Spain leads the European Union in renewable energy generation but lags behind in energy storage capabilities, a critical factor in preventing blackouts like the one that occurred last week. In 2024, Spain set a record, with renewable sources accounting for 56.8% of its electricity consumption. However,......
In the foothills of the Pyrenees, a collective of French winemakers is confronting an escalating dilemma reminiscent of challenges faced in Morocco: persistent drought conditions. Rather than waiting for climatic improvements, these vintners are exploring innovative alternatives, drawing inspiration......
The 68th session of the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs, held from March 10 to 14 in Vienna, marked a significant milestone with the adoption of a resolution presented by Morocco, France, and Brazil. This unprecedented resolution focuses on the environmental impacts of illicit drug-related......
Cyclone Garance hit La Reunion island on Friday, causing significant damage and fatalities. The violent storm, with winds reaching 230 kilometers (143 miles) per hour, devastated the French territory in the Indian Ocean. At least two people were killed, and one person remains missing. One woman, believed......
As of Monday, February 10, European consumers may notice an unconventional new ingredient in their food: Tenebrio molitor larva powder, commonly known as mealworm flour. This development follows approval by the European Commission, marking a significant step in the incorporation of insects into the food......
The European Union (EU) has initiated legal action against the United Kingdom (UK) in response to its decision to prohibit sandeel fishing in British waters. This dispute, which centers on post-Brexit fishing rights, highlights the challenges of balancing environmental conservation with international......
A high-level European Union delegation recently visited the newly constructed wastewater treatment plant in Sidi Allal Tazi, located in Morocco’s Kenitra province. The project, developed by Morocco’s National Office for Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE), represents a significant step......
As 2024 draws to a close, satellite imagery has once again played a pivotal role in providing critical insights and documentation of major global events. From natural disasters to geopolitical shifts, the OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) team has relied on satellite data, videos, and publicly available......
At least 11 people have been confirmed dead after Cyclone Chido struck the Mayotte Islands, making it the most severe storm to hit the French archipelago in nearly 90 years. The cyclone’s ferocity has left widespread damage, and authorities are struggling to determine the full scale of the disaster......
In a significant move to improve air quality and reduce congestion, Paris has initiated a traffic limitation scheme in its central districts. The new regulations, which are currently in a three-month educational phase, aim to restrict vehicle access in the first four arrondissements of the city, impacting......
Météo France, the national meteorological service, has unveiled its seasonal outlook for the upcoming summer months, painting a picture of soaring temperatures and potential drought conditions in certain areas of France. The report, which covers the period from June through August, serves......
