Environment
More than three-quarters of monitored bathing waters across the European Union, Albania, and Switzerland were rated as "excellent" in 2024, according to the European Environment Agency (EEA). The annual report, published on Friday, also found that only 1.5 percent of swimming areas were classified......
Morocco is determined to transform the 2030 World Cup into more than just a major sporting event. According to the Minister Delegate for the Budget and President of the Moroccan Football Federation, the Kingdom sees the tournament as a strategic tool to promote environmental sustainability, social inclusion,......
The Spanish government is set to spend approximately 113,000 euros to supply special halal meal plans for Moroccan soldiers undergoing intensive training at the state-owned shipbuilding company Navantia. This initiative is part of a cooperation agreement between Spain and Morocco to train members of......
The Catalan government has announced a comprehensive wildfire prevention and response plan for the summer season, involving 4,507 firefighters comprising 2,930 professionals and 1,577 volunteers supported by 32 crewed aerial vehicles and 25 advanced drones equipped with artificial intelligence. Núria......
Spain is on high alert due to an exceptionally intense heatwave expected to affect the country from May 29 to June 1. According to a bulletin issued by Spain's meteorological agency (Aemet) on social media platform X, these days could become the hottest ever recorded for this period since at least......
Spanish authorities have issued a directive for more than 160,000 residents in proximity to Barcelona to remain indoors following a significant fire at an industrial facility that released a toxic cloud of chlorine over a vast area. The incident occurred in Vilanova i la Geltrú, a coastal city......
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,......
Are you contemplating a visit to Spain this year? Amidst the growing concerns surrounding environmental issues and overtourism, there are several ways to minimize your impact while traveling. In light of the escalating climate crisis and rising anti-tourism sentiments, it has become increasingly crucial......
If you are considering building an off-grid rural home in Spain or aiming for maximum sustainability, installing a septic tank may be on your list of priorities. However, understanding the regulations surrounding septic tanks is crucial before proceeding. A septic tank, or fosa séptica in Spanish,......
Catalonia's internal basin reservoirs have reached 60% of their capacity, a level not seen since January 2022. This increase is widespread, with six out of the nine reservoirs now above 50%, and only one, Siurana, remaining below 25%. Regarding the five reservoirs in the Ter-Llobregat system, which......
The city of Ávila, located near Madrid, recently experienced significant flooding due to weeks of intense rainfall that has swept across Spain. On Saturday, authorities worked diligently to manage the emergency situation, which has impacted several neighborhoods and surrounding agricultural areas,......
A strong winter storm has triggered weather alerts in several regions of Spain due to heavy snowfall and extremely low temperatures, particularly affecting the northern half of the country. According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), six autonomous communities have been placed under alert.......
A prolonged drought that has severely impacted Spain since 2021 might be nearing its end, according to the national weather agency AEMET. With recent heavy rainfall, the possibility of returning to normal precipitation levels has sparked optimism among officials and citizens alike. During a press conference,......
