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Ditch forever chemicals, investors worth €8 trillion tell companies

As the threat of litigation increases, investors worth trillions of euros have urged chemical companies to phase out ‘forever chemicals.’

Green News

Catalonia introduces restrictions on water use as Spain prays for rain

The measures will affect 6.7 million people - 80 per cent of the region's population.

Eco-Innovation

Australian rubbish tip removes forever chemicals from rainwater

The technology uses minimal energy and no extra chemicals, says the company.

Moments

Visit the ‘haunted’ Mexican island with 4,000 mutilated dolls

Enter the Island of the Dolls - if you dare. But whatever you do, don’t take one away with you.

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France

Protests go on at French farm reservoir site after clashes with police

France's worst drought on record this summer has sharpened debate over water resources in the European Union's biggest agricultural sector.

Green News

EU plans to crack down on toxic air pollution with tougher rules

New rules on air quality are set to bring the EU closer to the latest WHO recommendations.

Scenes

Meet the women saving sharks off the coast of Mexico

In partnership with Media City

"The town we're working with is called Agua Amarga. It is a small fishing town with a population of 500 people. We are training them so that they can have an extra income and they can eventually phase out shark fishing."

Climate

Iraq's Tigris river runs dangerously low, impacting local incomes

Iraq's mighty river Tigris is drying up because of climate change and the construction of dams which is have huge effecting on locals.

No Comment

In Toulouse, a rugby tournament... on and in the water

To score a try on a floating platform serving as a rugby pitch, you must dive into the waters of the Garonne River ...

Nature

Police investigate ‘mega-party’ held in endangered Spanish lagoon

A group of around 100 boats reportedly gathered in the specially protected area for a concert.

Green News

600-year-old Buddha statues revealed by China’s devastating drought

Low levels in lakes, rivers and reservoirs have led to rolling blackouts and concerns about vital food crops.

Europe News

French MEPs kick up a stink over UK's discharge of raw sewage into sea

The three MEPs accuse the UK of not adhering to its obligations under multiple treaties including the main Brexit agreement and a UN charter.

Green News

These are the A-list celebrities accused of violating drought rules

As California struggles to conserve water during a devastating drought, some celebrities have been bending the rules.

Green News

Is Brexit to blame for the UK’s poor quality bathing water?

New data analysis has shown that sewage discharged into the environment isn't being properly monitored and some say Brexit is to blame.

Green News

‘Forever chemicals’: What exactly are PFAS and why are they a problem?

We asked an expert about the health risks associated with forever chemicals and what can be done to prevent future PFAS pollution.

Travel News

Endless summer: Cyprus has one of Europe's longest beach seasons

Even beaches that are adjacent to big resorts become unspoiled sandy stretches where there are more sea turtles than people towards the end of summer.

Eco-Innovation

This paper battery with a water switch could help cut electronic waste

The team behind the paper battery say it could be used for smart labels, environmental sensors and even medical devices.

No Comment

Water crisis looms for Ukrainian city of Sloviansk

Fighting between Ukrainian and Russian forces near the key city in the Donetsk region has damaged vital infrastructure that has cut residents off from gas and water for months.

Living

How to save water: 11 unusual ways to use less during droughts

Water is likely to be limited for decades to come so don’t rely on restrictions to tell you when you should be saving the life-giving liquid

Green News

Rainwater is no longer safe to drink anywhere on Earth, scientists say

Scientists are calling for tighter restrictions on PFAS which persist in the environment for years.