Environment
Water quality in Ireland has remained static "with persistent pressures primarily from agriculture" a new report shows.
Over 450 scientists have penned an open letter to the European Union, urging countries to address Europe's declining freshwater ecosystems
Tillage
A recent report assesses the current state of soils in Europe. Significantly, it confirms the magnitude of soil degradation across the region
Water 'stress' is occurring across the EU and affects 20% of its territory and 30% of its population, according to a new report.
Extreme heat, drought, wildfires, and flooding "will worsen in Europe" according to a new climate report by the European Environment Agency.
The EEA has warned that "much more needs to be done" to reduce the use and risk of chemical and more hazardous pesticides by 2030.
The environmental impact of land used for building new roads, houses or energy grids should be better integrated into European Union policies.
