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🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Police evacuate the Ministry of the Environment

The Czech police have evacuated the Ministry of the Environment due to a technical issue preventing page loading.

Mar 3 • 15:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Environment: Emergency Meeting on Energy Developments

An emergency meeting on energy developments, particularly regarding Iran, is set to take place today in Greece's Ministry of Environment and Energy, involving key officials and energy companies.

Mar 3 • 12:40 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Planning to pressure the Ministry of Infrastructure on dredging issues

The article discusses plans to urge the Icelandic Ministry of Infrastructure to take action on dredging matters.

Mar 3 • 12:19 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

War in Iran: Emergency meeting at the Ministry of Environment and Energy

An emergency meeting is convened by Greece's Ministry of Environment and Energy to discuss the energy implications of the war in Iran.

Mar 3 • 11:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Ministry of the Interior and Safety Excludes Deoksoo Elementary School from Candidate Sites for the Construction of the Democracy Memorial Hall

The South Korean Ministry of the Interior has decided to exclude Deoksoo Elementary School from candidate sites for the Democracy Memorial Hall due to concerns over the educational environment of the students.

Mar 3 • 08:46 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Triple Planetary Crisis Threatens Eastern Africa's Food Security, Ministry Warns

The Ministry of Planning and Development has warned that climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution are threatening food security in Eastern Africa.

Mar 3 • 05:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"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.

Mar 3 • 04:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A gigantic park is being planned in Finland, where there is almost no access for walking - Here’s why

Finland's Ministry of the Environment announces an expansion of the Eastern Gulf of Finland National Park to include marine areas, aiming to protect its unique underwater nature.

Mar 2 • 10:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Eastern Gulf of Finland National Park May Expand to Marine Areas – Increasing by Over 60,000 Hectares

Finland's Ministry of Environment plans to expand the Eastern Gulf of Finland National Park into marine areas, increasing its size significantly to include surrounding waters.

Mar 2 • 10:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Mar 1 • 22:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

TMBK: Turk Slowly Adjusting to Unwelcome Reinforcement at the Ministry of the Environment, Igor Červený

The article discusses the integration of Igor Červený into the Czech Ministry of the Environment and the challenges that accompany his arrival.

Mar 1 • 16:50 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Fishing ban on trout and pike takes effect in Lithuania

Lithuania's Ministry of Environment has announced that fishing bans on trout and pike will be in effect until mid-May and the end of May respectively, along with other restrictions.

Mar 1 • 05:24 UTC
🇨🇿 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Hellenic Gold: Renewal for another 25 years at the Cassandra Mines

Hellenic Gold has secured a 25-year renewal of its mining concessions in the Cassandra Mines, approved by the Ministry of Environment and Energy.

Feb 28 • 07:12 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Ministry of the Environment wants to lay off employees from the hydrometeorological institute

The Czech Ministry of the Environment plans to reduce staff at the hydrometeorological institute, indicating potential budget constraints.

Feb 26 • 10:51 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Building a new Zarasai bypass: the municipality calls it a historic breakthrough

The Lithuanian Ministry of Transport has commissioned a new bypass for the town of Zarasai, aimed at improving road safety and reducing air pollution.

Feb 25 • 12:25 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Ministry of Climate supports the ban on single-use e-cigarettes in the European Union

The Estonian Ministry of Climate supports a proposal to ban single-use e-cigarettes across the European Union, backed by a public letter from various organizations and school leaders.

Feb 25 • 10:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Ministry to Prosecute Fishermen Using Illegal Nets

The Ghanaian Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture is set to prosecute fishermen utilizing unauthorized nets to catch juvenile fish species.

Feb 24 • 14:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Improvement in Air Quality in Yeongdong and Danyang: Ministry of Environment's 'Clear Air in Our Neighborhood' Project

The Ministry of Environment has launched a project aimed at improving air quality in several districts, including Yeongdong, which has faced numerous air pollution complaints.

Feb 24 • 02:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Entry charges to the city center failed at the ministry. Prague is now talking about a strict ban

Prague's plan to implement entry charges to its city center has been abandoned in favor of a stricter ban, following concerns raised by the Ministry of the Interior.

Feb 23 • 13:25 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

The Ministry of Climate hopes that the forestry climate goal will be met

The Estonian Ministry of Climate expresses hope that the forestry sector can still meet its climate goals despite a recent forecast predicting higher greenhouse gas emissions than agreed upon.

Feb 23 • 08:00 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
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Ministry: Perhaps the forestry climate goal can be achieved after all

The Estonian Ministry of the Environment suggests that while greenhouse gas emissions from forestry may exceed expected limits, experts hope to reduce the projected shortfall within a few years.

Feb 23 • 02:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Selecting Companies to Become ‘Leading Circular Economy Models’ Minimizing Resource Consumption

The Korean Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment is recruiting companies that heavily generate waste to support the transition to a circular economy.

Feb 22 • 03:03 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ministry of Environment: The mountainous region of Prespa declared an inaccessible mountain

The mountainous region of Prespa has been declared an inaccessible mountain by the Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy, emphasizing its unique ecological value and biodiversity.

Feb 20 • 08:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Report identifies pesticides in drinking water in over 150 cities in SC; see which were found

A report from the Public Ministry of Santa Catarina revealed the presence of pesticides in drinking water across 155 municipalities.

Feb 20 • 08:03 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Strategy Target for Biodiversity: Only 20% on Track, Interim Evaluation by the Ministry of Environment

Japan's Ministry of Environment reported that only 20% of biodiversity strategy targets are on track, highlighting significant challenges in recovery efforts.

Feb 20 • 07:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Environment Ministry Faces Sh3.4bn Funding Gap

Kenya's Environment Ministry is grappling with a funding shortfall of Sh3.397 billion, jeopardizing key sustainability and climate resilience initiatives.

Feb 19 • 14:28 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
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Ministry has completed the investigation of the S. Plytnykaitė scandal: the conclusion is specific

The investigation into the harassment allegations against swimmer S. Plytnykaitė concluded that the association failed to protect her rights and ensure a safe environment.

Feb 18 • 09:56 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

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.

Feb 18 • 08:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Another blow for national parks. They must decide who to lay off

Czech national parks face substantial budget cuts from the Ministry of the Environment, prompting required personnel reductions.

Feb 17 • 17:11 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Text of the Media Code of Conduct in Syria

The Syrian Ministry of Information has unveiled a new Media Code of Conduct intended to regulate the media environment in Syria, emphasizing professional ethics and social responsibility.

Feb 17 • 11:53 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

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.

Feb 17 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 16 • 20:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"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.

Feb 16 • 08:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Two jaguar cubs disappeared in Misiones after being relocated

Two jaguar cubs went missing in Misiones following a relocation operation led by the provincial Ministry of Ecology.

Feb 14 • 22:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 14 • 22:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 14 • 17:53 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Dust Expected to Disperse This Evening; Environment Ministry: Air Pollution is Extreme

Heavy dust covers most of Israel today, with extreme air pollution levels recorded throughout the country.

Feb 14 • 14:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 13 • 23:45 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Discussions with the Clinic, the Struggle of Superpowers, and Breiðholt Got Talent

The article covers discussions between the Health Ministry and a private clinic regarding patient transfers, the dynamics of global superpowers, and the local talent show 'Breiðholt Got Talent.'

Feb 13 • 18:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival 2026: MP recommends restricting mela-mela in RN city to protect rivers

The Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte recommends restrictions on the traditional mela-mela festival in Guamaré during Carnival 2026 to protect local rivers.

Feb 12 • 19:30 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Bypass around Zvolen is closer to reality. Preferred route selected

The Slovak Ministry of Environment has approved a preferred route for the Zvolen bypass, moving the long-awaited highway project forward.

Feb 12 • 15:43 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The fight between the Social Democrats and the 'Aušriečiai' over forests – below-the-belt blows: relations to be clarified at the highest level

Tensions between Lithuania's Ministry of Environment and Social Democrats escalate over proposed forestry legislation, culminating in accusations of lobbying and misconduct.

Feb 12 • 09:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Will the deposit system be expanded? The climate ministry announces changes

The Polish climate ministry is considering changes to the deposit system following its initial months of operation, addressing consumer concerns about malfunctioning machines and potential expansions to include single-use glass.

Feb 12 • 09:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

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.

Feb 11 • 15:36 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

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.

Feb 10 • 08:46 UTC

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