By Elena Novak
Covers the European Green Deal, energy transition and the climate politics of the member states.
Three Elderly Die in Bordeaux Suburbs as France's Heatwave Intensifies
Three elderly residents died in Bordeaux suburbs as temperatures exceeded 40°C in parts of France. The heatwave, comparable to the deadly 20
China, EU, and Canada Vow to Maintain Climate Cooperation Despite US Absence
China's environment minister urged that international climate efforts not be weakened by the US withdrawal. The EU and Canada stressed the n
Invasive Snakes Threaten Ibiza and Mallorca's Unique Lizard Species
The horseshoe whip snake, accidentally introduced via ornamental olive trees, has colonised 90% of Ibiza and is spreading to nearby islets.
Europe's Second Heatwave in a Month Forces School Closures, Train Cuts, and Alcohol Bans
Spain faces 45°C as Europe's second heatwave in a month shuts schools in France, cuts trains in Paris and Belgium, and prompts alcohol bans.
Tropical Nights: The Hidden Health Danger in Europe's Heatwaves
Europe's latest heatwave brings tropical nights, where temperatures never drop below 20°C. These nights prevent the body from cooling down,
Heat pumps saved Europe €9.7 billion in gas imports last year, France leads
Europe's heat pumps avoided €9.7 billion in gas import costs last year, replacing double the LNG arriving from the Middle East. France sold
France Bans Alcohol at Fête de la Musique as Heatwave Sweeps Europe
France has banned alcohol sales at the Fête de la Musique in Paris as temperatures hit 35°C. Southern France and Spain could reach 40°C. Mul
France's Troglodyte Village of Trôo Offers Natural Cooling as Heatwaves Intensify
The troglodyte village of Trôo, north of Tours, features homes carved into rock that maintain a stable 20°C interior temperature even during
Solar Fences Gain Traction Across Europe as Households Seek Creative Energy Solutions
Solar fences are emerging across Europe as a novel way to generate renewable energy from garden boundaries. While less efficient than roofto
Lightning Strikes Injure Ten at Handball Tournament in Southern Germany
Lightning struck a campsite in Rastatt, Baden-Württemberg, during a handball tournament, injuring nine people. A separate strike in Münsinge
France Braces for 40°C Heatwave, Echoing Deadly 2003 Conditions
Nearly two-thirds of France is under an orange heatwave alert as temperatures are expected to reach 40°C. The extreme heat recalls the deadl
High Seas Treaty Enters Force: A New Era for Global Ocean Governance
The High Seas Treaty, the first binding agreement to protect biodiversity beyond national jurisdictions, entered into force in January 2026.