
Greenpeace finds no pollution near Hungarian battery factories
Greenpeace conducted tests on water samples from shallow residential wells in Göd, Komárom, Sóskút, and Tárnok, reporting no pollution found near battery factories.
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Greenpeace conducted tests on water samples from shallow residential wells in Göd, Komárom, Sóskút, and Tárnok, reporting no pollution found near battery factories.

A Greenpeace report warns that Chernobyl's inner concrete sarcophagus, protecting the exploded reactor, is at risk of collapse following a drone attack on the outer steel structure, potentially releasing radioactive dust into the atmosphere.
Greenpeace activists from Poland, Hungary, Austria, and Bulgaria climbed a mine shaft tower at the Szczygłowice mine in Knurów, Poland, leading to accelerated police proceedings against them.

The Dutch State has decided to appeal a court ruling in the Greenpeace case concerning the effects of climate change on Bonaire, citing significant legal reasons for the decision.

Greenpeace has revealed frequent methane burning in Dugo Selo, Croatia, captured by a hidden camera. The organization states this practice violates EU regulations and wastes energy, urging the government to take action.

A Greenpeace study indicates that landslides and floods in Italy have caused 19 billion euros in damages over the past decade, with only 4 billion euros in compensation provided to affected regions.

Several non-governmental organizations, including Greenpeace and Human Rights Watch, are urging Brussels to classify leather as a product linked to deforestation, based on scientific data and environmental impact.

Environmental organization Greenpeace has reported asbestos contamination in Kirchschlag in der Buckligen Welt, Krumbach, and Wiener Neustadt, all located in Lower Austria, specifically highlighting a boccia court.

A ZHAW study commissioned by Greenpeace suggests that 60 percent of protein consumed in Switzerland should come from plants by 2050, a target deemed 'unrealistic' by politicians and farmers, including some Green party members.

Greenpeace's German branch has accused oil companies in Germany of making an additional 21 million euros in daily profits since the start of the Iran war, exploiting the crisis.

The United States is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information on high-ranking Iranian officials, including the new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. This comes as crypto prediction markets speculate on whether Mojtaba Khamenei will be removed from his position before 2026.
Raymond Aendekerk, a former Greenpeace director and agricultural engineer, discusses strategies for reducing pesticide use in fruit cultivation, challenging the demand for blemish-free apples and proposing alternative methods.
Two Greenpeace activists interrupted French President Emmanuel Macron and IAEA chief Rafael Grossi at the start of a global nuclear summit in France, questioning uranium purchases from Russia.

A protected wetland on southern Lantau Island in Hong Kong has recorded petroleum concentrations up to 40 times higher than unaffected areas, following an oil spill in September, a Greenpeace study revealed.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister calls on the international community to end Russia's occupation of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant and address the nuclear risks it poses.

The decision to produce an additional 206,000 barrels per day comes as the Strait of Hormuz is at risk. The NGO argues that only renewable energies guarantee independence from geopolitical conflicts.

THE COURT ORDERED Greenpeace to pay 345 million dollars to a US oil company due to pipeline protests.

Judge slashed a $667m damages award to Energy Transfer over Greenpeace’s role in Dakota Access Pipeline protests A North Dakota judge on Friday finalized a $345m judgment against Greenpeace in a…

Thilo Bode, former head of Greenpeace, is suing the German Development Ministry to disclose redacted project reports, arguing that the impact of projects in countries like Tunisia, Morocco, Mali, and Burkina Faso remains unclear.
Greenpeace Ukraine urges the global community to cease purchasing Russian gas and stop trading with Rosatom, arguing that these activities support the ongoing war and nuclear blackmail.

NGOs, including Greenpeace and the Society for Community Organisation (SoCO), have criticized Hong Kong's 2026 budget for its insufficient focus on climate adaptation initiatives and support for low-income residents amidst extreme weather challenges.

Verpackungen von Fertiggerichten werden als «mikrowellengeeignet» bezeichnet, auch wenn sie es oft gar nicht sind: Greenpeace warnt, dass durch das Erhitzen solcher Speisen hunderttausende Plastikteil

Campers and hikers have urged Hong Kong authorities to step up public education, law enforcement and impose foot traffic limits at campsites after some areas were flooded with visitors during the Lunar New Year holiday. A visit by the South China Morning Post on Saturday to Ham Tin Wan, a beach in Sai Kung, found about 50 visitors and 30 tents. Empty plastic bottles, used tissue paper and chocolate wrappers were seen lying on the sand and in bushes and shrubs. Officers from the Agricultural,...

Greenpeace has filed a complaint after a disaster exercise involving 447 participants, including 27 students, was held in the Pilgersdorf quarry in Burgenland, Austria, just months before its closure due to asbestos contamination.

Greenpeace has reported significant asbestos contamination in Szombathely, Hungary, originating from Austrian gravel. Air measurements showed extremely high fiber counts, leading authorities to declare a health emergency in the area.
A flotilla of 39 vessels, backed by Greenpeace, has been delayed from its departure to Gaza from Moll de la Fusta Port due to adverse weather conditions, and will instead travel to an alternative port.

Argentina's parliament has approved changes to its glacier protection law, allowing regional administrations to more easily permit mining projects, including for lithium, in glacier areas. The reform, supported by Javier Milei's government, empowers provincial governors to update glacier protection status, despite protests from environmental groups like Greenpeace.

Malaysia has initiated the Grand Sumud Nusantara Campaign 2026, an integrated land and sea effort involving 100 countries, to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Greenpeace has accused oil companies of making 'superprofits' from the Middle East war, while oil futures posted record gains in the first quarter, raising questions about the industry's economic position during the ongoing energy crisis.

A humpback whale, initially named 'Timmy', was stranded for days on a sandbank in Germany's Baltic Sea, with rescue efforts continuing despite diminishing hopes as the mammal weakened. After intensive efforts, the whale successfully swam back into Lübeck Bay.

Following a February incident, civilians, including groups like Greenpeace and MIAKÖ Association, have detected solvents and industrial chemicals in a watercourse adjacent to the Semcorp battery plant in Debrecen, Hungary.

Greenpeace staged a protest in Brussels by projecting a golden 'Trump Tower' onto the European Commission headquarters, coinciding with an upcoming EU summit on Thursday.
A mysterious tanker is drifting in the Mediterranean Sea without a crew. The ship is loaded with LNG gas and could potentially explode. This could have serious consequences for the marine environment, says Greenpeace.

Greenpeace has accused fast-fashion giant Shein of selling contaminated products, amidst growing environmental complaints, million-dollar fines, and an ongoing EU investigation into the company's practices.
Greenpeace New Zealand is advocating for a serious discussion about nitrate contamination, following the Danish government's significant reduction of its legal limit for nitrates.

Greenpeace activists interrupted a nuclear summit in Paris, confronting French President Macron over the import of uranium from Russia. Protesters displayed banners against nuclear energy.

A new Greenpeace test reveals that products from the Chinese online fashion giant Shein continue to exceed EU limits for toxic chemicals, with one jacket exceeding the limit by 3115 times, despite previous promises to remove such items.
A judge has finalized a $345 million verdict against Greenpeace in a case brought by Energy Transfer, related to protests against pipeline projects.

A North Dakota judge ordered Greenpeace to pay $345 million in damages to an oil pipeline operator it opposed, following a legal battle.

Heating plastic-packaged ready meals—even those labeled as “safe to heat”—and takeout foods in microwaves or ovens can release hundreds of thousands of microplastic and nanoplastic particles, along

A judge has approved a $345 million verdict against Greenpeace, which the environmental group says could lead to its bankruptcy. The lawsuit stemmed from Greenpeace's involvement in protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline.
Greenpeace Portugal is calling for an immediate moratorium on the expansion of super-intensive olive groves, highlighting that wealth from the Alqueva irrigation project benefits Canadian pension funds and the Mormon Church.

Greenpeace activists were arrested on the steps of Congress in Argentina after jumping a fence to protest a bill that would allow mining around glaciers, ahead of its debate in the senate.
A judge has announced he will order Greenpeace to pay an expected $345 million in damages stemming from an oil pipeline protest case.
A Greenpeace report questions the safety of heating prepared meals in plastic containers, stating that thousands of microplastics can be released, challenging existing 'microwave safe' labels.
Greenpeace has filed a complaint in Burgenland, Austria, alleging that students were exposed to asbestos during a training exercise in a quarry, a claim the state denies.
Greenpeace has issued a warning about the potential catastrophic collapse of the protective containment structure (sarcophagus) at the defunct Chernobyl nuclear power plant. This collapse could lead to a significant release of radioactivity.

According to calculations by Greenpeace, implementing a 100 km/h speed limit on German autobahns would significantly reduce fuel consumption and alleviate financial burdens on households. The study highlights the potential for noticeable savings through lower speeds.
Greenpeace activists scaled a mine tower in Knurów, Poland, unfurling a banner to protest methane emissions. Authorities intervened, and the activists later descended.

A Greenpeace report reveals that Italy has incurred 19 billion euros in economic damages from landslides and floods between 2015 and 2024.
New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra has acknowledged that its 'grass-fed' labeling could potentially mislead consumers, an admission made after a lawsuit filed by Greenpeace.

Environmental NGO Greenpeace France has announced plans to cut 32 jobs, citing a significant fall in donations since 2022 as the reason for the restructuring.

Greenpeace and MIAKÖ Association detected solvents and industrial chemicals in a watercourse next to the Semcorp battery plant in Debrecen, Hungary, following a fire on February 18.

A German Greenpeace investigation claims that oil companies in Germany have made an additional €21 million in daily profits since the start of the Iran war, accusing them of profiting under the guise of the crisis.

A Greenpeace report indicates that oil refining margins have risen to their highest level since autumn 2022, leading to increased profits for oil derivative companies in Germany, as noted by the International Energy Agency.

Δεκάδες πετρελαιοφόρα είναι εγκλωβισμένα στον Περσικό Κόλπο, λόγω της κατάστασης στα Στενά του Ορμούζ, με την Greenpeace να τα χαρακτηρίζει «ωρολογιακή βόμβα», καθώς αν υπάρξει διαρροή πετρελαίου,…

Two Greenpeace activists interrupted French President Emmanuel Macron and IAEA head Rafael Grossi at the start of the World Nuclear Summit in Paris.
The environmental organization Greenpeace placed a large banner in Puerta del Sol, Madrid, bearing the slogan 'No to war.' The action aims to send a clear message to government leaders regarding peace.
Fifty years after New Zealand ceased whaling, the humpback whale population is showing signs of recovery, a development celebrated by Greenpeace, though concerns remain about the country's current conservation efforts.

Police in France arrested four Greenpeace activists who blocked a cargo ship, alleging it was transporting uranium from Russia for the country's nuclear power plants.

A report by Greenpeace Bulgaria suggests options for supporting 'Toplofikatsia-Sofia' (Sofia Heating Utility), including ESCO contracts, targeted loans, and green bonds, to address its financial challenges.

The environmental organization Greenpeace is ordered to pay 345 million dollars – approximately 3.1 billion Swedish kronor – in damages to…

A North Dakota judge has ordered Greenpeace to pay damages expected to total $345 million for defamation and other claims related to protests against the Dakota Access pipeline. Greenpeace states the case is far from over.
Greenpeace's future is reportedly threatened by an oil pipeline lawsuit, raising questions about the organization's financial stability and operations.
A Greenpeace report highlights a trend in Spain where land ownership is moving from family farmers to investment funds, leading to concerns about land grabbing, subsidies, and water resource control.
The head of Greenpeace in Denmark argues that excessively high fines for peaceful protests could deter individuals and groups from engaging in civic action, leading to a loss for society.

Greenpeace criticizes misleading 'microwave-safe' labels on ready meals, stating they contribute to hundreds of thousands of plastic particles entering food, and demands a ban on 'forever chemicals'.