Hamburg, Germany’s second-largest city, is a major economic hub and home to one of Europe’s busiest seaports. Wilhelmsburg, a quarter of Hamburg, is an island framed by the winding branches of the Elbe, known for its mix of industrial sites and green urban spaces. Wilhelmsburg is also part of Hamburg’s flood management system—an increasingly...

Hamina is a fortress town in southeastern Finland, known for its unique circular layout with the Town Hall positioned at its centre. Located nearby, on Finland’s southern coast, the Port of Hamina serves as the country’s leading port for the wood processing industry. While Hamina Port covers a total concession area of over 240,000 m2, it is...

This Copernicus Sentinel-3 image from 2 April 2025 provides a rare, cloud-free view of the UK and Ireland. From the green lowlands of Ireland and England to the hills of Wales and the rugged Highlands of Scotland, the amazing landscape is clearly visible from space, along with sediment patterns in the surrounding coastal waters. Copernicus data...

In late March 2025, the Greek island of Paros was affected by a powerful storm which caused intense flooding, particularly in the towns of Parikia and Naousa. Torrential rain and hailstorms inundated streets, carrying vehicles and debris through urban areas. Although the damage was significant, emergency services successfully rescued 13...

Every five years, the European Environment Agency releases a detailed report on the state of nature in Europe. The latest report—published in 2020—was a wakeup call for many.