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Recycling turbine blades: the Achilles heel of wind power

In this episode of Unreported Europe, Monica Pinna investigates the latest controversy engulfing the wind power sector - - the recycling of turbine blades. We’re looking at how the market and researchers are pushing for higher sustainability. That's coming up on Unreported Europe

Nature

Plogging: What is Sweden’s new green sport?

Meet the runners using sport to clean up the planet.

Ocean

Is growing endangered marine species on land the key to saving them?

In partnership with the European Commission

Many marine species are facing serious threats from overfishing, pollution and climate change. Could aquaculture play a role in restoring the health of the seas? Discover an initiative helping sea anemone populations by growing them on land.

Ocean

"Mini-ecosystem" approach reduces aquaculture waste

In partnership with the European Commission

What is "integrated multi-trophic aquaculture", and how does it make sea farming greener?

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Green News

How much power do local governments have over climate change?

Nine in ten UK councils have already declared a climate emergency.

Living

‘Cars are an addiction’: How Lisbon is turning green for good

Lisbon is building on its '2020 European Green Capital' win to become a fully sustainable city.

Climate

How eco-friendly are Europe's urban parks?

Europe's cities are home to some stunning public parks, but are these green spaces just style over substance?

Nature

53 tyres and kitchen sink found in the sea off just one Spanish beach

This Spanish NGO is working heard to clean up the oceans and provide groundbreaking data in marine conservation.

Ocean

The dumped munitions in our oceans causing serious pollution

In partnership with the European Commission

During the course of the 20th century, many countries routinely dumped munitions of all kinds and chemical weapons into the ocean to get rid of them. Today they are decaying and causing untold harm to the marine environment and human life.

Europe News

Cyclists on solar-powered bikes set off on a 10,000-km tour of Europe

Sun Trip Europe 2021 aims to promote sustainable mobility across the continent.

Ocean

Can the blue bio-economy reduce pollution and create growth?

In partnership with the European Commission

Restoring the ocean and removing plastic pollution from its waters is paving the way for innovative technologies. Delving into its waters is allowing us to discover its hidden gems that can help with our health and even help our industries.

United Kingdom

Environmental groups stage theatrical protests near G7 venue

Extinction Rebellion and other climate campaign groups have staged a series of theatrical protests in seaside resort close to where G7 leaders are meeting

Climate

Polish people take their government to court as climate impacts worsen

Poland still produces 70 per cent of its electricity from coal, the most climate-damaging fossil fuel worldwide.

Green News

Euroviews. Shell climate case 'is a stark warning to any corporate polluter'

Shell’s inadequate targets to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions were considered to constitute a breach of its legal duty of care towards Dutch citizens.

Green News

World Oceans Day: What can be done to improve the health of our seas?

On World Oceans Day, Celine Cousteau explains how the oceans hold the key to saving the world.

Italy

Steel plant in Naples becomes focus of new regeneration scheme

After much bureaucratic delay, two million square meters in the west part of the city are to be restored to their former glory.

Conscious Travel

Take to the seas on these amazing trips that help protect the oceans

Many of our most precious holiday memories feature water. So why is there so much pollution and waste? Take the plunge and make a difference on these meaningful trips.

Nature

Treaty offers a ‘once in a lifetime’ chance to protect the high seas

Scientists from around the world are calling on world leaders to protect the unprotected half of our planet.

Europe News

Should transportation subsidies take into account gender inequality?

Gender gaps in pay and employment, together with an unequal division of household talks, leads to different travel patterns between men and women.

World News

The mountain range protecting Madrid from pollution

Madrid has a high level of pollution like many big cities and capitals across the globe. But Madrid is also in the unique position of being protected by a national park and mountain range called the Sierra of Guadarrama, which brings fresh air and clean water to its busy inhabitants.