in Belgium in difficult conditions

Thousands of people remain without essential provisions after the floods in Belgium which killed at least 41 people 2 weeks ago.

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Brussels to install 11,000 electric charging stations by 2035

The European Commission recently announced it wants to ban the sale of all petrol and diesel cars by 2035.

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Hair compost: A natural by-product of salons in London

Hair compost: A natural by-product of salons in London

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Man from Idaho wins World Elk Calling Championships

The World Elk Calling Championships was won by an Idaho man

Nature

Snakes are helping scientists monitor radiation from Fukushima

Scientists say snakes could help us track radiation.

Green News

Protect coral reefs now or they will collapse, scientists warn

Coral reefs are vital to biodiversity and they protect coastal communities from flooding. But climate change is wiping them out, and scientists say they need protecting - now.

Focus

Football For Friendship raises environmental awareness whilst breaking records

In partnership with Gazprom

Since its launch in 2013, Football for Friendship has united thousands of children from all over the world whilst promoting essential human values and now it's also turning to environmental protection.

Eco-Innovation

Are climate-friendly cooling chips the future of refrigeration?

A cooling tech firm in the US has just secured $50 million from Goldman Sachs in funding.

Smart Regions

Six endangered species in the Rhine wetlands are given help to survive

In partnership with the European Commission

It is urgent to protect biodiversity, and there are solutions. Thanks to a cross-border project in the wetlands along the Rhine, concrete action is being taken to develop and sustain the population of six threatened species.

Eco-Innovation

2.7 billion gamers could be solving climate change as we speak

The UN'S Green Game Jam initiative is bringing video gamers closer to the climate crisis.

Travel News

Italy to ban cruise ships from Venice to prevent the city from sinking

The decision comes days before a UNESCO meeting which is proposing that Venice be added to the list of endangered heritage sites.

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Brussels plans overhaul of EU carbon market as part of green push

The European Commission is set to announce more than a dozen new measures as part of its 2030 emissions reduction target of 55%.

Climate

Which 25 cities are driving urban greenhouse gas emissions worldwide?

Findings highlighted the significant role cities play in reducing emissions.

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EU eco-agriculture reforms are 'not worth it', say Belgian farmers

Brussels has introduced eco-schemes as part of its Common Agricultural Policy reform, in order to support and incentivise farmers to undertake practices beneficial for the climate, biodiversity, and the environment.

Living

8 climate educators everyone should be following on Instagram

These activists use their following to educate those around them about climate change, intersectional environmentalism, and how to live more sustainably.

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The world is chasing methane

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Despite our obsession with carbon dioxide, methane could be a handier ally to fight climate change

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Euroviews. Why democracy is the key ingredient to battling climate change

9 out of the 10 top performers in the 2021 Climate Change Performance Index are democracies.