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Europeans throw away 7 million tonnes of clothes a year: Czechia is making recycling compulsory

Europeans throw away 7 million tonnes of clothes a year: Czechia is making recycling compulsory

We’ve all seen the mountains of old clothes that end up as giant landfill sites in low income countries. Now,…
This Spanish city plans to turn its cemeteries into the country’s largest urban solar farm

This Spanish city plans to turn its cemeteries into the country’s largest urban solar farm

A city in Spain is starting to use its cemeteries to generate renewable power.  Valencia, on the east coast, aims…
From Taylor Swift to Olympics host, how can Europe’s largest indoor venue be sustainable?

From Taylor Swift to Olympics host, how can Europe’s largest indoor venue be sustainable?

As Taylor Swift takes to the stage at Paris La Défense Arena, 45,000 people sparkle back — literally. We’ve each…
Is ‘fast deco’ the new fast fashion? Landfills are piled high with cheap, throwaway home decor

Is ‘fast deco’ the new fast fashion? Landfills are piled high with cheap, throwaway home decor

Fast fashion has come under the spotlight in recent years with many consumers making an effort to avoid buying cheap,…
‘Unchartered territory’: What Europe’s wetter climate means for hydropower

‘Unchartered territory’: What Europe’s wetter climate means for hydropower

Europe was around seven per cent wetter than average in 2023 — during the world’s hottest year on record. Hot…
Climate action will boost energy security in Europe by 8% by 2030, IMF Says

Climate action will boost energy security in Europe by 8% by 2030, IMF Says

Efforts to meet Europe’s emission reduction targets led by industry and citizens will pay off according to an analysis published…
Belgium to champion citizen energy at ministerial summit

Belgium to champion citizen energy at ministerial summit

Energy minister Tinne van der Straeten has told Euronews she hopes to secure inter-governmental recognition of the benefits of local…
Belgium to champion citizen energy at ministerial summit

Belgium to champion citizen energy at ministerial summit

Energy minister Tinne van der Straeten has told Euronews she hopes to secure inter-governmental recognition of the benefits of local…
Bright colours make plastics break down faster, fuelling microplastic pollution

Bright colours make plastics break down faster, fuelling microplastic pollution

Plastics with bright colours degrade and form microplastics faster than those with plainer colours, according to new research. Experts at…
India’s capital city records its hottest-ever day as temperatures soar to nearly 50C

India’s capital city records its hottest-ever day as temperatures soar to nearly 50C

Temperatures of more than 50C have been recorded in parts of northern and central India. On Tuesday, a record-breaking 49.9C…
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