Environment & Climate
The European Green Deal, energy transition, oceans and the climate policy behind the headlines.
EU's ETS Reform: A Trojan Horse That Could Stall Carbon Cuts
The European Commission has proposed relaxing the EU Emissions Trading System, extending free permits until 2038. Climate experts warn this
Tara Polar Station Departs Lorient for Year-Long Arctic Drift Mission
The Tara Polar Station departed Lorient on Sunday for its first expedition to the North Pole. The floating laboratory will drift with pack i
Two Major Wildfires in Spain Push Burned Area Toward 50,000 Hectares
Wildfires near La Mierla in central Spain and Orés in the northeast have burned over 25,000 hectares combined. The country's total burned ar
World Cup Stadiums Built for Cooler Climates Face Heat Crisis
Over a quarter of World Cup matches have exceeded the heat threshold for player safety. Experts call for retrofitting stadiums with cool roo
Wildfires Rage Across Aragon and Castilla-La Mancha, Destroying Over 15,400 Hectares
A wildfire in Orés, Zaragoza, has become Spain's largest of 2026, scorching 15,400 hectares. A second fire in Guadalajara has forced 529 eva
Spain Braces for Third Heatwave of Summer with Temperatures Up to 45°C
Spain's third heatwave of summer will bring temperatures up to 45°C from Tuesday, with extreme wildfire risks in Zaragoza and Guadalajara. A
Mount Olympus Seeks UNESCO Recognition as Mixed Natural and Cultural Site
Mount Olympus, Greece's highest peak and mythical home of Zeus, is being considered for UNESCO World Heritage status as a mixed natural and
Persistent High-Pressure Pattern Keeps Europe in Recurring Heatwaves
After a brief cool spell, Germany and central Europe face another heatwave as high pressure rebuilds quickly. Meteorologist Dominik Jung not
Iberian Rabbit Revealed as Two Distinct Species After Two Million Years of Separation
For over a century, scientists believed only one rabbit species lived on the Iberian Peninsula. A new study shows there are two, separated b
Medieval Shipwreck Discovered in Lake Constance Off Lindau
A recreational diver tipped off archaeologists about wooden remains off Lindau. Radiocarbon dating revealed the wreck dates from 1420–1450,
Discounted Tickets for World Cup and Pop Concerts Could Slash Mega-Event Emissions
A University of Cambridge study reveals that spectator travel accounts for up to 97% of emissions at major concerts and tournaments. Researc
Europe's Stubborn Heatwave: Meteorologist Warns 'Summer Bites Back'
A severe heatwave continues to affect large parts of Europe, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in several regions. Meteorologists warn the ex