Environment
Latest news from Spain on the environment, climate, climate change and green issues.
How to avoid being stung by a Portuguese man o'war in Spain
There has been an increase in the number of Portuguese man o'war - also known as bluebottles - over the past few weeks in Spain, particularly along the northern coast. Here are some vital tips on how to avoid being stung and what to do if you are.
Q&A: Everything you need to prepare for the total solar eclipse in Spain
There's less than a week left until the highly anticipated total solar eclipse in Spain. We've got all the info you need to prepare for this unique event on August 12th, from the likelihood of clear skies in your area to apps to find the best viewing location.
'Like the end of the world': The foreign eclipse chasers flocking to Spain
People from all over the world will flock to northern Spain next week in the hope of witnessing a once-in-a-lifetime experience: a total solar eclipse.
How to get free glasses to see Spain's total solar eclipse
If you're planning on viewing the total solar eclipse in Spain on August 12th, you'll need safety glasses. Here are all the places where you can get them for free.
How safari park animals grazed calmly amid Spain's 'terror' of fire
The elephants carried on grazing peacefully as the flames approached, imperturbable despite the fires ravaging the land around their wildlife park west of Madrid.
MAP: The 48 beaches in Spain to avoid this summer
Environmental groups in Spain have handed out nearly 50 dreaded 'black flag' awards to beaches in Spain, with many suffering from pollution in popular tourist areas.
How to check seawater quality at any beach in Spain
There are several resources available to the public if you want to find out if the seawater of a particular beach in Spain is safe to swim in.
What's behind the recent spike in drownings in Spain?
Five children and seven adults drowned in Spain over the weekend, as well as nine more the previous weekend. What's causing the recent increase in people - particularly minors - tragically dying at sea in Spain?
How to stay safe while swimming in the sea in Spain
Dozens of beachgoers tragically lose their lives every summer along Spain's coastline, often due to a lack of awareness about the precautions that can be taken when visiting the country's beaches. Here's the experts' advice on how to stay safe.
Most beaches in Europe offer 'excellent' water quality, study says
The vast majority of Europe's beaches offer "excellent" water quality for swimming, the EU environment agency said on Tuesday ahead of the summer season, with coastal nations and inland Austria topping the list.
The experts' tips for staying safe while hiking in Spain's mountains
After the death of two foreign hikers in Spain in recent weeks, we go over Spanish rescue workers' advice for planning a hiking trip here, from the emergency numbers to have on your phone to the gear you should carry with you.
How to get involved with urban gardens in Spain
If you fancy yourself green-fingered or live in an apartment without access to your own outdoor space, you'll find that Spain has many urban gardens and allotments that you can potentially join.
Pollen allergies in Spain: What you need to know
Experts are warning the general population in Spain that pollen levels are expected to be much higher this year after abundant rainfall these past few months. Here's everything you need to know about hay fever in Spain.
Spain crowned country with most Blue Flag beaches in 2026
This year, Spain is once again the world leader when it comes to the number of Blue Flag beaches. Find out which new beaches have been given this award in 2026.
EU anti-waste law: New laptops sold in Europe must now use USB-C chargers
After standardising chargers for mobile phones, from Tuesday new computers sold in EU countries must also use the USB-C charging point, as the latest phase of EU anti-waste legislation comes into force.
Spain rethinks how to turn tide against beach erosion
Every winter, storms wipe out swathes of the picturesque Spanish coast, undoing summer reconstruction work and threatening the foundations of the country's vital tourism industry.
Spain's brown bear population grows above 400
Conservation measures have helped the Spanish brown bear population go from 70 three decades ago to more than 400 currently, with the animals now venturing into areas where they hadn't been seen in more than a century.
EU to pay people in Spain to recycle used clothing
A new pilot programme launching this year will mean people in Spain will receive financial compensation for recycling their second-hand clothes in special containers.
Pollution exposure in Europe linked to mental health problems
Environmental pollution is linked to several mental health disorders in Europe, the European Environment Agency (EEA) has warned, arguing that enforcing legislation would result in Europeans being both less depressed and less anxious.
In pictures: The best places to see spring blossom in Spain
You don't have to travel all the way to Japan to see blossoms. If you want to plan ahead and book a trip to the Spanish countryside to see it in all its springtime glory, here are of some of the best places to visit during the floral season.
Spain urges EU to keep combustion-engine ban as rethink on the cards
Spain urged the EU to keep a 2035 ban on new petrol cars, a letter showed Friday, as Brussels looked set to replace it with a less ambitious 90-percent emission-reduction target.
Spain fears bird flu outbreak after hundreds of storks die near Madrid
About 400 storks have been found dead along a river near Madrid, officials said Tuesday, raising concerns that a highly infectious strain of bird flu may be circulating.
Spain probes five labs in hunt for source of swine fever
Spanish authorities said Saturday they are investigating five laboratories in an effort to find the source of an African swine fever outbreak that has unnerved Europe's leading pork-producing nation.