Nature

Europe’s forests are turning brown in summer - here’s why

Last year, 37 per cent of Mediterranean and central European forests were affected by tree browning.

9 April 2023

Earth News

What noise does a plant make when it’s under stress?

Plants make noises when they are cut or when they are thirsty.

2 April 2023

Earth News

Which European city has the best - and worst - tree coverage?

A lack of trees is making cities deadly. Here’s which European cities are the most dangerous.

1 February 2023

Earth News

How to recycle your Christmas tree this January

Cut Christmas trees don’t have to be binned at the end of the 12th night - see how others across Europe are putting them to good use.

2 January 2023

Tech News

Turning fallen leaves into paper wins Ukrainian company EU prize

“Our paper is biodegradable, recyclable, it’s the most sustainable paper made from any type of raw materials,” Releaf’s CEO told Euronews Next.

21 December 2022

Nature

Why has the Olympic Committee planted 70,000 trees in Africa?

The forest is part of the ‘Great Green Wall,’ an African-led scheme to seed vegetation across degraded land in 22 countries in the Sahel region.

3 December 2022

Nature

Meet the Bishnoi community who won’t cut down living trees

In 1730, more than 300 Bishnoi were killed while trying to protect trees. Their descendants are carrying on their legacy.

2 December 2022

Nature

India's living bridges are a stunning testament to the power of nature

These incredible living bridges are a must-see.

23 November 2022

Moments

Trentino: Why you should try ‘forest bathing’ in this green paradise

Forest bathing involves immersing yourself in nature - and some doctors prescribe it for its meditative effects. Here’s why you should try it.

6 October 2022

Earth News

Guerrilla gardening: The purest form of climate rebellion

Meet the guerrilla gardeners of Europe. Their form of climate activism transforms neighbourhoods and brings local communities together.

25 August 2022

Nature

Visitors to world’s tallest tree could face up to 6 months in prison

Officials say it isn’t worth risking the penalty to visit the world record holding tree as it can't easily be seen from the ground.

2 August 2022

Nature

World's oldest trees at risk of extinction due to Yosemite wildfires

A blaze in California's Yosemite National Park is threatening the ancient giant sequoia trees.

11 July 2022

Earth News

Why is this man still living in a tree under the Eiffel Tower?

Thomas Brail is protecting trees that were planted by Napoleon Bonaparte’s government.

8 June 2022

Nature

5,000-year-old giant: How long does the world’s oldest tree have left?

Scientists have used a new technique in determining the age of this giant of nature.

29 May 2022

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Water emerges from a 150-year-old mulberry tree after heavy rainfall

Locals call this miracle of nature a gift from God or Mother Nature: in this Montenegrin village, water springs from a 150-year-old mulberry tree, a unique phenomenon.

6 April 2022

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French oak trees airlifted to rebuild Notre-Dame cathedral

In the Bercé state forest in France's Sarthe region, some hundred-year-old oaks that will be used to rebuild Notre-Dame cathedral are "flying" as part of a test project.

15 March 2022

Nature

Cutting down trees is boosting biodiversity in this Finnish forest

The tree stumps they leave behind are providing a unique habitat for birds and insects.

2 March 2022

Ecotech

Wooden batteries are hitting the market

The future of the world’s batteries could be hiding among our trees.

10 February 2022

Nature

Why has a tree been named after Leonardo DiCaprio?

A ghost orchid, a toothy mushroom and a killer tobacco plant are also among the pantheon of recently named plants.

14 January 2022

Culture news

Where are the most iconic Christmas trees around the world?

Here's a list of some of the most tree-mendous (sorry) festive firs across the world.

24 December 2021