A study of major European floods by 19 scientists from 14 countries finds the toll depends on how towns are built, the state of infrastructure and whether warnings reach people, not just on rainfall. Greek researchers urge curbs on new building in flood zones

Record marine heat has transformed European waters, threatening traditional fishing grounds, marine ecosystems and coastal communities while allowing some warm-water species to thrive.

Researchers at the University of Chicago’s Climate Impact Lab estimate that extreme heat linked to this year’s El Niño could cause hundreds of thousands of additional deaths worldwide through February 2027, with Africa among the hardest-hit regions

A Greek research project finds that heatwave risk will reach “very high” levels across much of the Athens metropolitan area by 2031–2060, highlighting the need to link urban planning with climate adaptation

New research warns the Himalayas are nearing a dangerous tipping point as glacial lakes grow increasingly unstable

Because prevention is not simply about buying more aircraft. It is about ensuring that someone is still living, farming and caring for Europe's landscapes. Farmers are not simply food producers. They are the people who care for Europe's landscapes

The weather phenomenon is expected to persist into February 2027, with unusually warm Pacific waters raising the risk of extreme weather and potentially pushing global temperatures to a new record

Wildfires have burned over 5.4 million stremmata across the EU this summer, more than the 20-year average, according to satellite data

In his September 1 message marking the start of the new ecclesiastical year, Bartholomew linked the environmental crisis to humanity’s values, consumption and understanding of freedom, urging global cooperation to protect nature

A European Commission report finds that 36% of Greece's territory is already affected by desertification, while 47% of residents live in areas directly exposed to the process

Unprecedented ocean warmth is threatening marine ecosystems and could also trigger more extreme weather events on land

Prime Minister Andy Burnham faces mounting pressure from MPs, climate campaigners, trade unions and industry as ministers prepare to rule on two controversial North Sea projects

The striking pink-fuchsia color was observed in a small lagoon at Makrygiali Beach, raising questions about its cause and water quality. Possible explanations include salt-loving microorganisms or microalgae, but testing is needed

As conditions grow hotter and drier, wildfire burned areas are rising sharply and disproportionately, a new study warns

Research shows nights no longer offer the body enough cool relief to recover from daytime heat stress during heat waves

Record-low water levels on the Rhine and Danube are threatening Europe's transport, trade and energy security

A four-year European study shows species diversity, active management, and support for landowners can limit damage from drought, wildfires, and pests

The World Food Programme warns that a powerful El Niño could push global acute food insecurity to 274 million people across 45 vulnerable countries by the end of next year, underscoring the need for early action.

Exceptionally low water levels on the Danube River in Serbia have exposed dozens of German World War II warships deliberately scuttled in 1944, creating both a historical landmark and a navigation hazard.

Executive Board member Frank Elderson says rising climate-related disasters and ecosystem decline are creating growing risks for banks, economic growth and global financial stability