Deadline looms for farmers refusing transmission line work on properties
Victorian farmers opposing the VNI West transmission line project have 30 days to allow authorities access to their land for environmental surveys or face fines and the potential for forced entry.
States celebrate law that relaxes environmental licensing but fear judicialization
Authorities welcome the new environmental licensing law in Brazil but express concerns over potential judicial challenges.
More than 500 bags of illegal charcoal seized in operation in the interior of Amazonas
Environmental authorities in Brazil seized over 500 bags of illegal charcoal in Itacoatiara, enforcing significant fines and regulations.
First seal pup spotted in Ventspils
The first seal pup of the season has been spotted on the promenade near Ostas street in Ventspils, Latvia, prompting reminders from environmental authorities for people to avoid approaching the seals.
Warning for Residents Due to Fire in Vilnius: Where the Smoke is Drifting
A fire in Vilnius has prompted environmental authorities to issue warnings about air pollution risks in the area.
Terrible mess at lunch café in Heinola – authorities ordered the restaurant closed and four bags of food thrown away
Health authorities have closed the Café Bar Villis in Heinola due to severe hygiene violations and unsanitary conditions found during an inspection.
Algal bloom blamed on 'convergence' of events, but ecologist questions finding
South Australian authorities attribute a recent harmful algal bloom to a combination of factors, although some ecologists dispute the conclusions and call for more transparency.
The shepherd isolated for almost a month due to the storm in the Sierra de Jaén: 'I thought it was the end of the world, I had lost everything'
A shepherd in the Sierra de Jaén was isolated for nearly a month due to severe storms, leading to concerns from his family and local authorities before he was finally rescued.
Four sperm whales have stranded near Fanø
Four sperm whales have stranded near Fanø, prompting environmental authorities to advise citizens to stay away from the area for the safety of the animals and the rescue efforts.
Power Plant Released Six Million Cubic Meters of Water in Oulu – Authorities Take It Seriously, Investigating the Matter
A power plant in Oulu released six million cubic meters of water in one day due to accumulated snow, prompting concerns about environmental and public safety.
What is environmental contingency? These are the levels of contamination necessary to activate it
Authorities activated an environmental contingency in the Valley of Mexico for five consecutive days in February 2026 due to high pollution levels, affecting traffic and implementing restrictions to protect public health.
What time does the Hoy No Circula end due to environmental contingency in CdMx and Edomex TODAY February 17?
Authorities announced that the environmental contingency stage I remains in effect in Mexico City's metropolitan area as of February 17, affecting vehicle circulation restrictions under the Hoy No Circula program.
Which cars CANNOT circulate in Edomex TODAY February 17 due to environmental contingency? LIST
Mexican authorities have enacted restrictions on certain vehicles in response to elevated pollution levels, with a list of affected cars distributed to the public.
Strong smell of chemical product scares revelers at club by the Rio Pardo in Ribeirão Preto, SP
A strong chemical smell at a club near the Rio Pardo in Ribeirão Preto led to an investigation by authorities following complaints from Carnaval attendees.
The warning fine for the pizza company was lifted – the authority gave a clean bill to the company from Härmä
A food company in Härmä, Finland, has avoided a €10,000 warning fine after an inspection found that they had resolved maintenance issues previously noted by health authorities.
And the Double Hoy No Circula is not going, is not going: Which cars are not going out this Tuesday?
Due to ongoing poor air quality in Mexico City and the State of Mexico, authorities have implemented restrictions on vehicle circulation for Tuesday, February 17.
What time does the Hoy No Circula end due to environmental contingency in CdMx and Edomex TODAY, February 16? Authorities inform
The Phase I environmental contingency due to air pollution in Mexico City and the State of Mexico continues with restrictions aimed at protecting public health and reducing ozone levels.
Environmental Contingency 'Clings' to Mexico City and State of Mexico: 3 Days of Poor Air Quality; LIVE Report
The environmental contingency due to ozone levels continues in Mexico City and the State of Mexico for the third consecutive day, as authorities seek to reduce health risks for residents.
Fish are killed with slingshots in the interior of SP; practice is prohibited and causes fractures and hemorrhages
In Águas da Prata, Brazil, fish are being illegally killed with slingshots, causing severe injuries and prompting an investigation by environmental authorities.
Stranded whale driven to sea
A stranded sperm whale at Blåvandshuk has now been returned to the sea, according to environmental authorities.
When does the environmental contingency end in CdMx and Edomex? This is what the authorities say
Authorities addressed uncertainty regarding the end of the environmental contingency affecting the Mexico City Metropolitan Area due to elevated pollution levels.
The Supreme Court confirms that the Xunta and the Government are responsible for livestock contamination of the As Conchas reservoir and the Limia River
The Supreme Court of Spain has ruled that both the Xunta de Galicia and the central government are liable for livestock-related pollution affecting the As Conchas reservoir and the Limia River, highlighting the negligence of authorities in managing industrial farming's environmental impact.
GreenPeace urges not to grant permits to Royal Caribbean in Mahahual: Company did not study mangroves
GreenPeace Mexico has requested that Mexican environmental authorities deny federal permits for a Royal Caribbean mega-tourism project in Mahahual due to insufficient environmental impact assessments regarding local mangroves.
The protection of the flying squirrel has been left to forestry professionals – authorities mainly instruct logging via email
Authorities in Jyväskylä are under investigation for potentially allowing logging in a protected area for flying squirrels, highlighting the challenges in environmental law enforcement.
EU returns 11 confiscated parrots to Mexico and arrests alleged trafficker
US authorities returned 11 confiscated protected parrots to Mexico and arrested a suspect involved in their illegal trafficking across the Chihuahua border.
Mystery in Misiones: Justice investigates the disappearance of two jaguar cubs that had been released in a nature reserve
The Argentinian authorities are investigating the disappearance of two jaguar cubs during a relocation operation in a Misiones nature reserve.
Double Hoy No Circula on the way? Alerted for poor air quality in CDMX and Edomex this week
Environmental authorities are warning of poor air quality in Mexico City and the State of Mexico, possibly leading to a double Hoy No Circula contingency this week.
Russian media: Collision of cargo ships in the Gulf of Finland
Two cargo ships leaving St. Petersburg collided in the Gulf of Finland, but no injuries or environmental damage occurred according to Russian authorities.
Due to safety considerations, climbing on the Daugava ice in Riga is prohibited
Riga authorities have banned climbing on the Daugava ice starting February 7, following recommendations from environmental and emergency service representatives.
Inspection seizes 800 kg of illegal slaughtered meat on a farm in the interior of MG
Authorities seized about 800 kilograms of meat from illegal slaughter practices on a farm in the rural area of Campo Belo, MG, where signs of illegal equine slaughter were found.
Horror in Wellington as millions of litres of untreated sewage flow into the sea
A sewage leak in Wellington, New Zealand, has resulted in untreated sewage flowing into the sea, prompting authorities to declare it an environmental disaster and warn residents against entering local waters.
Royal Caribbean supports a public consultation in Mahahual if required by authorities
Royal Caribbean is in favor of a public consultation in Mahahual regarding their proposed mega tourism development, depending on requirements from federal environmental authorities.
Carnival 2026, the city seeks to preserve the Andean moors
The authorities of Cuenca are planning measures to preserve the Andean moors during Carnival 2026, which will feature a concert with Nicky Jam and Trébol Clan funded through ticket exchanges for environmental purposes.
Power Investigation Alerts: "Forest Industrial Complex" Controls Sweden
A report titled "Power Over the Forest" criticizes the decision-making processes regarding Sweden's forests, claiming that a "forest industrial complex" comprising politicians, authorities, and forest companies effectively marginalizes environmental movements and the public.
Swedish media: Authorities have hidden hundreds of environmental crimes – the largest being a two million liter oil spill
Authorities in Northern Sweden are suspected of covering up nearly 200 environmental crimes, including a major oil spill of two million liters discovered by the mining company LKAB.
Environmentalists remind how to behave in winter when noticing unusually behaving animals
Environmental authorities in Lithuania are advising on proper conduct when observing animals behaving unusually during winter due to feeding practices that disrupt their natural instincts.
Mafia-specialized prosecutor suggests: Finnish authorities could check waste shipments to Italy
A prosecutor specialized in mafia-related cases in Finland suggests that authorities should inspect waste shipments coming from Italy, particularly in light of past illegal dumping activities by Italian companies.