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How to Improve the State of European Waters
Like other environmental sectors, water bodies are facing ecological challenges such as pollution, climate change, unsustainable freshwater management, and habitat degradation. The European Environment Agency (EEA) has published an assessment of the health of European water bodies, indicating that Europe…
Solar Parks Can Contribute to Nature Restoration in the EU
The association SolarPower Europe and the nature conservation organization The Nature Conservancy have released an important document highlighting the role of solar parks in combating climate change and restoring natural habitats. The new approach, known as “nature-inclusive solar energy,” encompasses…
Harmful Effects of Climate Change on Winter Sports and Tourism
The International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have announced a new partnership to raise awareness of the fact that winter sports and tourism face a bleak future because of climate change. A new Memorandum…
Belgium helps tackle climate change with support for groundbreaking initiatives
In June 1972, dozens of countries convened in Stockholm, Sweden, for the United Nations Conference on the Human Environment, the first global gathering on the environment. Among the largest delegations was Belgium, with more than 40 representatives supporting a historic…
Where Have the Falcons Gone?
The sky above Serbia has always been adorned with a multitude of birds of prey, and one of them – the Eastern Imperial Eagle- has a special place on our country’s official coat of arms. Throughout history, falcons have enjoyed…
How Far Have We Crossed Planetary Boundaries?
For thousands of years, during a period of climate stability and resilience of the Earth’s system, humanity has been able to advance in technological and cultural development. A report published by scientists from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research…
China Joins Monitoring of Fukushima Water Release
In 2011, Japan suffered a devastating natural disaster when a powerful earthquake, followed by a tsunami, caused over 20,000 deaths and destroyed vast areas of land. The tsunami flooded an area of 560 km², and this catastrophe severely damaged the…