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Drought and water over-usage have combined to make drinking water scarce in parts of Europe.
Instead of trying to prolong the inevitable move caused by rising sea levels, some communities are already adapting.
Germany's love affair with its autobahns could hit a dead end as calls grow to stop extensions amid the climate crisis.
Brazil's Karipuna people are fighting against oppression and efforts to drive them from their land.
The destructive fishing practice kills marine life and worsens weather extremes.
Our decisions about which food products to buy are often tied to the way we live. So are we even capable of change?
Shrinking rich economies to stop the planet heating could carry unintended consequences for poorer countries.
Coal, nuclear, fracked gas or renewables — how can Germany power itself and protect the environment?
Massive global military emissions often go unreported. That could change as the G7 meets and addresses the impacts of a Ukrainian conflict fueled by Russian oil and gas.
As the climate crisis intensifies droughts from Iraq to Spain to the US, remnants of past towns and societies have reemerged from receding waters.
With less than 10 years left to avert climate catastrophe, campaigners Kumi Naidoo and Luisa Neubauer say activists need to ramp up civil disobedience.
World leaders are meeting to try to fix hot, polluted and overfished seas.
Developing countries are increasingly calling on richer nations to share the profits from discoveries based on their rich biodiversity. As talks get underway in Nairobi, DW takes a closer look at the issue of biopiracy.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has pushed food insecurity onto the table. Could an overlooked cereal help steady the situation and feed the global population in an era of climate crisis?
The planet's plastic emergency is set to worsen dramatically. An OECD report reveals ways to significantly reduce pollution by 2060.
Can ensuring young people have economic opportunities in the Amazon help prevent deforestation and protect biodiversity?
Talks are currently underway on an international treaty to tackle biodiversity loss. Here's what you need to know.
A mandatory label documenting how animals were reared and other new regulations are supposed to improve animal welfare. Is it a step toward more transparency for consumers — or just greenwashing?
A "green nudge" can inspire more climate-friendly consumption without overt rules or bans.
DW explores the best solutions for small and commercial vehicles as battery-fueled EVs get cheaper and more "climate-neutral" e-fuels prepare to hit the market.
Dating platforms have noticed their users are hot for climate issues and are incorporating features to help them connect with each other. But how useful are additions like OkCupid's climate advocate badge?
The rumble of road traffic and trains, the bustle of the bar downstairs or the roar of a plane taking off – noise is a problem that is increasingly hurting health and disrupting ecosystems.
Trees are crucial in the fight against climate change. But planting trees can sometimes do more harm than good.
From textiles and plastic to electrical waste: the world is drowning in rubbish.
Plastic has become a pollution nightmare. DW explores why billions are being invested in making more.
Want to inspire young people to protect the environment? Use our digital learning packs!
Two children, two continents, one major health crisis. A look at how communities are coping with water problems.
We still have time to slow down climate change! Every Friday, we'll show you how to get out of this mess.
Megadams boost economic growth and serve as a symbol of status and power. But what happens to communities downstream?
When tourism sucks the life out of a place and what to avoid, and how underground fungi networks support life on Earth.
A DW, Channels and NTV Uganda showcase of innovative and effective environmental concepts from Africa and Europe.
Based in Lagos, Nigeria's largest city, Chris Ilems presents environmental issues and solutions from West Africa.
Based in Uganda's capital, Kampala, Sandrah presents environmental issues and solutions from East Africa.
An innovative machine that converts air into water could alleviate drinking water shortages in Tunisia and beyond.
Be inspired and find constructive solutions for the environmental challenges of today with this DW and Scroll.in collaboration.
Based in Mumbai, Sannuta Raghu presents stories of innovation and the people behind them, who are finding solutions to the most pressing issues affecting the environment.
New technology is helping scale up waste management in the city of Thane.