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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"

Earth News

‘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.

Ecotech

‘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.

Earth 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.

Earth News

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

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

Europe News

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

Partner content presented by Copernicus

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

Europe News

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.

Europe News

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.

Earth 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.

Ecotech

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.