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Euroviews. Europe’s tough choice: Aluminium sanctions or climate goals

If Europe decides to ban imports of aluminium from Russia, it would need to find a source capable of replacing roughly 500,000 tonnes of material per year. And the list of alternatives is quite limited, Chris Weafer writes.

17 October 2024

Business

Financing the EU's green transition: Who foots the bill?

Around €40 trillion worth of economic activity is moderately or highly dependent on nature - according to the World Economic Forum. A shift towards greener energy sources is necessary, but how do we get there?

Earth News

EU governments using ‘harsh new laws’ on climate activists

Some Western nations are using old legislation or enacting harsh new laws to restrict the right to peaceful protest and impose disproportionate penalties, a report warns.

11 September 2024

Nature

Euroviews. 'Check-the-box' approach to EUDR fails the fight against deforestation

We all need to invest in a system that rewards producers for keeping the forests we all depend on standing, Fanny Gauttier writes.

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Earth News

King Charles invited to join climate protest outside his castle

The Upgrade Democracy event aims to highlight the UK’s “broken system” and get the government to create a citizen’s assembly.

Health news

European deaths from heat and cold expected to climb 13.5% by 2100

Deaths from extreme heat are projected to rise sharply in the coming years, far outpacing an expected slowdown in cold-related deaths.

Climate

Euroviews. Europe must lead by forging meaningful climate partnerships everywhere

With an increasingly divided political environment taking root in Europe, climate change must not be the victim of political polarisation. Cross-border strategic partnerships are integral to addressing global challenges, Guy Kioni writes.

Earth News

Why you should prepare for climate disasters with your neighbours

Unsure what you can do about the climate crisis? Community action is key, says the Climate Majority Project.

Europe News

Forest bathing: A solution to sticky summers in Europe's cities

A tradition with roots in Japan, forest bathing offers city dwellers an opportunity to reconnect with nature.

Nature

Euroviews. Starmer must put nature at the heart of Labour's economic plans

Starmer now has a window of opportunity to take action to show that the country is fully in the game as a climate and biodiversity leader. Without such leadership, businesses will remain stuck between a rock and a hard place, Lindsay Hooper writes.

Nature

Euroviews. As MEPs set sail for Brussels, they should think about our ocean

The bottom line is that the ocean's resilience is intricately linked to our own, and neglecting it is a disservice to ourselves and all life on Earth. Adopting an Ocean Deal isn't just an option, it's an urgent necessity, WWF's Dr Antonia Leroy writes.

Europe

Euroviews. In French elections, parties are ignoring the climate change nightmare

If you look at the big picture, despair is only allowed for a short moment. Then we must go back to work and continue the fight because hope is the strongest bond shared by all humanity, Adeline Rochet writes.

Earth News

Inside Biden’s plan to protect US workers from extreme heat

Very few US states have workplace standards for heat exposure currently in place.

Mobility

Euroviews. Hybrid vehicles have proven to be the right choice for decarbonisation

Instead of considering EVs and hybrids as competing solutions, we should recognise that they are complementary solutions for different problems, Patrice Haettel writes.

Europe News

Residents evacuated from Athens suburb as wildfire season hits Greece

Over 70 firefighters and 13 planes and helicopters worked to control the blaze, which closed traffic along a main highway connecting Athens to its airport.

Earth News

Scientists predict Venice will be underwater by 2150

There is a system of flood barriers in place in Venice’s lagoon, but these won’t be enough to protect the city from continual sinking and sea level rise.

Business

Euroviews. EU leaders must insist on sustainability to secure a better future

By improving European market integration, ensuring policy consistency, investing in infrastructure, and fostering cross-sectoral partnerships in supply chains, we can create a resilient and competitive economy, Gonzalo Sáenz de Miera and Fleming Voetmann write.

Nature

Euroviews. EU and national leaders must act urgently to protect Europe’s nature

We know from experience that European rules lead to action. The Nature Restoration Law is legislation that benefits anyone and everyone living in Europe, Deputy Mayor of Ghent Tine Heyse writes.

Climate

Euroviews. G7 still has an opportunity to make good on its energy pledge

The G7 must set an example and build momentum for raised ambition and action worldwide – failure to do so risks undermining our collective energy security, economic development, and attainment of the global 2030 goals, Damilola Ogunbiyi writes.

Climate

Euroviews. Climate finance for adaptation needs a clear destination

The least the international community can do is fully and strategically finance climate adaptation to provide the best possible protection against climate hazards and risks, Mark Chandler writes.