Cape Verde Reaffirms Strong Partnership with United Nations for Resilient, Inclusive Future
Cape Verde's Minister of State, National Defense, Territorial Cohesion, and Minister of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers and Parliamentary Affairs, Janine Lélis, has reiterated the government's commitment to an active partnership with the United Nations. This collaboration aims to foster a more resilient, inclusive, and prosperous Cape Verde, aligning with global Sustainable Development Goals and focusing on climate action and economic diversification.
Lahore Declared World's Most Polluted City Amid Hazardous Smog Levels
Lahore, Pakistan, was declared the world's most polluted city on Friday, October 24, 2025, with Air Quality Index (AQI) levels reaching hazardous highs of 362. The severe smog prompted urgent public health warnings and highlighted ongoing environmental challenges in the region.
French Offshore Wind Sector Stalled by Political Crisis and Tender Delays
France's offshore wind sector is experiencing a significant slowdown, directly attributed to the nation's political instability. This crisis has stalled crucial energy framework changes and government tenders, leading to project delays, uncertainty for developers, and concerns about the country's ambitious renewable energy targets.
Lao Green Business Forum 2025 Charts Course for Laos as ASEAN's Green Business Hub
The Lao Green Business Forum 2025, held on October 24, 2025, in Vientiane, convened over 150 participants to establish a vision for the Lao People's Democratic Republic as a leading green business hub within ASEAN. Co-organized by XM Technovator and the Department of Forestry, the event highlighted sustainable enterprise, innovation, and policy alignment for a green economy.
MPs Warn UK Clean Energy Job Creation Lags Behind North Sea Oil and Gas Losses
A Westminster committee recently warned that the creation of clean energy jobs in the UK is failing to keep pace with mounting job losses in the North Sea oil and gas industry. The report from the Scottish Affairs Committee calls for urgent government intervention, including policy reforms and a managed transition, to prevent further employment gaps and retain skilled workers.
Storm Benjamin Unleashes Severe Weather Across Spain, Prompting Widespread Warnings
Storm Benjamin, officially named by Meteo France, is currently impacting Spain with ferocious wind gusts up to 90 km/h, waves exceeding 7 meters, and heavy rainfall. Spain's national weather agency AEMET has issued Yellow, Orange, and Red warnings across numerous regions, affecting popular tourist destinations and urging caution.
Storm Benjamin Batters Netherlands, Causing Widespread Disruption
Storm Benjamin struck the Netherlands on Thursday, October 23, 2025, bringing gale-force winds up to 120 km/h and heavy rain. The storm led to significant travel disruptions, including numerous flight cancellations at Schiphol Airport and reduced train services, primarily affecting coastal areas and western provinces.
Netherlands' Nuclear Energy Future Under Pressure Amid Political Divisions and Funding Challenges
The future of nuclear energy in the Netherlands faces significant hurdles, with political divisions and budget cuts pressuring development. The outgoing cabinet plans to fully finance two new power plants via a state-owned company due to a lack of private investment, as reported on October 23, 2025.
Lumina Park Budapest Unveils 'Fairy Tale Film Festival' on Margaret Island
Lumina Park, a captivating light installation event, has opened its 2024/2025 season at Palatinus Bath on Margaret Island in Budapest. This year's 'Fairy Tale Film Festival' theme features over 200 film-inspired light installations, offering an immersive experience until March 2, 2025.
TotalEnergies Convicted of Greenwashing by French Court Over Climate Pledges
A civil court in Paris has found oil and gas giant TotalEnergies guilty of 'misleading commercial practices' for overstating its climate commitments. The ruling, a landmark decision, orders the company to remove specific claims from its website and pay damages to environmental groups.
Chennai and Tamil Nadu Brace for Continued Heavy Rains as IMD Issues Yellow Alert
The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for Chennai and several Tamil Nadu districts, forecasting heavy rainfall until October 28. The northeast monsoon brings potential for waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and power cuts, prompting authorities to implement precautionary measures.
Romanian Government Unveils Five Measures to Reduce Electricity Prices
The Romanian government, led by Energy Minister Bogdan Ivan, has announced a comprehensive plan to cut electricity prices. The initiative addresses the high proportion of taxes and tariffs, which constitute 49% of the total energy cost, aiming to alleviate financial burdens on consumers.
German Chemical Industry Anticipates Deeper Decline in 2025 Amidst Mounting Challenges
Germany's chemical industry is projected to experience a steeper production decline in 2025, with forecasts indicating a drop of over 2%. This downturn is primarily attributed to persistently high energy costs, a significant shortage of skilled workers, and intensified competition from China, alongside regulatory burdens and weak demand.
Autumn Storm Benjamin Unleashes Powerful Winds Across Switzerland
Autumn Storm Benjamin is sweeping across Switzerland on Thursday, October 23, 2025, bringing strong winds up to 100 km/h in lowlands and over 150 km/h in mountainous regions, leading to considerable danger and travel disruptions.
Storm Benjamin Brings Heavy Rain and 70mph Winds to UK, Met Office Issues Four Yellow Warnings
Storm Benjamin, named by Météo-France, is currently impacting the UK with heavy downpours and winds exceeding 70mph. The Met Office has issued four yellow weather warnings across England and Wales, forecasting widespread disruption, flooding risks, and potential power cuts.
Storm Benjamin Batters France with Winds Up to 130 km/h, 18 Departments on Orange Alert
Storm Benjamin is sweeping across France on Thursday, October 23, 2025, bringing violent gusts of wind reaching up to 130 km/h along coastal areas and heavy rainfall. Météo-France has placed 18 departments under orange vigilance for high winds, coastal submersion, and rain-flooding, with significant disruptions to travel and infrastructure anticipated.
Greece Blocks EU's COP30 Green Shipping Strategy at Luxembourg Ministerial Meeting
Greece has refused to endorse the EU's formal position paper for COP30 during a ministerial meeting in Luxembourg on October 21, 2025. The disagreement stems from the paper's reference to a contested international net-zero framework for the shipping industry, which Athens views as economically unfeasible and already 'frozen'.
Ecnec Rejects Tk1,268 Crore Haor Project Over Environmental Concerns
Bangladesh's Executive Committee of the National Economic Council (Ecnec) has rejected the 'Climate-Resilient Livelihood Enhancement Project' worth Tk1,268.80 crore due to significant environmental concerns. The project, focusing heavily on infrastructure, was deemed misaligned with sustainable development in the ecologically sensitive Haor region.
Storm Alice Unleashes Torrential Flooding and Widespread Travel Chaos Across Eastern Spain
Storm Alice, a powerful DANA weather system, battered eastern Spain and the Balearic Islands between October 7 and 13, 2025. The storm brought torrential rainfall, causing severe flash flooding that trapped motorists, inundated homes, and led to extensive disruptions in air, rail, and road travel across regions including Catalonia, Valencia, Murcia, Alicante, and Ibiza.
Shanghai Faces Severe Flood Risk as City Sinks Amid Fastest Sea Level Rise in 4,000 Years
An international study warns that Shanghai faces severe flooding risks due to global sea levels rising at the fastest rate in 4,000 years and worsening land subsidence. The combination of these factors threatens China's financial hub and global supply chains.
