Ministry of Environment

Southeast Asian transboundary haze crisis intensifies

39 clusters · 146 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Singapore air quality remains moderate amid regional haze

The transboundary haze crisis in Southeast Asia has intensified as the 2026 El Niño phenomenon transitioned to a “very strong” category, driving severe drought. In Indonesia, forest and land fires have escalated signific

Indonesia 2026 drought, fire & water aid response

146 clusters · 156 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Indonesia drought relief: Water distributed in Bekasi and Tangerang

By late September 2026, the El Niño-driven drought in Indonesia continued to escalate, severely impacting water security, air quality, and agricultural stability. Forest and land fires have exceeded 107,000 hectares, wit

Increased fatal brown bear attacks in Russia

4 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Siberia bear attack kills woman in Krasnoyarsk Krai

Fatal brown bear attacks have increased across multiple Russian regions, including Siberia, the Far East, the Volga, and the Urals. This surge in aggression is linked to a significant increase in the brown bear populatio

Indonesia wildfire and haze crisis intensifies

58 clusters · 204 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Borneo forest fires threaten endangered orangutan populations

The 2026 Indonesia wildfire season, intensified by a strong El Niño, has caused severe environmental and public health damage. By late September, nearly 896,000 hectares have burned since January. The Nusantara Atlas pla

Portugal waste management and Volta system debate

15 clusters · 52 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Lisbon Metropolitan Area municipalities demand urgent Volta system review

Following the 20 September 2026 launch of the Volta deposit return system, which offers a 10-cent reimbursement per container, the program has become a focal point of political and social debate. In Lisbon, Councilor M

Peru El Niño risk management and prevention

18 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Piura faces social conflicts and infrastructure management crises

To address anticipated climate emergencies in 2026 and 2027, the Peruvian government has implemented multi-sectoral preparations for the El Niño phenomenon. President Keiko Fujimori established the National Commission fo

Romania-Moldova energy and fuel crisis – Sept 2026

34 clusters · 143 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Moldova declares 60-day state of emergency for energy and water

Since May 2026, Moldova has tightened its gas-security framework while Romania faces a fuel-price crisis. In late July, Romania declared a state of fuel-sector crisis, initially set to run until 31 October 2026. To curb

Invasive hippopotamus management in Colombia

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Colombia activates plan to control invasive hippopotamus expansion

A legal ruling in Antioquia prompted urgent action regarding the invasive hippopotamus population in the Nare River, mandating safety protocols and early warning systems to protect local users. In response, the Colombian

Indonesia's EV ecosystem and nickel downstreaming progress

28 clusters · 112 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Indonesia advances EV ecosystem with V2L technology and digital charging tools

Indonesia is accelerating its electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem through infrastructure expansion, adjusted subsidy schemes, and significant nickel downstreaming projects. To support the transition, the Ministry of Energy a

Solar and battery storage market integration trends

16 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Victoria mandates renewable energy and storage for new data centres

The solar and battery energy storage market continues to expand globally to manage grid stability and the transition from fossil fuels. In Australia, Victoria is implementing new regulatory frameworks to address infrastr

Revocation of Cristópolis National Forest status

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Bahia's Cristópolis National Forest extinguished by new law

The legal status of the Cristópolis National Forest in western Bahia has been resolved following the discovery of significant errors in its 2001 creation. The Brazilian Senate initially approved Bill 1.663/2022 to revoke

PT Nusa Halmahera Minerals sustainability initiatives

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: PT Nusa Halmahera Minerals conducts environmental pre-audit

PT Nusa Halmahera Minerals (NHM) has undertaken several sustainability and environmental management initiatives at its operations in North Halmahera, Indonesia. In August 2026, the company focused on community developme

Global urban air quality and Kalimantan forest fires

10 clusters · 92 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Kalimantan forest fires disrupt hundreds of flights and cause airport losses

The regional haze crisis has intensified as widespread forest and peatland fires in Indonesia, fueled by severe drought and El Niño, continue to impact air quality across Southeast Asia. In Malaysia, an emergency was dec

Moldova water and energy crisis: reservoir depletion

13 clusters · 85 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Nistru River water levels drop as Novodnistrovsk Reservoir reserves decline

By late September 2026, the hydrological crisis in Moldova intensified as the Novodnistrovsk reservoir continued to experience rapid depletion. The water level dropped by approximately 68 centimeters during the first 20

Forest fires and water scarcity in South America

13 clusters · 131 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Wildfires and residential fires cause damage in Colombia and Chile

Severe forest fires driven by high temperatures, low humidity, and El Niño continue to impact South America. In Bolivia, the Santa Cruz government has declared an Orange Alert following a surge in fires affecting over 22

Bear attacks in Slovakia and calls for population management

8 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Slovakia issues bear warnings in Košice and Žilina regions

Following a series of violent encounters in mid-2026, including attacks on a hunter, a cyclist, and a man near Turany, bear activity in Slovakia remains a significant public safety concern. In late August, authorities in

Solar energy storage and backup system integration

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Romania expands renewable energy storage with new battery projects

The integration of energy storage and backup systems is increasingly viewed as a critical component for the viability and efficiency of solar power adoption. Initially, the focus is on residential applications where home

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Wolves in Lithuania pose threat to domestic animals

Green SM electric taxi service expansion in Indonesia

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Green SM launches six-seat electric taxi service in Indonesia

Green SM, an electric vehicle operator in Indonesia, has expanded its service offerings and geographic reach. The company launched an all-electric taxi service in Palembang as part of its ‘Green Your Move, Refresh Your C

Colombian Environment Minister recusal

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Colombia Environment Minister recused from Santurbán paramo decisions

Colombian Minister of Environment Fabio Arjona has been recused from making decisions regarding the delimitation of the Santurbán paramo. The Council of Ministers accepted the impediment on September 10 following a chall

Forest fires in Dominican Republic protected areas

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic addresses pig farming support and forest fires

The Dominican Republic has declared an environmental emergency following forest fires that have impacted over 150 square kilometers of land, including protected ecosystems such as Valle Nuevo, Jaragua National Park, and

Moldova and Romania firewood and environmental regulation

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Moldovan Environment Minister clarifies firewood inspection policy

Authorities in Moldova and Romania have increased oversight of firewood sales and environmental violations to combat illegal logging and pollution. In Moldova, the Ministry of Environment released price tables for wood a

Dominican Republic municipal waste management initiatives

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic authorities advance municipal waste management planning

The Dominican Republic has taken steps to improve municipal waste management through both equipment distribution and strategic planning. In early September, President Luis Abinader, via the Ministry of Administrative Af

Lithuanian apartment and heating regulations

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Lithuania introduces new heating season regulations

Lithuania has introduced new regulations concerning apartment building management and energy usage. Initial measures focus on renovation and maintenance, establishing a system where monthly accumulation fees fluctuate

Indonesian forest fires and haze impact

12 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Padang and Makassar implement distance learning due to haze and fuel queues

By mid-September 2026, the impact of forest and land fires expanded to the Riau Islands province. In Bintan, the local government implemented remote learning via Zoom and home assignments to minimize children’s exposure

Romania manages PNRR fund recovery and rising debt concerns

153 clusters · 288 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Romania highway construction sees progress amid PNRR liquidity gaps

As the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) concludes, Romania faces a mixed outcome of infrastructure gains and significant financial losses. Interim Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan reported that the failure to pass

Valle Nuevo National Park forest fire

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Mountain routes reopened in Dominican Republic and Venezuela

A forest fire in the Las Cuevas area of Valle Nuevo National Park in the Dominican Republic led to the temporary closure of the park and the evacuation of campers. Firefighters and Ministry of Environment personnel worke

Regulatory actions against Ejesa electricity utility

2 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Senace projects US$ 20 billion in sustainable investment certifications for Peru

The Superintendency of Public Services and Other Concessions (Susepu) has taken regulatory action against the electricity distributor Ejesa in Jujuy, Argentina, regarding billing and service quality. Initially, Susepu m

Slovakia social benefit and child welfare legislative reform

3 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Slovakia implements social welfare and care allowance reforms

The Slovak Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs and Family has submitted a legislative package to combat truancy and the misuse of social support. Key components include addressing fictitious foster care and preventing the

Indonesian Car Free Day urban initiatives

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Jakarta Governor considers Saturday Car Free Day expansion

Indonesian local governments are implementing Car Free Day (CFD) initiatives to promote public health and stimulate regional economies through the support of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). In Medan Belawa