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Europeans throw away 7 million tonnes of clothes a year: Czechia is making recycling compulsory
03.06.2024
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
03.06.2024
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?
03.06.2024
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
03.06.2024
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
30.05.2024
‘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
29.05.2024
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
29.05.2024
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
29.05.2024
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
29.05.2024
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
29.05.2024
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…