Key flood defences in disrepair across England as wet autumn looms, data reveals
England's flood defences are deteriorating, putting millions of properties at increased risk, especially with forecasts of more extreme weather this autumn. [ more ]
Why is Switzerland offering cash prizes to retrieve munitions from lakes?
The Swiss military's past practice of dumping munitions into lakes is now facing scrutiny due to environmental concerns and the need for safe recovery. [ more ]
Do we know enough about the health risks of new semiconductor factories?
Biden administration faces pressure on health and safety risks of new chip factories amid calls for thorough environmental assessments and transparency. [ more ]
Switzerland offers $60K cash prize for ideas to rid its iconic alpine lakes of military ammunition
Switzerland is incentivizing innovative solutions for the removal of historical ammunition dumped in its lakes, emphasizing safety and environmental preservation. [ more ]