Data from Copernicus sneaks into many aspects of our lives. It's in daily forecasts of air quality and pollen levels across Europe, it's in our news channels, and it's even in your social media…
In the Brazilian region of Roraima, the fight against rampant wildfires is intensifying as authorities battle more than 600 hotspots reported since the beginning of February, according to The…
The Great Lakes, which consist of five lakes: Superior, Ontario, Erie, Huron, and Michigan, are a vital freshwater resource, collectively holding about one-fifth of the world's surface freshwater and…
Over the past few years, Morocco has been affected by prolonged drought and low rainfall episodes. To address the threat of water scarcity, local authorities are implementing strict measures,…
The current high-pressure system over southern Europe has caused air quality to deteriorate in Italy. In the Po Valley, pollution levels are worrying and have exceeded normative thresholds. As shown…
Nestled along the Senegalese coastline, the Saloum Delta is a captivating haven of biodiversity, with its rich tapestry of wildlife. Teeming with vibrant bird species, frolicking dolphins and elusive…
The Wintering Wildlife Conservation Initiative, recently launched by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) in partnership with the Winter Wildlands Alliance and the Colorado Mountain Club, aims to raise…
Popocatépetl is a stratovolcano in central Mexico, formed by the subduction of the Cocos Plate beneath the North American Plate. Its eruptions are predominantly explosive, driven by the build-up of…
Imagine a summer jog along the sandy beaches of the Algarve in Portugal, a boat trip around Norwegian fjords or a leisurely walk to see the pink flamingos of the Camargue in France. Diverse and full…
The Zahara-El Gastor reservoir in southern Spain is a vital source of water for agriculture and recreation. The critical drought affecting the province of Cádiz has left the reservoir at nearly 6% of…
Lake Chapala, the largest freshwater lake in Mexico, is located in the state of Jalisco. It is the primary source of water supply for the Guadalajara metropolitan area and supports a rich…
Isle Royale, covering 54,200 hectares, is located in the remote western part of Lake Superior, between Minnesota, USA and Thunder Bay, Canada. The island serves as a haven for wildlife biologists,…
Coral bleaching is a marine phenomenon which occurs when corals expel the algae living in their tissues, causing them to turn white or pale. This expulsion is often triggered by environmental…
Situated at an elevation of 5,100 metres above sea level, La Rinconada stands as the permanent settlement located at the highest elevation in the world. Nested in the Puno region of Peru, this…
This visualisation, based on data from the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), shows the global surface air temperature anomaly for January 2024. According to C3S data, January 2024 was the…
On 8 February, the Fagradalsfjall volcano erupted for the third time since December 2023. The lava flow has disrupted the hot water supply to more than 20,000 households, and the local Civil…
When we think of a healthy lifestyle, we might tend to think of being free of disease, having a good workout routine, eating a balanced diet and so on. And we wouldn't be wrong; part of a healthy…
Chile has been ravaged by forest fires, particularly in the Valparaíso region, where nearly 8,700 hectares have been devastated by the 5-day blaze. More than 6,000 people have been displaced in the…