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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Clear Actions for a Clear River

The article discusses a local school project aimed at improving water quality in the Anyang-cheon river, where students actively participate in environmental conservation activities.

Mar 23 • 08:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

The drifting Russian tanker wreck in the Mediterranean could cause an environmental disaster

An abandoned Russian gas tanker in the Mediterranean poses a significant environmental risk due to potential fuel and gas leaks, according to Italian authorities.

Mar 23 • 06:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Official in Florida: DeSantis Signed Two Environmental Protection Laws That Come into Effect in July

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed two laws aimed at environmental protection, focusing on coastal resilience and water resource management.

Mar 23 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Energy recovery from waste is an environmental solution, not a setback

The article discusses the importance of waste-to-energy (WtE) technology in addressing the waste management crisis in Brazil, emphasizing its role as a complementary solution to recycling.

Mar 23 • 01:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

The Green Mayor Fought Against New Hotels - Now She Has Voted For Them

Line Barfod, the climate, technical, and environmental mayor of Copenhagen, reversed her stance and voted in favor of certain hotel developments after initially opposing them.

Mar 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Divinópolis Square is named after Júlio Maria Pinto, a resident dedicated to preserving the space and the community

A square in the São Sebastião neighborhood of Divinópolis has been named after Júlio Maria Pinto in recognition of his dedication to the community and environmental preservation.

Mar 22 • 23:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lula highlights the importance of the Pantanal at the opening of COP15 in MS

Brazilian President Lula da Silva emphasizes the significance of the Pantanal region during the opening of the COP15, focusing on biodiversity protection and environmental agreements.

Mar 22 • 23:22 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

In Kinshasa, the giant puppets leave their festival

The second edition of the International Performing Arts Festival "Série 7" in Kinshasa showcased various art forms, emphasizing environmental issues through performance art.

Mar 22 • 23:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Sinaloa holds a ride to promote environmental awareness, mobility, and social well-being

The 'Pueblos y Paisajes 2026: Riding for Water Care' event in Sinaloa brought together over 2,500 cyclists to promote environmental awareness and social well-being.

Mar 22 • 20:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Serrana, North and Lakes Regions Gain Reinforcement with New Motorcycles for Environmental Monitoring in Conservation Units

New motorcycles have been introduced to enhance environmental monitoring in the conservation units of the Serrana, North Fluminense, Lakes Region, and Metropolitan areas of Rio de Janeiro.

Mar 22 • 20:11 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Consulting as a driving force of energy transformation

Dorota Zawadzka-Stępniak emphasized the importance of knowledge in effective energy transformation at a debate on supporting local governments in green transformation.

Mar 22 • 19:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Anniversary of Xapuri: land of Chico Mendes, city celebrates 121 years this Sunday (22)

Xapuri, known for its environmental preservation efforts and as the birthplace of Chico Mendes, celebrates its 121st anniversary this Sunday.

Mar 22 • 16:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TV Rio Sul holds 'Change the World' event in Barra Mansa

TV Rio Sul hosted the 'Change the World' event in Barra Mansa, Brazil, distributing thousands of plants to promote sustainability and environmental education.

Mar 22 • 16:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City that was once considered the most polluted in the world receives new green seal from the UN

Cubatão, previously notorious for its pollution, has been awarded an environmental seal from the UN's Tree Cities of the World program after significant urban greening efforts.

Mar 22 • 16:09 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
World

WHO chief warns: Fears of nuclear accidents after reports of new attacks in Iran and Israel

Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of WHO, expresses concern over potential nuclear accidents following reported attacks in Iran and Israel, underscoring the escalating threats to public health and environmental safety.

Mar 22 • 15:07 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

6,300 Seahorses in Packed Boxes: Only 10% to 20% of Trafficked Wildlife Survives

Authorities discovered 6,300 dead seahorses in Ecuador, highlighting the severe impact of wildlife trafficking on marine species survival.

Mar 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Explosion in tanker truck leaves worker in serious condition and generates fine of R$ 80,000

An explosion during the cleaning of a tanker truck in Brazil left a worker gravely injured and led to environmental fines due to a spill of flammable substances.

Mar 22 • 14:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

SPD: Mourning for Carsten Träger

German politician Carsten Träger, a member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), has passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52, leaving a significant impact on environmental policy and social justice.

Mar 22 • 14:15 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos CP threatens to disband task force over persistent misconduct

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police has warned that the Environmental and Special Offences Enforcement Unit may be dissolved due to ongoing misconduct and human rights violations.

Mar 22 • 14:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Climate activists and greens will hold a protest against the municipality's plans to deepen the Neris River

Climate activists and environmentalists are protesting against municipal plans that they believe could harm the Neris River ecosystem.

Mar 22 • 13:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

The NGO Sea Watch flies over the drifting Russian ship in the Mediterranean and warns that it is "an environmental bomb"

The NGO Sea Watch has reported that a drifting Russian LNG carrier in the Mediterranean poses significant environmental risks, describing it as an 'environmental bomb'.

Mar 22 • 12:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: SPD Environmental Secretary Carsten Träger has died while on a ski vacation

Carsten Träger, the SPD Environmental Secretary and a member of the Bundestag, has passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52 while holidaying in Austria.

Mar 22 • 11:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Photos: Ice Hockey Tournament in Danger. There is No Ice, Change Happened Over the Years

The ice hockey tournament faces significant uncertainty due to the lack of ice availability, highlighting environmental changes over recent years.

Mar 22 • 11:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

World Water Day: Report points out that lack of environmental policies hinders river recovery in Piauí

A report by the SOS Mata Atlântica Foundation highlights the stagnation of river water quality in Piauí, Brazil, due to insufficient environmental policies.

Mar 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Did you see? Public transport stoppage, 1st case of Mpox, bones found, Ufac elections and more

This article highlights key news stories in Brazil from March 14 to 21, 2026, including a public transport stoppage, the first case of Mpox, and the ongoing health concerns of environmental activist Raimundo Mendes de Barros.

Mar 22 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

“Russia is afraid of the truth.” A conversation with a Ukrainian ecologist who the aggressor state has issued an international search warrant for

This article features an interview with Vladislavs Balinskis, a Ukrainian ecologist, who has been placed on an international wanted list by Russia for his environmental research and documentation of ecocide.

Mar 22 • 09:11 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Jüri Seilenthal: the triple crisis of the planet

Jüri Seilenthal discusses the OECD's environmental outlook report that highlights a triple planetary crisis: climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.

Mar 22 • 08:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen's Social Democrats Remain Denmark's Most Popular Party - Clean Water and Wealth Tax for the Rich as Election Themes

Mette Frederiksen's Social Democrats continue to be the leading political party in Denmark ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections, focusing on wealth tax for the affluent and environmental issues.

Mar 22 • 07:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

This harmful nuisance lurks in your laundry – Take these tips into use immediately

The article discusses the environmental impact of microplastics released from synthetic textiles during washing and offers practical tips for consumers to reduce these effects.

Mar 22 • 07:55 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

Damaged Russian Tanker to Be Towed to Libya, State-Owned Company Says

A damaged Russian gas tanker abandoned in the Mediterranean will be towed to Libya, as announced by Libya's National Oil Corporation.

Mar 22 • 06:14 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Trafficking with wildlife is going against the planet

A police operation in Ecuador led to the seizure of 6,300 dried seahorses, highlighting the illegal wildlife trade and its implications for vulnerable species.

Mar 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A Moral Beacon among Financial Sharks: the Committee that Tells the Norwegian Fund Where Not to Invest (and has Caused Diplomatic Conflicts)

An independent committee advises the Norwegian sovereign fund on ethical investment by excluding companies that violate human rights, governance, or environmental standards, which has led to diplomatic tension.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The state is cutting down trees and not planting new ones in their place

Residents of Jerusalem are grappling with the loss of many old trees due to construction works, raising concerns among environmental activists about the city's green spaces.

Mar 22 • 04:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lewis Capaldi sings about love after a visit from chief Raoni at Lollapalooza

Lewis Capaldi's performance at Lollapalooza was notably preceded by a speech from indigenous leader Raoni Metuktire, raising awareness about environmental preservation.

Mar 22 • 00:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chief Raoni talks about the importance of the Amazon before Lewis Capaldi's show at Lolla

Indigenous leader Chief Raoni Metuktire emphasized the critical importance of the Amazon rainforest and environmental awareness during a special appearance at Lollapalooza 2026.

Mar 21 • 22:35 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How is the approved accessible housing project despite environmental controversies

An accessible housing project has been approved in Argentina despite environmental concerns related to contamination near the construction site.

Mar 21 • 22:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Drone images show the moment a tanker truck explodes and hits electrical wiring in Sorocaba

Drone footage captures the dramatic explosion of a tanker truck that damaged electrical wiring in Sorocaba, Brazil, causing a significant fuel leak and subsequent fire.

Mar 21 • 22:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Praia Grande acquires virtual reality glasses for municipal education network

The municipal government of Praia Grande, Brazil, has purchased 12 units of virtual reality glasses for environmental education activities in local schools.

Mar 21 • 22:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Environmental Circuit in Itaipava Brings Together Education, Exhibitions, and Interaction with Animals

An environmental education circuit in Itaipava has engaged locals and visitors through activities centered on nature conservation.

Mar 21 • 21:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Evros: 9 black vultures dead in Dadia - 'The biggest crime of poisoned baits in recent years'

Nine black vultures have died in Dadia forest, Evros, due to suspected poisoning, marking a significant environmental crime.

Mar 21 • 19:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

“Hands off Czech Television.” A quarter of a million people protested against the government in Letná

A large protest in Letná, attended by a quarter of a million people, criticized Czech Prime Minister Babiš and his coalition partners over issues related to governance and environmental protections.

Mar 21 • 18:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

World Water Day: Cuiabá museum will have free programming with workshops and discussion circles

To celebrate World Water Day, the Museum of Natural History in Cuiabá will host free events aimed at environmental awareness.

Mar 21 • 15:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Petrobras confirms resumption of drilling off the coast of Amapá after fluid leak; MPF calls for license suspension

Petrobras has confirmed the resumption of exploratory drilling in the equatorial margin off Amapá despite legal challenges from the Federal Public Ministry regarding environmental risks.

Mar 21 • 15:43 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Putting Ecology at the Center": In Paris, the Extinction Rebellion group Occupies a Footbridge on the Eve of the Second Round of Municipal Elections

Extinction Rebellion activists occupied the Simone de Beauvoir footbridge in Paris to highlight environmental issues ahead of the municipal elections.

Mar 21 • 14:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Naples pizza masters are furious with scientists

Pizza makers in Naples are outraged over a study indicating that wood-fired pizza ovens may significantly contribute to environmental pollution.

Mar 21 • 13:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Currently Relevant Exhibition about Pigs is Mindblowing

A new exhibition focusing on the use of pigs in various industries opens at a timely moment amid a national debate on pig production and its environmental impact.

Mar 21 • 12:03 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Famed national park drops 'environmental contaminant' ban ahead of America’s 250th birthday

Mount Rushmore prepares for a grand celebration of America’s 250th birthday with fireworks and patriotic events, having recently lifted a ban on environmental contaminants to facilitate these festivities.

Mar 21 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Texas: it became the sixth state to gain federal authority, but opened a debate about the state of water

Texas has gained federal authority for underground carbon storage projects, becoming the sixth state to do so, which has sparked a debate regarding water allocation and environmental impacts.

Mar 21 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

SV's Bergstø: – We will address the challenges we face ourselves

Bergstø emphasized the need for the Socialist Left Party (SV) to tackle its own challenges and re-engage with voters during its party meeting.

Mar 21 • 11:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Four beach segments are unfit for bathing this weekend in Paraíba; check which ones

Four beach areas in Paraíba have been deemed unfit for swimming this weekend, according to a recent water quality report.

Mar 21 • 11:02 UTC

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