Environment & Climate
The European Green Deal, energy transition, oceans and the climate policy behind the headlines.
Large Forest Fire in Chernobyl Exclusion Zone After Drone Crash, Kyiv Reports
A forest fire in the Chernobyl exclusion zone, sparked by a drone crash, has spread to 1,100 hectares. Ukrainian authorities report radiatio
Europe's Battery Storage Race: Germany Leads Now, Turkey Dominates Future Plans
Germany leads Europe in operational battery capacity at 2.8 GW, followed by Italy at 2 GW. Turkey's project pipeline of 32.8 GW is more than
Sir David Attenborough at 100: A Life in Pictures and Conservation
Sir David Attenborough turns 100 today, marking a century of groundbreaking natural history broadcasting. From the BBC's early days to globa
David Attenborough at 100: A Century of Planetary Change Through His Eyes
Sir David Attenborough turns 100 on 8 May, marking seven decades of documenting Earth's ecosystems. The planet has seen a 73% decline in wil
Tap Water Safety Across Europe: Finland and Iceland Lead, Luxembourg and Belgium Lag
Finland, Iceland, the Netherlands, Norway, Switzerland, and the UK achieve perfect scores for drinking water safety. Luxembourg, Belgium, an
Renewables with Battery Storage Now Rival Fossil Fuels on Cost, IRENA Finds
Solar and wind power paired with battery storage can now deliver round-the-clock electricity at costs comparable to new coal and gas plants.
Near-Record April Sea Temperatures Raise Fears of Super El Niño and Extreme Weather
April 2026 recorded the second-highest sea surface temperatures ever for extra-polar oceans. Scientists fear a super El Niño later this year
EU Climate Chief Calls for Radical Energy Shift as Third Oil Shock Bites
EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra says Europe must accelerate its shift to renewables, nuclear, and interconnectors to escape fossil fu
EU Weighs Suspending Methane Penalties to Shield Energy Supply Amid Crisis
A leaked EU document reveals plans to suspend methane penalties during energy crises. Critics warn this undermines the bloc's climate credib
Portugal Exhausts 2026 Natural Resources; EU Overshoot Days Vary Widely
Portugal's Overshoot Day for 2026 is 7 May, meaning it now consumes resources meant for next year. The EU average is 3 May, with Luxembourg
The Attenborough Effect: How a Broadcaster Inspires a New Wave of Wildlife Artists
Sir David Attenborough's documentaries have inspired a generation of artists, including the British couple Skip and Katherine Khangurra. The
Solar Battery Storage: How It Works and Whether It Cuts Your Bills
Solar battery storage allows households to use stored energy at night or on cloudy days. Costs have fallen 90% since 2010, but a typical 5kW