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.
MPF requests the Justice to suspend the culling of invasive buffaloes in reserves in the Amazon
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) has filed a request with the courts to halt the culling of invasive buffaloes in environmental reserves in Rondônia, Brazil.
MPF appeals to TRF1 to keep action on oil exploration in the Amazon estuary in Pará
The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has appealed to the Regional Federal Court to continue judicial proceedings regarding oil exploration in the Amazon estuary in Pará and to annul the environmental license granted to Petrobras.
MP requests Gaeco to investigate allegations of supposed criminal organization in Saae of Sorocaba
The Public Ministry of Brazil has requested an investigation by Gaeco into alleged criminal activities within the Water and Sewage Autonomous Service (Saae) of Sorocaba.
MPF warns of mercury contamination risk from illegal mining in communities in the interior of AM
The Federal Public Ministry of Brazil has raised concerns about potential mercury contamination affecting indigenous and riverside communities due to illegal mining activities in the Rio Tonantins region.
Colíder Hydroelectric Power Plant (MT) completes reservoir refill 6 months after MP points out flaws
The Colíder Hydroelectric Power Plant has completed the refilling of its reservoir, six months after structural flaws were identified by the Public Ministry of the state, leading to environmental damage.
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.
Why did Böhnisch leave the head of KRNAP? The Ministry of the Environment remains silent about the director's end, but Babiš is speaking up
The reasons behind Robin Böhnisch's removal as head of the Krkonošsko-jesenický National Park remain unclear, as the Ministry of the Environment stays silent on the matter.
Tomašević vs. Green Action: Association files a lawsuit against the CGO Resnik
The Green Action organization, associated with the political party Možemo, has filed a lawsuit against the Croatian Ministry of Environment for approving an environmental assessment of the planned waste management center in Resnik.
Cerdán protected in 2018 as a ministerial contact the high-ranking official of Ribera now detained for receiving 5 million in bribes
Santos Cerdán allegedly protected Eugenio Domínguez, a high-ranking official in Spain's Ministry of Ecological Transition, who has now been arrested for accepting bribes amounting to five million euros in exchange for environmental permits.
MME tries to bypass Ibama and expand power over operations at Belo Monte, which affects the Xingu River
The Brazilian Ministry of Mines and Energy is attempting to increase its control over the Belo Monte hydroelectric plant operations, potentially undermining environmental regulations.
Ministry of Environment files complaint over environmental waste management in Guayaquil
Ecuador's Ministry of Environment has filed a complaint to the Prosecutor's Office following assessments that revealed high concentrations of lead in industrial sludge transferred to a local landfill.
After video of capuchin monkeys at the Ponte do Futuro construction site in Paraíba, MPF investigates environmental impacts
The Brazilian Federal Public Ministry has started an investigation into the potential environmental impacts of the Ponte do Futuro construction in Paraíba after a video showed capuchin monkeys in the area.
Point N: When will the excavators roll into the Krkonoš?
The article discusses the environmental risks posed by the Motorists' coalition in Czechia, particularly under the influence of Filip Turka as he takes charge of the Ministry of the Environment.
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.
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.
MP recommends that the city not authorize the construction of a condominium that foresees the cutting of almost 900 trees in Barra da Tijuca
The Rio de Janeiro Public Ministry recommended that the city refrain from granting environmental licenses for a condominium project that threatens to cut down nearly 900 trees in an ecologically significant area.
Guide to Understanding the Environmental Corruption Case That Threatens to Paralyze the Largest Wind Farm in Spain
An ongoing investigation into alleged environmental corruption could halt the construction of Spain's largest wind farm, involving the arrest of key figures from the project and the Ministry of Ecological Transition.
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.
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.
The former senior official of Ecological Transition created a "black box" in the ministry to favor Forestalia's projects
A former high-ranking official in Spain's Ministry for Ecological Transition allegedly established a 'black box' to facilitate environmental approvals for projects by the company Forestalia, with reports of corruption arising from the investigation.
The Prosecutor's Office sues Ecological Transition to demand that 250 farmers repair the damage caused to Doñana by water theft
The National Prosecutor's Office in Spain is suing the Ministry of Ecological Transition for failing to demand that 250 farmers repair environmental damage caused by illegal water extraction from the Doñana National Park.
Carbon fraud suspicions regarding Banco Master are serious and should not contaminate the market, says secretary
Cristina Reis, the Secretary of the Carbon Market at the Ministry of Finance in Brazil, expressed concerns over potential fraud linked to environmental assets from companies connected to Banco Master, emphasizing the need for regulation to protect the integrity of the sector.
200-megawatt photovoltaic plant in Santa Elena gets the green light for construction
The environmental impact study and management plan for a 200 MW photovoltaic plant in Santa Elena, Ecuador, has been approved by the Ministry of Environment and Energy.
MT Court overturns ruling that suspended works on Morro de Santo Antônio after MP points out flaws
The Mato Grosso Court overturned a previous ruling that halted tourism expansion works at Morro de Santo Antônio, emphasizing the lack of evidence for legal flaws.
"Nothing ran for Macinka." The Ministry of Environment under the influence of drivers
The Czech Ministry of Environment appears to be heavily influenced by the interests of motorists, as suggested by recent developments in environmental policies.
MPF recommends suspension of environmental license and annulment of hearing about landfill in Acará, PA
The Federal Public Ministry recommends annulment of a public hearing on a waste treatment facility in Acará, Brazil, due to irregularities and disruptions during the event.
VARAM does not approve the draft law on 'Gors'
Latvia's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development has not approved the draft law governing the management of the Latgale Embassy 'Gors', suggesting amendments for flexibility in founding additional members.
VARAM does not agree with the draft law on 'Gora'
The Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development of Latvia raises concerns about ambiguous wording in a draft law regarding the 'Gors' foundation.
The court ruled that the exception for bear hunting was illegal. The ministry allowed nearly three hundred to be shot last year.
A Slovak court has deemed illegal a government exception permitting the hunting of bears, following an initial lawsuit by environmental organizations.
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.
Government Will Condition Railway Financing on Environmental Commitments
The Brazilian Ministry of Transport has announced it will require federal railway concessionaires to meet sustainability commitments to qualify for government-backed financing.
Erosion and environmental damage: Justice suspends works at Morro de Santo Antônio (MT) after MP points out problems
Brazilian Justice has ordered the immediate halt of expansion works at Morro de Santo Antônio due to significant erosion and environmental damage reported by the Public Ministry.
The environmental organization’s complaint against the wolf quota hunting did not succeed
The Finnish Supreme Administrative Court rejected a complaint by the Tapiola Nature Conservation Association regarding wolf hunting regulations set by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
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.
Reporters Mäkká and Grečko: Taraba refuses discussion not only with journalists but also with citizens
Reporters from Slovakia discuss Taraba's refusal to engage in dialogue with journalists and the public, highlighting issues faced by the environmental ministry and the journalists' ability to verify information.
Sustainability as an investment: The impact of the Zero Waste HORECA Awards 2026
The Zero Waste HORECA initiative, funded by The Coca-Cola Foundation and supported by the Ministry of Environment and Energy, recognizes 425 businesses in Greece for their efforts to reduce their environmental impact.
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.
"Macinka's List." There are plans to dismiss people who are unwelcome to sponsors and allies of Motorists
The article discusses the controversial plans by Petr Macinka, head of the Czech Ministry of Environment, to potentially dismiss officials from key environmental institutions, indicating a shift towards favoring business interests over nature conservation.
Court suspends the construction of a landfill in Iranduba in the interior of Amazonas
The Amazonas Court has halted the construction of a landfill in Iranduba due to irregularities found in the environmental licensing process.
MPF points out omissions and recommends suspension of oil licensing in the Foz do Amazonas
The Federal Public Ministry recommended suspending environmental licensing phases for oil exploration by Petrobras in the Foz do Amazonas.
MPF recommends that Petrobras and Ibama suspend licensing and analyze impacts of oil exploration in the Amazon Delta
The Federal Public Ministry (MPF) in Brazil has recommended that Petrobras and the environmental agency Ibama suspend oil exploration licensing at the Amazon Delta and conduct a thorough environmental impact assessment.
Paraíba’s Public Ministry recommends banning nighttime visits and increasing oversight on Areia Vermelha island
The Public Ministry of Paraíba has recommended the prohibition of nighttime visits to Areia Vermelha island to assess potential environmental impacts.
VK: Electric buses purchased ineffectively; VARAM points out specific requirements
The Latvian Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (VARAM) responds to criticism regarding the ineffective decentralization of electric bus purchases by emphasizing the need to consider specific local requirements in procurement.
What is known about the two missing jaguars in Misiones
The whereabouts of two missing juvenile jaguars in Misiones remains uncertain after an operation by the Ministry of Ecology; environmental justice is examining alleged irregularities in their relocation to the Esmeralda reserve.
Ministry pauses pesticide measurements: "As far as I know, this is the first time in the history of groundwater monitoring"
Denmark's Ministry did not allocate funds for pesticide monitoring in groundwater this year, marking a significant pause in environmental oversight.
Two ministries will have to develop a bill to ensure state participation in the concert hall 'Gors'
The Latvian Culture Ministry and the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development have been tasked by the Cabinet to draft a bill regarding state ownership in the 'Gors' concert hall in Rēzekne.
Social Democrats Invite Kastytis Žuromskas to Explain Dismissals and Distribution of Responsibilities
The Social Democratic faction in Lithuania is meeting to discuss the dismissal of environmental protection system employees and the responsibilities of leadership within the ministry.
Pet cemetery resumes activities after environmental regularization in Rio Branco
The Jardim dos Animais pet cemetery in Rio Branco has resumed operations after completing environmental regularization required by regulatory bodies.
Ecuador grants environmental license to the La Plata mining project for its exploitation
The La Plata mining project in the Cotopaxi province has received environmental approval for its exploitation and mineral processing phases from Ecuador's Ministry of Energy and the Environment.