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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Spain Supports the ETS

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has defended the EU's Emissions Trading System (ETS) against attempts to dismantle it, emphasizing the need for commitment to the Green Transition.

Feb 28 • 06:16 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The Climate Minister is incapacitated in matters concerning Chemring Nobel

Climate Minister Andreas Bjelland Eriksen has been declared incapacitated regarding issues related to Chemring Nobel due to a close friendship with an involved party.

Feb 27 • 11:18 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen drowns critical climate news

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is criticized for her handling of important climate updates.

Feb 27 • 11:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

In a 'Very Good Climate' the Meeting of Gerapeiti - Rubio at the White House: What Topics Were Discussed

Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapeiti met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the White House to discuss deepening strategic partnership and economic diplomacy.

Feb 26 • 19:36 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The Storting drops the goal of becoming climate neutral by 2030

The Norwegian Parliament has decided to rescind its goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2030, sparking concerns from the Climate and Environment Minister.

Feb 26 • 13:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Altinget: The Storting drops the goal of becoming climate neutral by 2030: – A shame, says the Minister of Climate

The Norwegian Storting has decided to revoke the climate neutrality goal of achieving zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, which has been criticized by the Minister of Climate and Environment as a bad signal.

Feb 26 • 13:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The suspense has been released: Mette Frederiksen calls for parliamentary elections

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced parliamentary elections to be held on March 24, as the political climate has been rife with speculation about the event.

Feb 26 • 11:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Susanne Nyström: If Romina Pourmokhtari Wants to End the 'Nonsense,' She Can't Provide an Open Target

Romina Pourmokhtari, Sweden's climate and environment minister, seems to be shifting her stance on the country's 2030 climate goals after nearly a term in office.

Feb 26 • 07:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Oyetola reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to zero carbon emissions

Nigeria's Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has expressed the country's dedication to achieving net-zero shipping emissions by aligning with global climate strategies.

Feb 26 • 00:04 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letters to the Editor. Noted by DN's readers on February 25

A reader praises Sweden's climate and environment minister for her calm and constructive approach to climate goals.

Feb 25 • 17:13 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Confederation calls for the minister's resignation. "Clearly fighting for first place in the ranking of the worst"

The Confederation party in Poland has called for the resignation of Climate and Environment Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska, citing her poor performance and political ideology.

Feb 25 • 16:13 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Sweden's Climate Minister Wants to Scrap Climate Goals

Sweden's Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari proposes to eliminate the goal of reducing transport sector emissions by 70% by 2030.

Feb 24 • 19:49 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The Opposition Rages Over the Climate Goal: 'The Government Should Be Ashamed'

Sweden's climate minister has proposed abolishing the country's transport emissions goal, leading to outrage from the opposition party.

Feb 24 • 19:27 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Outrage Over Minister's Announcement to Abandon Climate Goals: 'Should Be Ashamed'

Romina Pourmokhtari's announcement to abandon a key climate goal has sparked significant backlash from political opponents in Sweden.

Feb 24 • 16:33 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The climate minister wants to scrap environmental goals - C and MP are furious

Sweden's Climate Minister proposes to abandon the country's transport targets aimed at reducing emissions, provoking outrage from opposition parties.

Feb 24 • 14:59 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Habeck's 65 Percent Rule for Heaters is Being Abolished

The German government has decided to abolish the 65 percent rule for heating systems set by former Minister Robert Habeck, relieving homeowners while still emphasizing climate protection.

Feb 24 • 12:51 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Hungary: Viktor Orbán is in great trouble

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is obstructing a crucial EU financial aid package for Ukraine, raising questions about his motivations amid a challenging domestic electoral climate.

Feb 24 • 11:33 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Netanyahu's Threats to Iran Amid Tensions with the US: 'We Are Preparing for Every Scenario'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted the complexities of the current geopolitical climate between the US and Iran, emphasizing preparedness for any scenario amid escalating tensions.

Feb 23 • 19:40 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why CM Abdullah wants to arrange 'artificial snow' in Gulmarg, the reason explained

Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister Omar Abdullah plans to introduce artificial snow in Gulmarg to promote it as a winter sports hub amid changing climate conditions.

Feb 23 • 15:43 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Trump is chaotic": A member of the ruling party criticizes him and requests from Prime Minister Takaichi

A senior member of Japan's ruling party criticized former President Trump for his environmental policies and urged Prime Minister Takaichi to emphasize climate change measures in the upcoming summit with the U.S.

Feb 20 • 02:45 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Conflict between Meloni and Macron over the murder of French far-right activist Kenten Derank

Tensions arise between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and French President Emmanuel Macron following the murder of far-right activist Kenten Derank.

Feb 19 • 18:50 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'They are about to leave, they know this': Akhilesh Yadav's attack on Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak

The political climate in Uttar Pradesh has intensified following an incident during the Magh Mela involving the pulling of a woman's braid, leading to accusations from Akhilesh Yadav directed at Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Feb 19 • 12:54 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

US Energy Minister: IEA Should Stop Focusing on Climate Change

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that the International Energy Agency (IEA) should cease its focus on climate issues during a ministerial meeting in Paris.

Feb 18 • 20:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Analysis: Rydman's Appointment as Minister of Social Affairs and Health was a Relief for Orpo

Wille Rydman's appointment as Finland's new Minister of Social Affairs and Health is seen as a relief for Prime Minister Petteri Orpo amid a contentious political climate.

Feb 18 • 19:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

He takes over for Pourmokthari

Sweden's Minister for Environment and Climate Romina Pourmokthari is going on maternity leave, with Johan Britz stepping in as acting minister for twelve weeks.

Feb 18 • 14:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Organizations sued the government over its long-term climate plan

The Finnish Association for Nature Conservation and Greenpeace Finland have taken Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's government's long-term climate plan to the Supreme Administrative Court, claiming it undermines the country's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2035.

Feb 18 • 09:25 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Holt Power Station and Skrokköldu Power Station in Energy Utilization Class

Two hydroelectric power plants in South Iceland, Holt and Skrokköldu, have been categorized for energy utilization following a proposal approved by the Minister of Environment, Energy, and Climate.

Feb 17 • 16:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Forests are the Cornerstone of Latvia's Bioeconomy

Latvian Agriculture Minister Armands Krauze emphasized the importance of forests in Latvia's bioeconomy during a meeting with OECD mission experts.

Feb 17 • 11:24 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

G. Kefalogiannis: The prescribed burning is a way to avoid nature violently removing what we can manage in a controlled manner

Greek Minister Giannis Kefalogiannis discussed key points of the 'Active Fight' bill during a parliamentary session, emphasizing collaboration with opposition parties.

Feb 16 • 17:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Motorists Change Their Minds, Find Ministerial Replacement for Turek

After the elections, there is a surprising development in the struggle for the position of Minister of the Environment, as MP Filip Turek announced that a new candidate will be presented soon by the smallest governing party.

Feb 15 • 19:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

He will do what he sees fit,

Filip Turek announces on Instagram the imminent introduction of a new candidate for the Minister of the Environment in Czechia, who will collaborate closely with him and be serious about addressing climate policy.

Feb 15 • 18:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The street you cannot step on

The article critiques the current political climate in Spain, particularly the intense opposition to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez by the political right.

Feb 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Environment Minister Calls Trump's Greenhouse Gas Decision 'Ideologically Motivated'

Germany's Environment Minister Carsten Schneider criticizes Trump's administration for its decision to overturn key regulations on greenhouse gases, labeling it as ideologically driven.

Feb 13 • 09:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Evidence Against Toffoli Leads to Cold War Climate Between Minister and Federal Police

A conflict has arisen between Supreme Court Minister Dias Toffoli and the Federal Police amidst investigations into bank fraud, escalating tensions in Brazil's political landscape.

Feb 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Mitsotakis from the Summit: "We need greater integration in the energy market"

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis emphasized the need for increased energy market integration during an informal summit of European leaders in Belgium.

Feb 12 • 08:55 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Hatzidakis after Mitsotakis' meeting with Erdogan: Goal is stability without concessions

Greece's Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis emphasized the importance of a stable climate in Greek-Turkish relations, highlighting an ongoing commitment to strengthening Greece's international standing and defense capabilities.

Feb 12 • 08:46 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Portugal's Interior Minister Resigns Amid Criticism of Government's Slow Response to Winter Storms

Portugal's Interior Minister Maria Luzia Amaral has resigned in response to increasing criticism regarding the government's slow reaction to winter storms that have claimed at least seven lives.

Feb 12 • 05:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Living Corpse' Statement Sparks Controversy, JDU Hits Back - 9th Fail Thieves Have Defamed Bihar

Bihar's political climate has erupted into a fierce altercation between the ruling coalition and the RJD following derogatory remarks made about Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.

Feb 11 • 10:33 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Taraba does not have the best start to the year

Environment Minister Tomáš Taraba is struggling with multiple crises and criticism over his communication methods at the start of the year, while also pushing a controversial energy project.

Feb 11 • 09:54 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Melnis: Energy independence is a national security issue

Latvia's climate and energy minister emphasizes that energy independence is crucial for national security, drawing lessons from history and the current situation in Ukraine.

Feb 11 • 08:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Mia Amor Mottley on course for third term, as Barbados heads to the polls

Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley is expected to win a third term in office as elections approach, with polling indicating strong support for her and her party.

Feb 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Portugal: The Minister of Interior Resigned After the Lethal Storms

Portugal's Interior Minister Maria Lucía Amaral resigned amid criticism over the government's handling of severe weather events that have resulted in at least 14 deaths.

Feb 11 • 04:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Climate Minister Accepting ‘Yoon Suk-yeol Nuclear Power Plan’ Says Government Won't Change Direction Just Because of Change in Administration

Korean Climate Minister Kim Sung-hwan stated that the government will evaluate the inclusion of new nuclear power construction in the upcoming 12th electricity supply basic plan, despite acknowledging the inadequacies in the public discussion for the previous plan.

Feb 10 • 02:48 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Pedro Sanchez: Spain must adapt to the 'new climate reality'

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez emphasizes the need for a coordinated response to climate change, which has severely impacted Spain with increasing heatwaves and floods.

Feb 9 • 17:25 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi Takes Japan to the Polls to Secure Her Leadership

Japan is heading to the polls under Prime Minister Takaichi, who aims for a supermajority to push for constitutional reforms amid a volatile political climate.

Feb 7 • 16:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Iran announces it will continue negotiations with the US, but Washington insists on sanctions

Iran's Foreign Minister stated that the dialogue aimed at reducing military tension had a 'positive climate' while the Trump administration reiterated its sanctions against the oil sector.

Feb 6 • 21:57 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Sánchez: "If they want a show, they should invite 'Tito' Quiles or whatever his name is, with Feijóo they're already covered"

During a campaign closing event in Aragon, Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez criticized Feijóo for not demanding the resignation of the mayor of Móstoles, while also addressing issues such as technocrats, climate change, and Palestine.

Feb 6 • 19:13 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Jóhann Páll celebrates that his comments are being recalled

Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson, Iceland's Minister of Environment, Energy, and Climate, expresses trust in Minister of Industry Hanna Katrín Friðriksson to thoroughly review feedback on the fisheries bill, ensuring it won't be presented to Parliament without government satisfaction.

Feb 6 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The role of municipalities in the new bill 'Active Battle' of Civil Protection for flood phenomena

Greece's Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Minister, Giannis Kefalogiannis, addressed the responsibilities of municipalities and civil protection during severe weather events and introduced changes brought by the new 'Active Battle' bill concerning flood management.

Feb 6 • 13:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Kefalogiannis on the bill 'Active Battle': Preparation of flood risk plans will be mandatory

Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Giannis Kefalogiannis announced that the upcoming 'Active Battle' bill will make the preparation of flood risk plans mandatory to reduce the potential for major disasters.

Feb 6 • 12:43 UTC

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