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🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Will the holidays be postponed? There is a lot of unrest among teachers, and the Ministry of Education reacts

Teachers in Poland are concerned about extreme heat expected in the summer of 2026, which may severely impact the functioning of educational institutions.

Mar 20 • 15:28 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Ministry of Climate and Energy Comments on Possible Solutions for Reducing Fuel Prices

The Latvian Ministry of Climate and Energy has stated that removing the requirement for biofuel blends will not guarantee a reduction in fuel prices due to existing contractual obligations of fuel vendors.

Mar 20 • 09:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Will the heat force a change in the school calendar? We know the position of the Ministry of Education

The article discusses the challenges and considerations regarding extreme heat conditions affecting Polish schools and the potential for changes to the school calendar by the Ministry of Education.

Mar 19 • 03:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Pointa N: What the Minister Červený Sees in Turk and What's Wrong with the Delegate's English?

The article discusses the apparent influence of Igor Červený over the Czech Ministry of the Environment, particularly in relation to climate policy and the controversial figure Filip Turek.

Mar 18 • 18:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

EXPERTS: The Ministry of Climate wants to simplify legislation. Is reducing the burden now more important than our cultural heritage?

The Ministry of Climate in Estonia is proposing changes to environmental impact assessment laws to streamline processes and reduce bureaucracy, raising concerns about the prioritization of environmental efficiency over cultural heritage.

Mar 18 • 09:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"Practice has shown that it does not work." The Ministry canceled the printing of documents for Červený after a few days

The Czech Ministry of the Environment quickly scrapped a new policy requiring physical printing of documents after just a few days due to inefficacy and worker feedback.

Mar 17 • 12:55 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Interior: 50 million euros to municipalities and their associations for fire protection

The Ministry of Interior in Greece is allocating 50 million euros to municipalities for fire protection initiatives in 2026, marking an increase of 10 million euros from the previous year.

Mar 17 • 09:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Industrial Electricity Rates to be Revamped: Cheaper During Day, More Expensive at Night to Align with Solar Power Supply Capacity

South Korea's Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment has announced a reform of industrial electricity rates to lower prices during the day and increase them at night, encouraging energy consumption during solar generation hours.

Mar 13 • 10:20 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

No detection of green algae toxins in agricultural products around Nakdong River

Tests conducted by the Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment revealed no green algae toxins in agricultural products from the Nakdong River area, contradicting earlier findings by environmental groups.

Mar 12 • 02:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Climate to Increase Nuclear and Coal Power Generation in Response to High Oil Prices

The South Korean government announces plans to increase the operational rates of nuclear and coal power plants to counteract the long-term high oil prices caused by U.S.-Iran tensions, while also accelerating the transition to renewable energy.

Mar 11 • 04:44 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Survey: Poles Feel They Are Being Cheated. 'Rzeczpospolita' Asked About the Assessment of the Deposit System

A recent survey reveals widespread dissatisfaction among Poles regarding the functioning of the deposit system, which contrasts sharply with the government's stance.

Mar 11 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Railway sector believes Ministry is blocking funding due to agriculture

The railway sector in Brazil claims that the Ministry of Environment is hindering access to funding for projects aimed at reducing CO2 emissions, citing concerns over agricultural expansion.

Mar 10 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Meelis Oidsalu ⟩ Can a green mindset fit into a spotted organization?

The Estonian Ministry of Defense's climate strategy is among the most comprehensive in the region, but data reveals uncomfortable trends regarding waste generation and sorting.

Mar 10 • 06:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Reasons for Abandoning the Forestry Development Plan – The Decline in Logging Volume Cannot Be Hidden

The Estonian Climate Ministry's decision to abandon the forestry development plan is influenced by concerns over excessive logging, highlighted during a concert-action event advocating for forest conservation.

Mar 9 • 16:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Daejeon City Ignores Climate Department's Opinion and Proceeds with River Dredging... Discovered by Audit Agency

Daejeon City has continued with river dredging operations despite the Climate and Energy Environment Ministry's advice to the contrary, leading to an audit agency investigation and subsequent complaints by local environmental organizations.

Mar 9 • 08:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Seoul National University Designated as the 'Specialized Human Resource Development Environmental Health Center' by the Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment

Seoul National University has been officially designated as a specialized human resource development environmental health center by the Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment.

Mar 9 • 01:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Meeting on Monday at the Ministry of Climate Crisis Ahead of Firefighting Period

A coordination meeting will be held on March 9 at the Ministry of Climate Crisis to prepare for the upcoming firefighting period in the Attica region.

Mar 6 • 13:08 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The completion of climate-resilient economy roadmaps is delayed

The Estonian Ministry of Climate has announced that the completion of its climate-resilient economy roadmaps will be delayed by a month beyond the initial February deadline, with final consultations ongoing.

Mar 6 • 04:15 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Overview: What the two billion from emissions trading is spent on

Estonia has received two billion euros from the EU's emissions trading system, funding transportation, energy efficiency in buildings, and renewable energy projects.

Mar 6 • 02:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The area of coastal erosion including beaches, tidal flats, and bays has decreased by 21%

South Korea has reported a 21% decrease in the proportion of coastal erosion along its shores, according to a recent assessment by the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries.

Mar 6 • 02:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The extinction crisis has increased... 98 species including okapi and great-billed seed-eater newly listed

Korea's Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment announced the addition of 98 species, including the okapi and great-billed seed-eater, to the international endangered species list as a response to their dwindling populations.

Mar 5 • 02:26 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

IS THE STATE DOING ENOUGH? ⟩ Climate scientist Annela Anger-Kraavi to the government in light of the crisis in the Middle East: some empathy could be shown

The Estonian government has authorized the foreign ministry to take necessary actions to ensure the safe return of Estonian citizens from the Middle East amid ongoing regional crises.

Mar 3 • 16:25 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The ministry wants to start paying municipalities for wind turbine bonuses

The Estonian Climate Ministry plans to introduce financial incentives for municipalities allowing the construction of wind farms, a move criticized by opponents as legalized bribery.

Mar 3 • 15:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Triple Planetary Crisis Threatens Eastern Africa's Food Security, Ministry Warns

The Ministry of Planning and Development has warned that climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution are threatening food security in Eastern Africa.

Mar 3 • 05:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Climate Ministry: The Impact of US-Iran Airstrike on Domestic Electricity Rates is Limited

The South Korean government has stated that the recent US and Israeli airstrikes in Iran will have a limited short-term impact on domestic electricity prices due to a decrease in power demand caused by rising spring temperatures.

Mar 2 • 08:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Peruvian State Electric Companies Reinforce Prevention Measures Due to Coastal El Niño

The Peruvian Ministry of Energy and Mines has announced preventive measures aimed at state electric companies in response to the Coastal El Niño phenomenon affecting the country.

Feb 28 • 20:29 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Ruhnu's fuel supplies are expected to improve in the coming days

Preparations are underway to supply fuel to small islands in Estonia, with the icebreaker Eva-316 waiting for better weather to deliver gasoline to Ruhnu.

Feb 26 • 16:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Solar Power on School Rooftops...77% of Public Elementary and Secondary Schools to be Installed by 2030

The South Korean Ministry of Education aims to install solar power systems in 77% of public elementary, middle, and high schools by 2030 as part of the 'Sunshine School' project.

Feb 26 • 01:31 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Ministry of Climate supports the ban on single-use e-cigarettes in the European Union

The Estonian Ministry of Climate supports a proposal to ban single-use e-cigarettes across the European Union, backed by a public letter from various organizations and school leaders.

Feb 25 • 10:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

AKI raised awareness of the shortcomings of the construction register two years ago

The Data Protection Inspectorate has pointed out the shortcomings in the construction register to the Ministry of Climate, emphasizing the need for restricted access to certain information.

Feb 25 • 07:55 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Data Protection Inspectorate drew attention to the shortcomings of the building register two years ago

The Estonian Data Protection Inspectorate highlighted issues with the building register's data access two years ago, emphasizing the potential risk of sensitive information being public.

Feb 25 • 04:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Anger over plans to abolish New Zealand’s dedicated environment ministry

New Zealand's government plans to abolish its environment ministry, raising concerns about weakened environmental protections amid efforts to reduce bureaucracy.

Feb 25 • 01:41 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Concealment of data in the building register may be contrary to the law

The Estonian Ministry of Climate and Land and Spatial Development's decision to restrict public access to certain building register documents due to privacy concerns may be unlawful according to local authorities and legal experts.

Feb 23 • 08:25 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Ministry of Climate hopes that the forestry climate goal will be met

The Estonian Ministry of Climate expresses hope that the forestry sector can still meet its climate goals despite a recent forecast predicting higher greenhouse gas emissions than agreed upon.

Feb 23 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Ministry: Perhaps the forestry climate goal can be achieved after all

The Estonian Ministry of the Environment suggests that while greenhouse gas emissions from forestry may exceed expected limits, experts hope to reduce the projected shortfall within a few years.

Feb 23 • 02:47 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Consumers Pay Tens of Millions More in Network Fees Due to Eesti Energia

Consumers are facing significantly higher network fees due to exemptions granted to Eesti Energia, as acknowledged by the Climate Ministry.

Feb 22 • 19:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Selecting Companies to Become ‘Leading Circular Economy Models’ Minimizing Resource Consumption

The Korean Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment is recruiting companies that heavily generate waste to support the transition to a circular economy.

Feb 22 • 03:03 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Environment Ministry Faces Sh3.4bn Funding Gap

Kenya's Environment Ministry is grappling with a funding shortfall of Sh3.397 billion, jeopardizing key sustainability and climate resilience initiatives.

Feb 19 • 14:28 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Today in Parliament the bill for Civil Protection – What 'Active Fight' brings

Today, the Greek Parliament is discussing a bill on Civil Protection proposed by the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection.

Feb 19 • 04:52 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
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Guard Avoids Charges for Pushing Activist on New Year's Eve

A guard who pushed a climate activist in front of Amalienborg after King Frederik's New Year speech will not face assault charges, according to the Ministry of Defense's Audit Corps.

Feb 18 • 11:33 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Live broadcast: The Environment in Global Context

The article discusses a conference organized by the University of Iceland's Sustainability Institute and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, focusing on global environmental issues as presented in the new GEO-7 report by the UN Environment Program.

Feb 18 • 08:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Ministry is looking for ways to build affordable and high-quality rental housing

Estonia's Climate Ministry is collaborating with the European Investment Bank to find measures to construct affordable and quality rental housing outside major urban centers.

Feb 17 • 16:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Association says there are not enough scientific researchers in Tarcísio's management

The Association of Scientific Researchers (APqC) claims that the Ministry of Environment, Infrastructure and Logistics in São Paulo has significantly fewer researchers than needed, impacting environmental research and preparedness.

Feb 16 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Ministry of Climate has announced the bill for the support of wind farms to be presented to the public

The Estonian Ministry of Climate has revealed the costs associated with a new renewable energy procurement process focused on supporting wind farms.

Feb 16 • 16:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The small energy strategy will reach the government in March. The dispute between ministries continues

The ongoing development of Poland's National Energy and Climate Plan faces delays due to disagreements between the Ministry of Energy and the Ministry of Climate.

Feb 16 • 12:20 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

KEM submits a draft order for public discussion regarding the planned wind farm in Kuldīga municipality

The Ministry of Climate and Energy (KEM) has submitted a draft order for public discussion concerning the planned wind farm by SIA 'Eko ziemeļi' in Kuldīga municipality.

Feb 13 • 15:43 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Support scheme for large energy projects will not be ready in the coming months

The support scheme for large energy projects in Estonia will not be ready in the coming months due to delays from the Eesti 200 party, which demands a climate ministry plan first.

Feb 13 • 07:55 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Nature House Name Contest Cost Thousands of Euros

The Estonian Climate Ministry spent €4,340 on a name contest for a new Nature House, engaging experts from Miltton communications agency.

Feb 12 • 14:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Will the deposit system be expanded? The climate ministry announces changes

The Polish climate ministry is considering changes to the deposit system following its initial months of operation, addressing consumer concerns about malfunctioning machines and potential expansions to include single-use glass.

Feb 12 • 09:01 UTC

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