Bárbara Machado
@barbarabm.bsky.social
🍃 Environment Journalist
- Climate, biodiversity, circular economy & more
- Climate, biodiversity, circular economy & more
What is really stalling the deployment of #renewables across the EU ? Despite being commonly targeted, #environmental rules are not the main obstacle, a new report argues, pointing that key barriers remain unaddressed.
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#EU #energy #GRIDS #REDIII #Environment
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#EU #energy #GRIDS #REDIII #Environment
Key obstacles to wind and solar rollout overlooked, report finds
Key obstacles to wind and solar rollout overlooked, report finds
Experts flag grid, mapping and capacity gaps – not environmental studies – as main hurdles
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October 3, 2025 at 10:19 AM
What is really stalling the deployment of #renewables across the EU ? Despite being commonly targeted, #environmental rules are not the main obstacle, a new report argues, pointing that key barriers remain unaddressed.
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#EU #energy #GRIDS #REDIII #Environment
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#EU #energy #GRIDS #REDIII #Environment
Negotiations on new rules to reduce #PFAS, pesticides and pharmaceuticals in Europe’s #water bodies are reaching the finish line, with a deal expected today
But a pushback from governments can result in weakened water #pollution rules instead of stronger ones.
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#Chemicals #Drinkingwater
But a pushback from governments can result in weakened water #pollution rules instead of stronger ones.
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#Chemicals #Drinkingwater
Governments seek exemptions as EU expands water pollutant list
Governments seek exemptions as EU expands water pollutant list
With millions exposed to so-called “forever chemicals,” campaigners fear EU governments will weaken long-overdue water pollution rules instead of strengthening them
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September 23, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Negotiations on new rules to reduce #PFAS, pesticides and pharmaceuticals in Europe’s #water bodies are reaching the finish line, with a deal expected today
But a pushback from governments can result in weakened water #pollution rules instead of stronger ones.
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#Chemicals #Drinkingwater
But a pushback from governments can result in weakened water #pollution rules instead of stronger ones.
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#Chemicals #Drinkingwater
What is really igniting Europe’s devastating #wildfires ? Short answer: people are.
While #climatechange is certainly fueling these fires and intensifying impacts, it is not lighting the matches.
Yet the issue is often overlooked by policymakers and treated lightly by courts.
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While #climatechange is certainly fueling these fires and intensifying impacts, it is not lighting the matches.
Yet the issue is often overlooked by policymakers and treated lightly by courts.
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From arson to carelessness: how humans set Europe on fire
From arson to carelessness: how humans set Europe on fire
A staggering 96% of EU wildfires are human-caused, many set on purpose
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September 11, 2025 at 8:40 AM
What is really igniting Europe’s devastating #wildfires ? Short answer: people are.
While #climatechange is certainly fueling these fires and intensifying impacts, it is not lighting the matches.
Yet the issue is often overlooked by policymakers and treated lightly by courts.
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While #climatechange is certainly fueling these fires and intensifying impacts, it is not lighting the matches.
Yet the issue is often overlooked by policymakers and treated lightly by courts.
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Portugal breached citizens’ rights in the #environmental assessment process of the controversial Barroso #lithium mine project, ruled an United Nations body.
Public authorities' credibility in checking green standards is now eroding.
#Aarhus #CriticalMinerals #CRM
www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...
Public authorities' credibility in checking green standards is now eroding.
#Aarhus #CriticalMinerals #CRM
www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...
Portugal denies breach of UN convention over lithium mine project - Euractiv
“If authorities can’t guarantee information and participation in one of the most scrutinised projects in Europe, how can communities trust them in others?" said Nik Völker of Mining Watch Portugal
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September 4, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Portugal breached citizens’ rights in the #environmental assessment process of the controversial Barroso #lithium mine project, ruled an United Nations body.
Public authorities' credibility in checking green standards is now eroding.
#Aarhus #CriticalMinerals #CRM
www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...
Public authorities' credibility in checking green standards is now eroding.
#Aarhus #CriticalMinerals #CRM
www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...
The European Parliament's lead negotiator on the 2040 climate bill will push to reject the proposal in its entirety today.
“It’s obvious that after having two legally binding targets for 2030 and 2050 this new target is not needed,” Czech MEP Ondrej Knotek told Euractiv
#2040target #climateaction
“It’s obvious that after having two legally binding targets for 2030 and 2050 this new target is not needed,” Czech MEP Ondrej Knotek told Euractiv
#2040target #climateaction
Far-right Patriots for Europe move to kill EU’s 2040 climate bill
Far-right Patriots for Europe move to kill EU’s 2040 climate bill
“It’s obvious that after having two legally binding targets for 2030 and 2050 this new target is not needed,” Knotek told Euractiv
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July 24, 2025 at 12:41 PM
The European Parliament's lead negotiator on the 2040 climate bill will push to reject the proposal in its entirety today.
“It’s obvious that after having two legally binding targets for 2030 and 2050 this new target is not needed,” Czech MEP Ondrej Knotek told Euractiv
#2040target #climateaction
“It’s obvious that after having two legally binding targets for 2030 and 2050 this new target is not needed,” Czech MEP Ondrej Knotek told Euractiv
#2040target #climateaction
The International Court of Justice has issued a historic opinion affirming that states must deliver maximum ambition to comply with the #ParisAgreement – and that their legal obligations to cut greenhouse gas emissions and prevent environmental harm extend much further.
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World Court sets governments straight on climate obligations
World Court sets governments straight on climate obligations
The Paris Agreement imposes concrete mitigation obligations, but states’ responsibilities extend further to include broader environmental protection.
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July 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The International Court of Justice has issued a historic opinion affirming that states must deliver maximum ambition to comply with the #ParisAgreement – and that their legal obligations to cut greenhouse gas emissions and prevent environmental harm extend much further.
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A landmark decision by Italy's Supreme Court has affirmed that lawsuits based on harm due to #climatechange are admissible in the nation's courts, putting big oil and other polluters firmly in the sights of civil society groups.
#ClimateLitigation
#ClimateLitigation
Italy’s top court paves way for climate litigation
Italy’s top court paves way for climate litigation
‘From today it will be possible to obtain climate justice in Italian courts as well,’ Greenpeace Italy stated.
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July 23, 2025 at 8:09 AM
A landmark decision by Italy's Supreme Court has affirmed that lawsuits based on harm due to #climatechange are admissible in the nation's courts, putting big oil and other polluters firmly in the sights of civil society groups.
#ClimateLitigation
#ClimateLitigation
Building new roads and airport infrastructure could count toward EU #climate and #environment targets under the next budget cycle, according to a list published Thursday that has already raised concerns of greenwashing.
#nextMFF #EUBudget
#nextMFF #EUBudget
EU budget’s green investment list fuels greenwashing concerns
EU budget’s green investment list fuels greenwashing concerns
Critics warn the EU’s method for labeling green investments opens the door to funding fossil fuels, military infrastructure, and high-emission transport under the guise of climate action
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July 18, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Building new roads and airport infrastructure could count toward EU #climate and #environment targets under the next budget cycle, according to a list published Thursday that has already raised concerns of greenwashing.
#nextMFF #EUBudget
#nextMFF #EUBudget
As expected, the European Commission has proposed axing the #LIFEProgramme, the EU's only stand-alone funding mechanism for environmental action.
Despite setting a climate and biodiversity spending target of 35%, funds disbursed for these purposes are now split across broader pillars.
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Despite setting a climate and biodiversity spending target of 35%, funds disbursed for these purposes are now split across broader pillars.
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Green groups see EU budget bill as death knell for environment funding
Green groups see EU budget bill as death knell for environment funding
The survival of environmental NGOs is also at risk, as core funding becomes uncertain under the proposed new structure.
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July 16, 2025 at 6:19 PM
As expected, the European Commission has proposed axing the #LIFEProgramme, the EU's only stand-alone funding mechanism for environmental action.
Despite setting a climate and biodiversity spending target of 35%, funds disbursed for these purposes are now split across broader pillars.
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Despite setting a climate and biodiversity spending target of 35%, funds disbursed for these purposes are now split across broader pillars.
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Reposted by Bárbara Machado
📣 Stay in the loop on the next EU budget 💶
🎢 Our reporters are covering every twist and turn, LIVE, of what is set to be the most important budget in EU history.
🔖 Bookmark and keep this link open, as we report on von der Leyen's proposal, and initial reactions.
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🎢 Our reporters are covering every twist and turn, LIVE, of what is set to be the most important budget in EU history.
🔖 Bookmark and keep this link open, as we report on von der Leyen's proposal, and initial reactions.
www.euractiv.com/section/econ...
July 16, 2025 at 9:12 AM
📣 Stay in the loop on the next EU budget 💶
🎢 Our reporters are covering every twist and turn, LIVE, of what is set to be the most important budget in EU history.
🔖 Bookmark and keep this link open, as we report on von der Leyen's proposal, and initial reactions.
www.euractiv.com/section/econ...
🎢 Our reporters are covering every twist and turn, LIVE, of what is set to be the most important budget in EU history.
🔖 Bookmark and keep this link open, as we report on von der Leyen's proposal, and initial reactions.
www.euractiv.com/section/econ...
The European Commission has failed to explain why it rushed the #omnibus proposal to delay new corporate #sustainability rules and exclude most companies from the requirements, the European Ombusdsman said today, as it chases the Commission for more explanations.
EU watchdog criticises Commission’s rush to delay corporate sustainability rules
EU watchdog criticises Commission’s rush to delay corporate sustainability rules
The EU Ombudsman has criticised the Commission for skipping key steps in its push to delay sustainability rules and narrow their scope
dlvr.it
July 15, 2025 at 3:48 PM
The European Commission has failed to explain why it rushed the #omnibus proposal to delay new corporate #sustainability rules and exclude most companies from the requirements, the European Ombusdsman said today, as it chases the Commission for more explanations.
Brussels published a new #naturecredits roadmap, seen as a tool to unlock private financing to fund ecosystem restoration and #biodiversity protection.
However, critics are sounding the alarm over what they fear may become another greenwashing tool.
More about this new instrument below
However, critics are sounding the alarm over what they fear may become another greenwashing tool.
More about this new instrument below
Green groups uneasy as EU bets on market to drive nature restoration
Green groups uneasy as EU bets on market to drive nature restoration
The nature credits pitch has proved controversial, with critics accusing the Commission of promoting a false and potentially destructive solution.
dlvr.it
July 7, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Brussels published a new #naturecredits roadmap, seen as a tool to unlock private financing to fund ecosystem restoration and #biodiversity protection.
However, critics are sounding the alarm over what they fear may become another greenwashing tool.
More about this new instrument below
However, critics are sounding the alarm over what they fear may become another greenwashing tool.
More about this new instrument below
Businesses, investors and financiers are urging policymakers not to gut the EU's corporate sustainability reporting rules, warning that the bloc's economic growth depends on them.
#ESG #omnibus #CSRD #CSDDD #sustainabilityreporting
#ESG #omnibus #CSRD #CSDDD #sustainabilityreporting
Major firms, investors caution against further sustainability reporting cuts
Major firms, investors caution against further sustainability reporting cuts
Over 150 firms and investors warn that cutting rules risks green investment and EU competitiveness.
dlvr.it
July 1, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Businesses, investors and financiers are urging policymakers not to gut the EU's corporate sustainability reporting rules, warning that the bloc's economic growth depends on them.
#ESG #omnibus #CSRD #CSDDD #sustainabilityreporting
#ESG #omnibus #CSRD #CSDDD #sustainabilityreporting
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Europeans would swap planes for trains…if they could
Europeans would swap planes for trains…if they could
Most EU citizens would prefer high-speed trains over planes for short to medium distances – if reliable rail options existed.
dlvr.it
July 1, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Europeans would swap planes for trains…if they could
Following the recent downgrade of the wolf’s protection status across Europe, Sweden takes a step further by almost halving the number of individuals that must remain protected.
#wolf #HabitatsDirective #natureconservation
#wolf #HabitatsDirective #natureconservation
Sweden’s wolves in hunters’ sights as government eases protection
Sweden’s wolves in hunters’ sights as government eases protection
Move by Stockholm will reduce the protected population to just 170.
dlvr.it
June 26, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Following the recent downgrade of the wolf’s protection status across Europe, Sweden takes a step further by almost halving the number of individuals that must remain protected.
#wolf #HabitatsDirective #natureconservation
#wolf #HabitatsDirective #natureconservation
In case you missed it: Brussels plans to ease restrictions on the use of dangerous substances in #cosmetics, a leaked draft of a forthcoming #omnibus to 'simplify' #chemicals regulation suggests.
Commission considers easing rules on harmful chemicals in cosmetics, leaked draft shows
Commission considers easing rules on harmful chemicals in cosmetics, leaked draft shows
The Commission plans to ease obligations under the EU’s cosmetics and labelling rules, according to a draft of the chemicals simplification package obtained by Euractiv.
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June 26, 2025 at 8:35 AM
In case you missed it: Brussels plans to ease restrictions on the use of dangerous substances in #cosmetics, a leaked draft of a forthcoming #omnibus to 'simplify' #chemicals regulation suggests.
GREEN CLAIMS NEWS: The Commission is aware that pulling the plug on the file could be unlawful, but sees it as a problem for a future Commission, Euractiv has learned.
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#greenclaims #greenwashing
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#greenclaims #greenwashing
Commission aware of shaky legal grounds for withdrawing anti-greenwashing law
Commission aware of shaky legal grounds for withdrawing anti-greenwashing law
The EU executive is aware that pulling the plug on the Green Claims Directive could be unlawful, but sees it as a problem for a future Commission, Euractiv has learned.
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June 23, 2025 at 4:52 PM
GREEN CLAIMS NEWS: The Commission is aware that pulling the plug on the file could be unlawful, but sees it as a problem for a future Commission, Euractiv has learned.
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#greenclaims #greenwashing
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#greenclaims #greenwashing
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Greens, NGOs accuse EPP of fuelling far-right attacks on civil society
Greens, NGOs accuse EPP of fuelling far-right attacks on civil society
“It’s straight out of the authoritarian playbook - target independent voices, distract from real issues, and undermine those who hold power to account” said BirdLife Europe's Anouk Puymartin
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June 19, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Greens, NGOs accuse EPP of fuelling far-right attacks on civil society
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EU governments near deal on recycled content in new cars
EU governments near deal on recycled content in new cars
The compromise text seen by Euractiv sets out a three-stage approach, with targets rising from 15% after six years of approval, to 20% in eight years, and finally 25% in ten years.
dlvr.it
June 17, 2025 at 4:03 AM
EU governments near deal on recycled content in new cars
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Record-breaking heat eases in May, but experts warn deal-busting temperatures to return
Record-breaking heat eases in May, but experts warn deal-busting temperatures to return
The twelve-month period up to May 2025 continuously exceeded the 1.5 degrees Celsius limit set in the 2016 Paris Agreement.
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June 11, 2025 at 4:03 AM
Record-breaking heat eases in May, but experts warn deal-busting temperatures to return
“Several sites in the European Alps are under active observation as a potential instability is possible,” Michael Huss, visiting scientist at WSL told Euractiv.
Swiss glacier collapse exposes growing risk to mountain regions
Swiss glacier collapse exposes growing risk to mountain regions
Switzerland’s glacier collapse is a chilling sign of Europe’s warming crisis – and a warning for alpine communities.
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June 6, 2025 at 8:43 AM
“Several sites in the European Alps are under active observation as a potential instability is possible,” Michael Huss, visiting scientist at WSL told Euractiv.
Right before Brussels unveils the EU #Ocean Pact, a new report shows that the bloc is at risk of missing its 2030 target of protecting nearly a third of its #seas, with only 2% currently under effective conservation.
Report highlights lack of EU action on marine protection ahead of global talks.
Weak implementation and enforcement are holding back the EU’s goal of protecting 30% of its seas by 2030. http://dlvr.it/TL7xNK
Weak implementation and enforcement are holding back the EU’s goal of protecting 30% of its seas by 2030. http://dlvr.it/TL7xNK
June 3, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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The @ec.europa.eu is moving towards a market-based approach to restoring biodiversity with plans to launch an EU-wide pilot project where farmers and foresters can monetise their nature-positive actions by selling 'nature credits' 💰🌱
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Commission to launch EU-wide pilot on nature credits - Euractiv
Brussels hopes its planned nature credit system will plug a €200 billion biodiversity gap and boost restoration projects EU-wide.
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May 27, 2025 at 2:08 PM
The @ec.europa.eu is moving towards a market-based approach to restoring biodiversity with plans to launch an EU-wide pilot project where farmers and foresters can monetise their nature-positive actions by selling 'nature credits' 💰🌱
www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...
www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...
What do the #CSRD have to do with the future #naturecredits market ? More than you might think
While Brussels is pushing for a cash-for-nature scheme, it seems to ignore that its #omnibus cuts on #sustainability reporting can prevent it from launching.
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While Brussels is pushing for a cash-for-nature scheme, it seems to ignore that its #omnibus cuts on #sustainability reporting can prevent it from launching.
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www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...
Brussels deregulation drive could kill its nature credits dreams - Euractiv
While the European Commission is pushing for a cash-for-nature scheme , it seems to ignore that its sustainability reporting cuts are strictly linked to the new tool, and can even prevent it from laun...
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May 23, 2025 at 10:33 AM
What do the #CSRD have to do with the future #naturecredits market ? More than you might think
While Brussels is pushing for a cash-for-nature scheme, it seems to ignore that its #omnibus cuts on #sustainability reporting can prevent it from launching.
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www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...
While Brussels is pushing for a cash-for-nature scheme, it seems to ignore that its #omnibus cuts on #sustainability reporting can prevent it from launching.
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www.euractiv.com/section/eet/...