This Copernicus Sentinel-3 image, acquired on 17 March 2025, shows the world’s biggest iceberg, known as A23a. Once measuring 3,900 km2, the iceberg is now roughly 3,300 km2, shrinking as it passes through the Antarctic Ocean. The iceberg started moving again in 2024 after being stuck on the floor of the Weddell Sea for over 30 years. After...

Bragança is a historic city located in the northeastern region of Portugal.  The city is home to a well-preserved medieval castle, the Castelo de Bragança, which provides stunning views of the surrounding landscape and serves as a symbol of the region’s long history. Bragança is also known for its beautiful natural surroundings, which serve as...

The Étang de Biguglia is the largest lagoon in Corsica, France. Designated as a Ramsar Site, the lagoon covers approximately 1,800 hectares and is known for its rich biodiversity. It provides a crucial habitat for a variety of bird species, 18 of which are protected under the EU Habitats and Birds Directives. It is also home to a diverse range...

Located on the northern side of the Grossglockner, the highest peak in Austria, the Pasterze Glacier is the longest glacier in the country and in the Eastern Alps. Situated in the Hohe Tauern mountain range and spanning around 15 km2 in area, the glacier is a stunning natural wonder, attracting hikers, climbers, and tourists to experience its...

In 2024, the planet experienced extremes which were unprecedented in the instrumental record, highlighting the ongoing impact of human-induced climate change. In addition to record global temperatures which made 2024 the first year with an average temperature clearly exceeding the threshold of 1.5°C above the pre-industrial level set in the...