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Trump's Greenland interest reveals environmental stance

Donald Trump's 2019 attempt to buy Greenland offers a stark preview of his environmental priorities. As the 2026 election looms, this episode raises critical questions about climate policy and national interests. Explore the implications for the Arctic an

Romania achieves 94% recycling rate in two years

Romania's deposit return scheme transforms recycling habits, achieving 94% collection rate for beverage packaging. Discover how this EU success story is inspiring neighbouring countries.

Australia's Nature Law Deal: Wins and Risks

Labor and Greens strike deal to amend Australia's environmental protection laws, creating new EPA but raising concerns about rushed process and climate oversight. Read the full analysis.

Trump's Offshore Oil Drilling Plan Sparks Debate

The Trump administration proposes opening vast US coastal waters to oil and gas drilling, promising energy independence but facing fierce environmental opposition. Discover the potential consequences.

MPs: Nature Not a Blocker to Housing Growth

A parliamentary inquiry challenges the government's 'lazy narrative' that nature blocks housing. Report warns skills shortages, not environmental rules, are the real barrier to 1.5m home target.

Texas shrimper stalls Exxon's $10bn plastics facility

Diane Wilson, a 77-year-old shrimper, successfully challenged ExxonMobil's planned $10bn plastics plant in Texas through legal action, highlighting growing community resistance against fossil fuel expansion.

Judgment due in BHP Brazilian dam collapse case

The High Court in London will deliver its judgment on the £36bn claim against BHP over Brazil's Fundão dam collapse, a disaster that killed 19 and caused an environmental catastrophe.

EU Becomes Global Climate Leader Despite Backlash

The European Union has positioned itself as the world's leading force for climate action while facing growing anti-green sentiment. Discover how Brussels is defending environmental policies.

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