Madrid’s low emission zone is one part of a messy national rollout. As each city sets its own rules and pushes back deadlines, drivers are left guessing what is allowed. The result is frustration on the roads and little sign of cleaner air.
Authorities have begun clearing an illegal camp in Ibiza’s Ses Feixes de es Pratet, a protected wetland where about 80 people have been living in tents and shacks. Residents, many of them workers, were given just two hours to leave as excavators arrived.
On September 22, all interurban buses in Murcia will run free for a day. The regional government wants to shift daily routines and encourage greener travel, while highlighting its investment in electric buses and improving access for everyone.
A major study finds that cars over 15 years old now cause 43 percent of Spain’s vehicle emissions. Slow fleet renewal and low scrappage rates are worsening the problem for both the environment and the economy.
Valladolid’s decision to remove basic bike and bus lanes has driven a sharp rise in city traffic, reversing years of decline under previous sustainable transport policies. New data shows what happened after the city prioritized private vehicles over alternative mobility.
On September 22, major Spanish cities will restrict car traffic in central areas and offer free bus rides for Car Free Day. The event highlights a shift toward more accessible urban transport and brings temporary changes to daily routines.
Carhaix-Plouguer faces a day of dense cloud and intermittent rain, with winds shifting throughout September 17. Morning gloom gives way to afternoon showers before late-day clearings, with temperatures fluctuating between 10 and 21°C.
Finland’s brief stretch of sunshine is ending as rain moves in from the west. Meteorologists expect temperatures to fall and unsettled weather to continue through the week, affecting both northern and southern parts of the country.
Microorganisms make up most of the planet’s biomass and are impressive to human health, underpinning food systems and the environment. Despite their reputation, only a tiny fraction are harmful. Their influence is far greater than most people realize.
A truck carrying hazardous chemicals veered off the A7 near Cox, injuring three people and prompting an emergency operation to contain a resin leak. Authorities activated a special safety plan to reduce further risks.
Noisiel faces a day of shifting skies and brisk winds on September 16. Temperatures will rise from a humid morning to a breezy afternoon, as cloud cover and wind strength change rapidly.
A Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton sold for over 50 million dollars. Most T. rex fossils are now in private hands, and scientists warn that impressive evolutionary evidence is slipping beyond reach.
Spain highlights five certified Starlight sites for lunar observation. These destinations offer clear night skies and minimal light pollution. The initiative coincides with International Observe the Moon Night, promoted by NASA.
Paleontologists in Teruel have uncovered what may be the first Diplodocus remains found outside North America. Fourteen tail vertebrae and chevrons were identified at La Tejería, a find that could reshape views on dinosaur distribution.
A fast-moving wildfire in Benahavís prompted the evacuation of Montemayor Alto and a lockdown for other neighborhoods. One resident and a firefighter were injured. Authorities urged everyone to follow safety instructions closely.
A fast-moving wildfire in Benahavís forced authorities to confine the town and evacuate a nearby urbanization. Emergency services deployed aircraft and dozens of firefighters. Two people have been injured as the situation escalates.
Richart Sowa built a three-storey house on a floating island made from over 100,000 plastic bottles near Isla Mujeres. After storms and a government order, the unique structure was removed. His new project in Brazil remains unfinished.
A two-metre marine reptile fossil found in Asturias has been identified as Ichthyosaurus anningae, the first confirmed find of the species outside the United Kingdom. The discovery adds to what scientists know about Jurassic marine life in northern Spain.
A Seville judge has closed the case against the Casa de Alba over alleged illegal water extraction near Doñana. After years of investigation and millions of litres at issue, the court found no proof of an environmental crime.
Aragon faces a sweeping overhaul of its wildfire response after nearly 36,000 hectares burned this summer. President Jorge Azcón has pledged 51 million euros for new resources, as political divisions over climate change remain sharp.
A NASA satellite captured a large Saharan dust cloud sweeping across Mali in early September 2026. The event came after the usual dust season had mostly ended, but conditions allowed the cloud to reach the Atlantic. Scientists are watching for possible changes linked to El Niño.
A new scientific model suggests airborne microplastics pose a pollution problem and may also nudge the planet’s energy balance toward warming. The findings raise urgent questions about the unseen climate risks floating above our heads.
Heat-related deaths in Spain have more than doubled in two decades. Cities like Jaén and Granada now record the highest mortality rates. The Lancet Countdown warns that adaptation is lagging behind the health impact.
Storms with lightning set off wildfires in Valencia and Alicante. Most fires were small and quickly put out, but emergency teams responded to dozens of calls as weather alerts remained active.
Andalusia’s beaches face closures after sewage contamination. Ageing treatment plants cannot handle the summer influx. Millions in water infrastructure funds remain unused as health and tourism risks mount.
Spain’s meteorological agency has issued orange alerts for violent storms in the Mediterranean. Heavy rain, hail and damaging winds threaten Catalonia, Valencia, Murcia, Almería and the Balearic Islands. Authorities urge caution.
Xàtiva reached 41.9°C on Tuesday, the highest temperature in Spain that day. Several towns in Valencia province broke September records, leading authorities to issue an orange alert for dangerous heat.
A wildfire scorched 37 hectares in Valencia’s Devesa del Saler. Authorities are awaiting a critical damage report to guide regeneration, while political tensions rise over missed prevention measures.
On 12 August 2026, Castilla-La Mancha will experience a total solar eclipse. The shadow will cross Guadalajara and northern Cuenca, creating a rare twilight. Authorities urge early arrival and strict eye protection for safe viewing.
Forest fires have reignited rural anger over city-driven policies. Farmers blame excessive paperwork and distant decision-makers. Calls for hands-on management grow as traditional practices vanish.
Uzbekistan has planted desert shrubs across two million hectares of the Aral Sea’s barren seabed. The effort aims to curb toxic dust storms and stabilize the devastated field, but the lost waters will not return.
Six airports in Indonesia, including Jakarta’s basic hub, have suspended operations after Anak Krakatoa erupted. More than 370 flights have been disrupted. Authorities cite volcanic ash as the cause, with no clear timeline for reopening.
Over 44,000 tons of fallen timber remain in Catalonia’s Pyrenees after severe storms. Bureaucratic hurdles and a shortage of forestry firms are holding up the cleanup, while local officials warn of pest outbreaks and fire risks.
Biomass consumption in Catalonia jumped 19 percent in 2025. Industrial demand is rising fast, but forest-clearing efforts remain far behind. Underused woodland continues to accumulate, increasing the region’s wildfire risks.
Reports put this season’s green turtle hatchlings on Tetiaroa at more than 54,000, but systematic monitoring counted 15,614 in 2024-2025. Intensive monitoring and targeted protection have helped make the atoll a refuge for a species under global threat.
