Greenhouse gases dropped just 0.1% last year as environment minister criticises lack of improvement Greenhouse gas emissions in Germany have again missed targets set by the Climate Protection Act and barely fell at all in 2025. Emissions decreased by just 0.1% last year compared to the previous year, according to data from the German Environment Agency. Continue reading...

Energy and Environment Minister Stavros Papastavrou criticized SYRIZA leader Sokratis Famellos for a 'recital of inaccuracy' and 'opportunism,' noting that SYRIZA is now opposing a contract it negotiated and voted for while in government.

Greek Energy and Environment Minister Stavros Papastavrou criticized SYRIZA leader Sokratis Famellos for a 'recital of inaccuracies' and 'opportunism,' highlighting SYRIZA's refusal to vote on a negotiated contract.

Moldova's Environment Minister and Chisinau's mayor dispatched teams to the Dniester River after traces of petroleum products were found, though officials state the levels are insignificant and pose no public danger.

Czech Environment Minister Igor Červený criticized the Emissions Trading System (ETS), stating that emission allowances have become a commodity primarily benefiting speculators, citing Chinese companies as an example. He also discussed potential reforms to ETS 1.

Romanian Environment Minister Diana Buzoianu announced the introduction of performance criteria for directors of the National Administration 'Apele Române' (ANAR), which will include concrete indicators and measurable targets for the institution's activities.

Robin Böhnisch, director of the Krkonoše Mountains National Park (KRNAP) Administration, is stepping down after being recalled by Environment Minister Igor Červený (Motoristé) following a mutual agreement.

Following renewed media reports about potentially opaque funding for 'Nemuno aušra' led by Remigijus Žemaitaitis, Lithuanian conservatives have formally requested the President and Prime Minister to dismiss Environment Minister Žuromskas.

An investigation reveals that some donors to the Lithuanian party 'Nemuno aušra' deposited cash into their accounts before making bank transfers to the party, including the current environment minister.

During a debate in the Gujarat Assembly, the opposition raised concerns regarding the SIR (Special Investigation Report) exercise, with the Speaker allowing limited discussion despite objections from the Forest and Environment Minister.

Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) Member Secretary M Devender Singh has been suspended pending disciplinary proceedings. The suspension follows allegations by Environment Minister Pankaja Munde that the IAS officer failed to attend ministerial briefings. BJP MLA Sudhir Mungatiwar strongly condemned the officer's alleged insubordination, calling it a 'murder of democracy'.

Romania's PSD party is demanding the resignation of Environment Minister Diana Buzoianu if she fails to present solutions for the Mihăileni Dam on the Crişul Alb river.

Environment Minister Diana Buzoianu commented on the controversial appointment of Viorel Salvador Caragea by Economy Minister Irineu Darău as the special administrator of the UM Sadu armament factory in Gorj County.

Romania's Environment Minister, Diana Buzoianu, is scheduled to appear on Digi24 to discuss air quality, unrecycled waste, and preparations for the summer season, including the demolition of illegal buildings on the coast.

The Czech government is now complete after President Petr Pavel appointed Igor Červený as the new Environment Minister, officially concluding the 'Turek case'.

Igor Červený has been appointed as the new Minister of Environment for the Motorist party in the Czech Republic. A political newcomer, he has gained attention for his statements criticizing 'green ideology'.

Romania's Environment Minister, Diana Buzoianu, has been called to Parliament by the PSD to report on her responsibility for blocking strategic state investments, specifically regarding the Mihăilești Accumulation.

Igor Červený, the candidate for Minister of Environment, announced that continuing the 'New Green Savings' subsidy program will be a priority, with four billion crowns potentially allocated this year.

Provincial backing to phase out captive lion industry tests hand of new environment minister  Daily Maverick

The bill is being discussed in Parliament using the procedure followed for ratifying contracts. Energy and Environment Minister Stavros Papastavrou said: “Our country has been transformed into a central gateway for American liquefied natural gas, and now we aim to become a producer of natural gas” The post Greece–Chevron hydrocarbon contracts in Parliament – PASOK votes against exploration south of Crete appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Thirty-five beaches in Portugal's Algarve region are affected by cliff instability, with urgent repair works expected to be completed by May, according to the Environment Minister. Praia do Penedo is highlighted as the most concerning case.

The Portuguese government plans to issue vouchers to support landowners in clearing their properties, a measure announced by the Environment Minister. The initiative also aims to accelerate the country's electrification efforts due to the ongoing war and fuel crisis.

Ihor Zubovych, Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment, and Agriculture, spoke about the extensive ecological consequences of the war, including 133,300 square kilometers of contaminated land and significant damages.

Interest-free loans offered under the Czech 'Nová zelená úsporám' (New Green Savings) program for home energy renovations are projected to cost the state up to 20 billion CZK annually, according to former minister Hladík. The program, recently introduced by Environment Minister Igor Červený, is expected to burden future governments with significant mandatory expenditures.

Japanese Environment Minister Ishihara stated that the reuse of decontaminated soil from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant accident will proceed cautiously, acknowledging public concerns and aiming to deepen understanding.

Grafarvogur has been formally designated a nature reserve after Iceland’s environment minister signed a new protection declaration covering the estuary and surrounding mudflats. According to a press release, the measure was approved by Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson in cooperation with Reykjavík City Council and the Icelandic Institute of Natural History. What’s the Story? Grafarvogur estuary in… The post Reykjavík’s Grafarvogur Area Granted Nature Reserve Status appeared first on Iceland Review.

Kastytis Žuromskas, delegated to the environment minister position by the 'Nemuno aušra' party, stated he financially supported the party with personal funds, claiming he deposited around 90,000 euros in cash into his account before making the donation.

Sweden's Climate and Environment Minister criticized the government coalition partner Christian Democrats' proposal to abolish climate goals, calling their credibility 'zero'.

Igor Červený, the new Minister of Environment for Motoristé sobě, described the ministry's leadership as a 'small holy trinity,' including himself, government envoy Filip Turek, and a third unnamed individual.

Directors of Czech national parks met with the Environment Minister to discuss impending budget cuts. The ministry suggests parks utilize their financial reserves.

India's environment minister reaffirmed the country's commitment to climate goals, emphasizing the need for global cooperation and finance amid inequities in climate talks.

Diana Buzoianu, Romania's Minister of Environment, stated that the black snow on the streets of Bucharest is a symbolic image of the city's pollution, warning that this pollution affects residents' lungs.

Germany's ruling conservatives and social democrats have agreed on new legislation for building energy efficiency, replacing a controversial law introduced by the former environment minister.

Czech politics is stirred by disputes over Andrej Babiš's extradition, the new Environment Minister Igor Červený, and Tomio Okamura's controversial campaign, raising questions about trust in justice versus political calculus.

Following a visit by Delfi journalists and a former environment minister to the shore of Rašios lake in Labanoras Regional Park, Lithuania, inspectors are now planning a review due to serious issues identified.

ENVIRONMENT MINISTER MEETS AMBASSADOR OF RWANDA  Qatar Tribune

Qatar's Minister of Environment and Climate Change met with the Rwandan Ambassador to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation.

Former Austrian Environment Minister Leonore Gewessler will not face charges at the Constitutional Court (VfGH) regarding her decision to halt the Lobau tunnel and other projects. A motion by the FPÖ was rejected in the constitutional committee.

Proposed changes by Slovakia's Environment Minister's nominees to Poloniny National Park could lead to a significant portion of the park being reclassified to a zone with minimal protection, potentially driving the country's only wild bison population into Poland due to increased hunting, logging, and construction.

Representatives of the Šeškinė Ozas community in Vilnius are scheduled to meet with Environment Minister Kęstutis Žuromskas to discuss the environmental threats posed by the planned Northern Street project to the Ozas and Cedronas natural areas.

Romanian Environment Minister Diana Buzoianu stated that the Rabla program for 2026 depends on the budget of the Environmental Fund Administration, which will be determined after the national budget is adopted.

Czech Environment Minister Igor Červený declined to state the reasons for the dismissal of Robin Böhnisch, the director of the Krkonoše National Park (KRNAP) Administration. Both parties agreed not to comment on the situation.

The Czech cabinet has replaced several government special envoys, including Ladislav Miko, former Environment Minister and advisor to President Petr Pavel, who was previously the envoy for international biodiversity negotiations.

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda states that if allegations of non-transparent funding for the ruling 'Nemuno aušra' party and questions surrounding Environment Minister Kastytis Žuromskas are substantiated, conclusions about his work will be drawn automatically.

Following a journalistic investigation revealing that the political party 'Nemuno aušra' was funded in cash by individuals linked to its vice-chairman Robertas Puchovičius and Environment Minister Kastytis Žuromskas, LVŽS leader Veryga expressed little surprise.

Romania's Environment Minister, Diana Buzoianu, has accused a 'populist scandal' and an 'obsessively repeated lie' regarding the Mihăileni dam, stating that Parliament is confused about the reality and promising to submit documents to prevent future legal vulnerabilities.

ENVIRONMENT MINISTER MEETS MONGOLIAN ENVOY  Qatar Tribune

Karnataka Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre announced that city legislators will meet soon to address air pollution in Bengaluru, aiming to prevent it from reaching critical levels similar to Delhi.

Diana Buzoianu, Romania's Minister of Environment, announced plans to make Romanian beaches more spacious, accessible for people with disabilities, and reduce the number of sunbeds.

Romania's Environment Minister, Diana Buzoianu, announced that the government is close to adopting a reorganization of Romsilva, which will reduce the number of regional directorates from 41 to 19 and introduce mandate contracts.

With the appointment of Igor Červený as Minister of the Environment, the Motorists party gains a valuable fourth vote in the government, prompting them to focus on demonstrating their capabilities.

Igor Červený (Motoristé) has been appointed as the new Czech Minister of Environment, taking over from Petr Macinka. The ministry under Motoristé plans to focus on issues related to national parks.

A power struggle in the Czech Republic has concluded with the appointment of a new Environment Minister.

During his acceptance speech at the Berlinale film festival, director Abdallah Alkhatib referred to the German government as a 'partner in the genocide in Gaza,' leading to outrage and a walkout by Federal Environment Minister Schneider.

The Berlinale closing gala was overshadowed by an accusation of genocide against the German federal government, prompting Environment Minister Carsten Schneider to demonstratively leave the hall during a director's speech.