Thames Water lenders float new £10bn rescue plan
Lenders of Thames Water propose a £10 billion rescue package to prevent the company from collapse and mitigate financial penalties related to environmental issues.
Operation fights deforestation and imposes over R$ 28 million in fines in Amazonas
The first phase of Operation Tamoiotatá 6 has concluded, resulting in over R$ 28.2 million in fines for environmental violations in Amazonas, Brazil.
Environmental Police find wood without license and fines owner of carpentry R$ 1,900 in Presidente Prudente
The owner of a carpentry in Presidente Prudente was fined R$ 1,900 for irregularities concerning forest products.
Penalty for Portugal. Millions of euros for neglecting environmental protection
The European Court of Justice imposed significant fines on Portugal for failing to comply with EU regulations on habitat protection.
After 15min investigations into illegal landfills – million-euro fines, trials, changed laws, and losing environment protectors' jobs
This investigation reveals the existence of a shadow waste disposal system in Lithuania that operates alongside official infrastructure, involving illegal waste carriers and intermediaries.
After 15min investigations into illegal landfills - millions in fines, courts, amended laws, and lost jobs for environmentalists
Investigations reveal a shadowy waste disposal system in Lithuania involving illegal operators who dump waste in nature, leading to significant penalties and reforms.
Environmental Inspection Embargoes 115 Hectares and Fines Irregularities in Southern Amazonas
The Environmental Protection Institute of Amazonas (Ipaam) has fined R$ 585,500 and embargoed 115 hectares of land near Humaitá due to illegal deforestation and agricultural activities.
Police rescues 40 wild birds kept illegally in captivity and fines man R$ 50,000 in Agudos
Environmental police rescued 40 wild birds being held illegally in captivity in Agudos, Brazil, and fined the responsible individual R$ 50,000 following an anonymous tip-off.
Understanding the intention to impose fines for incorrect sorting from the residents of Ostrobothnia – "Nothing will come of it, as everything is in disarray"
Finnish waste management company Ekorosk faces criticism over plans to issue fines for incorrect waste sorting, highlighting tension between waste collection companies and the company's policy.
ANP fines Petrobras for failures in Foz do Amazonas rig; fine could reach R$ 2 million
The ANP has fined Petrobras for operational failures at the ODN-2 rig in the Foz do Amazonas region, with potential fines reaching R$ 2 million.
A waste company in Ostrobothnia will start fining those who sort incorrectly
Ekorosk, a waste management company in Ostrobothnia, is implementing a warning system for households that improperly sort their bio-waste, and it will begin charging fines for repeat offenders next year.
How to make the pay period last without fines: Hoy No Circula for Saturday, February 28 for CDMX and Edomex
The article discusses the Hoy No Circula vehicle restriction in Mexico City and neighboring municipalities for February 28, aimed at reducing air pollution and improving environmental quality.
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.
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.
State fines Sanepar R$ 280,000 after sewage overflow causes environmental damage in stream with waterfall
The state fined the Companhia de Saneamento do Paraná R$ 280,000 for environmental damage caused by sewage overflow at the Cachoeira do Ventão in Umuarama, Paraná.
Domestic Companies Violated ESG Regulations, Receiving 2.5 Trillion Won in Fines Abroad Over the Past 10 Years
South Korean companies have collectively been fined over 2.5 trillion won for violating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) regulations abroad over the past decade, with Kolon Industries and Hyundai among the major offenders.
Environmental Police hears song of wild birds and fines man R$ 1,500 in the interior of SP
A man was fined R$ 1,500 by the Environmental Police for keeping wild birds in captivity in Presidente Prudente, SP.
Convicted for Breaking Aboard Whaling Ships
Anahita Babaei and Elissa May Philipps were convicted for illegally boarding whaling ships in Iceland as part of a protest and ordered to pay fines.
Vale amid confetti, fines, and dams
With optimism surrounding its financial results, Vale faces scrutiny and legal challenges related to environmental risks.
Satellite monitoring generates nearly R$ 5 million in fines for environmental crimes in western São Paulo
Satellite technology has proven effective in combating illegal deforestation in western São Paulo, resulting in nearly R$ 5 million in fines in 2025.
Duo receives over R$ 3,000 in fines after being caught with 29 kg of fish during Piracema
Two men were caught with 29 kilograms of illegally caught fish during the breeding season, resulting in significant fines imposed by the Environmental Police in Brazil.
Not following simple bin rule could land you £400 fine
Local councils in the UK are enforcing stricter regulations on wheelie bin usage, with fines of up to £400 for those who leave bins out too long or block pathways.
Court gives 30 days for Belo Horizonte City Hall to take measures after the rupture of the Lagoa do Nado dam
A Brazilian court has ordered the Belo Horizonte City Hall to adopt emergency measures concerning the Lagoa do Nado dam, which ruptured in 2024, within 30 days to avoid daily fines for non-compliance.
Ibama fines Petrobras 2.5 million reais for fluid spill in the Amazon Mouth
Brazil's environmental agency Ibama has fined Petrobras 2.5 million reais for a fluid spill that occurred in the Amazon Mouth region.
Law allows discounts and payment in up to 120 installments for environmental fines in Rondônia
The governor of Rondônia has enacted a law offering significant discounts on environmental fines and the option to pay in installments, aimed at both individuals and companies.
More than 100 tons of fish seized without environmental license in the interior of Amazonas
The Amazonas Environmental Protection Institute (Ipaam) seized approximately 100 tons of fish without an environmental license at a fish processing plant in Manacapuru, and imposed fines totaling over R$ 2 million after identifying irregularities during an inspection.
Ibama restricts fine conversion program after TCU charges
Ibama has reinstated a limited program that allows environmental fines to be converted into services following a suspension due to TCU's concerns over public finance regulations.