Environment & Climate
The European Green Deal, energy transition, oceans and the climate policy behind the headlines.
World Bank Economist: Urbanisation Is Essential for Development, Not a Problem
Urbanisation is a driver of economic growth and job creation, not a problem to be managed, says World Bank Senior Economist Mark Roberts at
Portugal Gears Up for Severe Wildfire Season After Winter Storms
Winter storms Leonardo and Kristin felled millions of trees, leaving vast amounts of tinder across Portugal. Authorities are clearing roads,
Well-Managed Solar Farms Could Boost Bumblebee Populations in the UK
A study from Lancaster University finds that solar farms managed for wildflowers could more than double bumblebee numbers in the UK. The res
TotalEnergies-EPH Gas Deal: Flexible Power or Fossil Fuel Lock-In?
TotalEnergies and Czech group EPH have formed a joint venture owning 14 GW of power assets, mostly gas-fired. Critics warn it could deepen E
EU Fertiliser Plan Retains Carbon Border Tax Amid Farmer Cost Concerns
The European Commission has announced a fertiliser plan that keeps the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) intact. Fertiliser producer
Spain Braces for First Heatwave of 2025 as Temperatures Soar to 38°C in May
Spain is set to experience its first heatwave of 2025 this week, with temperatures up to 38°C in southern and inland areas. The early heat f
Pentecost Heatwave to Bring Near-30°C Temperatures Across Germany
After a cool start to May, Germany will see a sharp warm-up from Thursday, with a Pentecost heatwave expected to bring temperatures up to 31
Orca Whales from Closed French Park Face Move to Spanish Zoo Despite Welfare Concerns
Two orcas from a French marine park closed under a 2021 ban on captive performances are being moved to a Spanish zoo. Animal welfare groups
Cheap Solar and Wind Slash Worst-Case Global Warming Projection by 1°C
The worst-case global warming projection for 2100 has been cut by 1°C, from 4.5°C to 3.5°C, as cheap solar and wind energy make a high-fossi
Poland's Hydrogen Bus Push Stalls as Fuel Costs and Infrastructure Falter
Poland's hydrogen bus program is struggling due to high fuel costs and sparse refueling stations. A new report by CEE Bankwatch Network find
Heat Pumps and EVs Could Save EU Households €2,200 Annually, Study Finds
Danish think tank CONCITO finds that electrifying heating and transport could save the average EU household over €2,200 per year. Savings ra
Solar Panel Prices May Rise: Why Now Could Be the Moment to Invest in Europe
China's VAT export rebate elimination could raise solar module prices by 10%. Silver costs and geopolitical tensions add pressure. European