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🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Third of the Holy Trinity with Turk and the New Minister. The Motorist Discovered by Macinka

The new Minister of the Environment Igor Červený introduces a lesser-known influential figure at the ministry who is considered part of a powerful trio.

Feb 28 • 09:51 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sutt: Estonia supports reforming the CO2 trading system

Estonia's Minister of Energy and Environment, Andres Sutt, stated that Estonia has supported reforms to the EU carbon trading system prior to a recent declaration by ten EU member states advocating for changes.

Feb 27 • 13:41 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Červený sits in a 'hole' after the secretary chief, Turek kept the minister's office

Newly appointed Environment Minister Igor Červený is working from a smaller office rather than the official ministerial office, which remains in use by government envoy Filip Turek for the Green Deal.

Feb 26 • 16:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ban on importing second-hand petrol and diesel cars scrapped

The Environment Minister in Jersey has cancelled a proposed ban on importing second-hand petrol and diesel cars, citing a lack of public support and affordability concerns.

Feb 26 • 13:37 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
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

HS: Tanja Karpela has become a grandmother - this is what she looks like now

Former Finnish Minister of Culture Tanja Karpela, who has stepped away from politics, has embraced her role as a grandmother while living a quieter life focused on dog training and environmental projects.

Feb 26 • 12:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Červený negotiated with the heads of national parks. He promised not to leave them in trouble

Czech Minister Červený held talks with national park leaders, assuring his support amid challenges.

Feb 26 • 11:26 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
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Bomb threat against Albanese underscores complicated security environment

The recent bomb threat against Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlights the increasingly complex and concerning security situation surrounding high-profile politicians.

Feb 25 • 18:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Papastavrou: "Energy is a force of security, development, and international influence"

Greek Environment and Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou discussed bilateral energy cooperation with US officials Doug Burgum and Chris Wright, focusing on recent energy agreements and their strategic implications.

Feb 25 • 17:54 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
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Sutt promised to submit a million-euro wind farm support to the government

Estonian Energy and Environment Minister Andres Sutt announced plans to present a proposal to the government in March for granting at least one million euros in support for local governments engaged in wind farm planning.

Feb 25 • 16:11 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

School, Valditara allocates 30 million for educational projects in defense of the environment

The Italian Minister of Education, Giuseppe Valditara, has allocated 30 million euros for educational projects aimed at promoting environmental care and respect among students.

Feb 25 • 09:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stavros Papastavrou from Washington on the Vertical Corridor: Strategic cooperation that enhances energy security – Greece has laid the foundations

Greek Minister of Environment and Energy Stavros Papastavrou emphasized Greece's role in establishing the Vertical Corridor during a summit in Washington, highlighting its importance for European energy security.

Feb 24 • 15:16 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Papastavrou: 'The Vertical Corridor expands Europe's options'

Greek Minister of Environment and Energy Stavros Papastavrou emphasized the strategic importance of the Vertical Corridor for Europe's energy security during a summit in Washington.

Feb 24 • 14:56 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Papastavrou in the U.S.: The Vertical Corridor 'artery of peace and prosperity'

Greek Minister of Environment and Energy Stavros Papastavrou highlighted Greece's role as an emerging energy hub in Southeastern Europe during an event in Washington, focusing on the strategic importance of this corridor for Europe's energy security.

Feb 24 • 07:22 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Czech Republic: Motorists Lose Power Struggle with President Pavel

President Petr Pavel appoints Igor Červený as Environment Minister, marking a defeat for the Motorist party led by Filip Turek.

Feb 23 • 16:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Czech Republic: Motorists' Party Drivers for the Environment

In the Czech Republic, the motorists' party has appointed Igor Cerveny as the new Minister for the Environment amid controversies surrounding his predecessor's past social media posts.

Feb 23 • 16:18 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

"Living has become practically impossible": The Vilnius region is calling for help from the Prime Minister

Residents of the Vilnius region are demanding action from the Prime Minister regarding pollution from a local factory that has disregarded environmental regulations.

Feb 23 • 11:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"Let's Free Ourselves from Green Ideology." Who is Turk's Replacement at the Ministry of the Environment?

Igor Červený has been appointed as the new Minister of the Environment in Czechia, embracing a controversial stance against 'green ideology'.

Feb 23 • 10:53 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sutt: Estonia does not plan to compensate carbon quota costs for power plants

Estonia's Energy and Environment Minister Andres Sutt announced that the country will not compensate fossil fuel power plants for carbon quota expenses, diverging from Italy's approach.

Feb 23 • 09:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The President Appointed Červený Minister of the Environment Instead of Turk

Czech President appointed Červený as the new Minister of the Environment, succeeding Turk.

Feb 23 • 07:58 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Papastavrou in the USA: The Crucial Meeting for the Vertical Corridor

Greek Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, is visiting Washington to engage in high-level discussions aimed at strengthening Greece-US energy cooperation.

Feb 23 • 07:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stavros Papastavrou's Mission to the USA and the Critical Appointment for the Vertical Corridor

The Greek Minister of Environment and Energy, Stavros Papastavrou, is visiting Washington to participate in high-level meetings aimed at strengthening energy cooperation between Greece and the USA.

Feb 23 • 07:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CM Rekha Gupta explains the waste management plan

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta outlined a significant waste management initiative aimed at increasing processing capacity in the region.

Feb 23 • 02:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CM Rekha Gupta Explained the Reasons for Pollution in the Yamuna

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta highlighted that the pollution in the Yamuna River is due to a lack of sewage lines at several large farmhouses, leading to private vendors dumping sewage directly into the river.

Feb 23 • 02:09 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Tuned in with Turk and going to fight against 'green ideology'. Who is the new Minister of Motorists?

Igor Červený has been appointed the new Czech Minister of the Environment, marking the end of political maneuvering related to his predecessor's ambitions and signaling a shift in environmental policy.

Feb 22 • 18:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Havlíček: Four billion, possibly more, will go to subsidies in the New Green Savings this year

The Czech Deputy Prime Minister announced that this year, four billion crowns will be allocated for subsidies under the New Green Savings program, with the potential for more funding.

Feb 22 • 14:08 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Berlinale Closing: Carsten Schneider criticizes pro-Palestinian speech

During the Berlinale closing ceremony, Environment Minister Carsten Schneider left in protest of a pro-Palestinian speech by filmmaker Abdallah Alkhatib.

Feb 22 • 10:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The End of the First Crisis: Babiš Did Not Surprise, Motorists in a Pinch. And It's Not Just the Turk's Fault

The Czech government, led by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, is set to finalize its cabinet formation with Igor Červený taking over as Environment Minister after the withdrawal of Filip Turk, amidst continuing challenges for the Motorist party.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

St. Papastavrou: Meeting with American Senators - Kimberley Guilfoyle Also Present

Greek Minister of Environment and Energy, St. Papastavrou, met with a delegation of American senators to discuss Greek-American relations focusing on energy and investments.

Feb 20 • 14:44 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
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Indicted for administrative malfeasance, the leadership of Teresa Ribera accused of 'free reign' environmental policies for renewable energy companies

The leadership of Spain's ecological transition minister Teresa Ribera faces accusations of administrative malpractice related to unpermitted photovoltaic installations in protected natural areas.

Feb 20 • 00:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A New Dispute Brews in the Government – Multala Says: 'The Situation is Continuously Worsening'

Finnish Environment Minister Sari Multala and Agriculture Minister Sari Essayah are at odds over the protection of the Saimaa ringed seal, with Multala advocating for an extension of fishing restrictions.

Feb 19 • 18:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Ministers disagree on fishing ban protecting the Saimaa ringed seal – Essayah will not implement Multala's wish

The Finnish government is divided over a proposed extension of a fishing ban aimed at protecting the Saimaa ringed seal, with Environment Minister Multala advocating for its prolongation while Agriculture Minister Essayah opposes it.

Feb 19 • 18:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

VTEK collects information regarding possible meetings of the dismissed environment vice-minister with lobbyists

The VTEK has decided to gather additional information regarding the former environment vice-minister's conduct that may not comply with lobbying laws in Lithuania.

Feb 19 • 15:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sutt: Estonia 200 still does not believe that more wind farms can fit in Estonia

Estonian Minister of Energy and Environment Andres Sutt stated that the coalition partner Estonia 200 does not believe there is room for additional wind farms in Estonia, as the government moves towards auctions for state land for wind farm development instead of just inviting bidders.

Feb 19 • 15:04 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

In an environment rewarding speed, reverse search is a journalist's weapon against misinformation

The article discusses the importance of reverse image search as a tool for journalists to combat misinformation, especially in the context of a recent political narrative involving the Iranian Foreign Minister.

Feb 19 • 07:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

"It's a shame": Minister Manzano announces legal actions due to the evisceration of a dolphin in Crucita

Ecuador's Minister of Environment and Energy, Inés Manzano, condemned the mutilation of a dolphin during Carnival in Crucita and announced legal actions against the perpetrators.

Feb 18 • 21:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

I am not an eco-terrorist nor a superstitious person; Turk's words were an exaggeration, says the candidate for Minister of Motorists, Červený

Igor Červený, candidate for the governmental position of Minister of Motorists, addresses concerns over comments made by Filip Turk and outlines his priorities for the role.

Feb 18 • 15:01 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
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Motorists switched to Igor. But he may not get them far

Filip Turek's boast about the new environment minister, Igor Červený, raises concerns about his suitability for the role given his academic background and lack of political experience.

Feb 18 • 12:46 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Jörn Spolander: The Minister of the Environment Must Talk About More Than Flowers and Bees

Sweden's government has submitted its biodiversity action plan to the UN over a year late, prompting questions about the clarity and commitment of its promises.

Feb 18 • 09:41 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
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US mining company Alcoa hit with ‘unprecedented’ $55m penalty for illegal clearing of WA jarrah forests

Alcoa has been fined $55 million by Australia's environment minister for illegal land clearing in Western Australia’s jarrah forests.

Feb 18 • 07:43 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
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

At 22:00 "In the First Studio" with Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna guests on ETV's program discussing the challenges in Estonia's foreign policy due to a changing world order and security environment.

Feb 17 • 11:40 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario finance minister says rate of health-care spending is ‘unsustainable’

Ontario's finance minister has described the province's healthcare spending as 'unsustainable', highlighting budgetary concerns amid a slowing economic environment.

Feb 17 • 11:00 UTC

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