Environment

Chile incorporates 13,000 hectares of urban wetlands into its network of protected areas

In January 2025, seven **new urban wetlands** (HU) were declared in **Chile** under **Law 21.202**, adding to the 122 recognized until December 2024. These additions were announced by the **Ministry of the Environment (MMA)** at the beginning of the "Week...

Ecological buoy converts wave motion into electricity with a design inspired by the human heart

The **oceans**, which cover more than 70% of the planet, represent one of the greatest **renewable natural resources**, although they are widely underutilized. The **electricity** generated by the **waves** has immense potential and could be key in the (https://noticiasambientales.com/innovacion/empleos-verdes-las-demandas-y-oportunidades-de-la-transicion-energetica/). According...

Five fast-growing flowers for a vibrant garden

Having a vibrant and colorful garden requires planning and care. However, if time is of the essence, it is still possible to achieve it by choosing fast-growing flowers. Gardening experts recommend opting for species with vigorous growth habits to obtain...

Greenland: a treasure trove of resources yet to be discovered

Greenland, the world's largest island with an area of 2,166,086 km², is a strategic territory with vast reserves of natural resources. With over 80% of its surface covered in ice, its economic potential has sparked growing international interest, especially...

Global sea ice reaches a new historical low in February

The daily extent of the global sea ice reached a new historic low in early February and remained below the previous record from 2023 throughout the month, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). This decline coincides with...

The volcanic soils of Arequipa and their vulnerability to fire

Between July and October, the Peruvian Andes face a high incidence of forest fires that threaten the natural flora. In the region of Arequipa, characterized by dry and arid volcanic soils, the impact of fire is particularly serious, as...

Plants and their strategy to attract seed-dispersing animals.

In nature, plants have developed a close relationship with frugivorous animals, which consume their fruits and contribute to the dispersal of their seeds. Throughout millions of years of evolution, these species have perfected mechanisms to attract their dispersers, adjusting...

A giant iceberg threatens the ecosystem of South Georgia.

The iceberg A23a, considered the largest and oldest in the world, ran aground about 73 kilometers from the subantarctic island of South Georgia, a natural sanctuary for millions of penguins and seals. Its presence raises concerns among scientists and...

Renewable energies in Ireland: in February they covered more than half of the electricity demand.

Renewable energies in Ireland covered more than half of the country's energy demand in February. This is indicated by the provisional data from the grid operator EirGrid. The main provider was wind energy, which satisfied almost half of the electricity...

Tragic storm in Bahía Blanca leaves the city underwater

The storm in Bahía Blanca, caused by an unusual climatic phenomenon that has unfolded in the last few hours, is extremely serious. The wind and rain not only cut off the supply of services and hindered circulation on the...

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Criminal violence in Mexico leads to new Noah’s Ark: at least 700 animals to be relocated

Cruelty and animal abuse know no borders. The Ostok Sanctuary in Culiacán, northwest Mexico, was forced to move around...