Environment

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Is it ‘high time’ for Europe to recognise the human right to a healthy environment?

Last month, Switzerland became the first country in the world to be sentenced by an international court over climate inaction.…

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Clean tech sector and NGOs produce alternative election manifestos

With EU leaders sharpening their focus on global competition after a five-year political cycle marked by the European Green Deal,…

Business & economy

‘The Great Disconnect’: Why EU trade policy and climate are running into the sand

For decades, the EU was reluctant to use trade agreements as a Trojan Horse for environmental and other “non-trade issues”. …

Society & culture

Earth Day: David Bowie featuring Mother Nature – What is Sounds Right?

It’s Earth Day today, and legendary English musician Brian Eno has given David Bowie’s 1995 deep cut ‘Get Real’ a…

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How green are parties’ manifestos vying in the European election?

European environmental legislation has become a divisive issue in recent months, with a serious of angry protests by farmers only…

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Climate Now Live Debate: What’s the state of the European climate today?

Looking back on last year’s climate data, it’s clear that the consequences of rising temperatures are being increasingly felt across…

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Use of harmful chemicals growing, agencies find

Use of harmful substances is on the rise in the EU, a joint study by EU agencies has revealed, calling…

Society & culture

Manifesta 15 Barcelona biennale examines how art can prompt social change

Pau Esteban was trying to explain the dangers faced by one of Europe’s biggest protected wetlands from the expansion of…

Society & culture

Billie Eilish: New album announced with eco-friendly vinyl – what is a sustainable record?

Following her recent win at the Oscars for the Barbie ballad ‘What Was I Made For?’ (and thereby becoming the…

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‘We must do everything we can’: Greta Thunberg among dozens arrested at Hague climate protest

Police said the protesters had partially blocked a road in the Dutch city. Thunberg was seen flashing a victory sign…

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