Environment

Climate, energy, conservation, and natural heritage across the region.

Environment•5 Sources•Apr 11, 2026 • 07:01

Andorra Records First Summer-Like Day Before Sharp Shift to Heavy Rain and Snow

Temps topped 25°C today amid stable weather, but an Atlantic front brings widespread downpours Sunday, a 10°C+ plunge, and snow down to 1,200m, with -9°C lows at Envalira by Monday.

Environment•5 Sources•Apr 01, 2026 • 10:31

Severe Winds and Snow Cripple Andorra Ski Resorts, Prompt Extended Alerts

Full closures at major sites like Ordino-Arcalís, with restricted low-elevation operations elsewhere amid gusts over 120 km/h; fresh snow and avalanche risks set to intensify through midweek.

Environment•4 Sources•Mar 29, 2026 • 11:31

Andorra Issues Orange Wind Alert and Snow Warnings Through Monday

Gusts up to 130 km/h expected at peaks, with up to 30cm snow accumulations in northern areas; Civil Protection urges securing items and cautious travel amid wintry spring conditions.

Environment•2 Sources•Mar 29, 2026 • 07:31

Andorra's FEDA Joins Earth Hour, Urges Energy-Saving Habits

The state-owned electricity provider turned off lights from 8:30pm to 9:30pm, promoting tips like using natural light to cut consumption by 60% and eliminating standby power waste.

Environment•2 Sources•Mar 27, 2026 • 12:01

108 Brown Bears Detected in Pyrenees in 2025, Including 8 in Andorra

The count includes 59 adults, 42 subadults, and 8 cubs across a 7,000 sq km area, with Andorra hosting seven males and one female amid growing populations from conservation efforts.

Environment•5 Sources•Mar 27, 2026 • 06:33

Comella Residents Demand Halt to Andorra Housing Project Over Tree Felling Fears

Parish officials promise infrastructure upgrades amid calls for environmental studies and alternatives, while parishes report strong 2025 surpluses and sustainable initiatives.

Environment•4 Sources•Mar 26, 2026 • 06:32

Ordino Hosts Launch of POCTEFA PP3N Project for Pyrenean Park of the Three Nations

Three-year initiative unites Andorra, Catalonia, and France to boost cross-border cooperation, biodiversity protection, youth exchanges, and UNESCO aspirations through 2026.

Environment•5 Sources•Mar 25, 2026 • 06:17

Andorra to Add Three New Weather Stations in Valley Floors

The expansion in Encamp, Sant Julià de Lòria, and La Massana will enhance data for avalanche risks, wildfires, storms, and civil protection, announced on World Meteorological Day.

Environment•2 Sources•Mar 24, 2026 • 06:46

#MiradesAigua Exhibition Opens in Andorra la Vella Highlighting Water's Vital Role

Organized by Andorra Sostenible for World Water Day, the display of 19 images at Illa Carlemany invites public voting for winners alongside a jury decision, running until 29 March.

Environment•4 Sources•Mar 21, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Abolishes Fishing Card Requirement for Anglers

The move, approved unanimously by the Fishing Monitoring Commission and FACIP, leverages advanced ID systems like digital wallets to simplify procedures while maintaining environmental protections and quotas.

Environment•1 Source•Mar 20, 2026 • 17:46

Cold Snap Brings -6°C Lows to Andorra Before Easter Holidays

A surge of cold air from Thursday, March 26, will usher in winter-like conditions with sub-zero nights persisting through Saturday, disrupting spring plans.

Environment•1 Source•Mar 19, 2026 • 18:22

Skiers Film Female Brown Bear and Cubs Racing Through Snow Near Tavascan Resort

The surprising encounter in Pallars Sobirà coincides with bears emerging from hibernation, with footprints indicating ongoing activity in the Pyrenees as spring nears.

Environment•3 Sources•Mar 18, 2026 • 22:16

Andorra Reforms Renova and e-Engega Programmes with €2M Budget for 2026

Adjustments halve many individual subsidies for energy efficiency, renewables and electric vehicles to prevent rapid fund exhaustion and promote wider access.

Environment•2 Sources•Mar 18, 2026 • 17:46

13 Waste Dumping Infractions Recorded in Escaldes-Engordany, One Publicly Notified

One case against an untraceable man for dumping rubbish bags publicly notified via BOPA, facing a €300 fine under the Comú's environmental ordinance.

Environment•2 Sources•Mar 18, 2026 • 13:31

Yellow Avalanche Alert Extended to Friday in Northern Andorra

National Meteorological Service prolongs yellow alert for high-risk areas like Arinsal and Soldeu through Friday morning due to incoming weak snow.

Environment•5 Sources•Mar 17, 2026 • 07:01

Insurance Covers Snow Damage at Grau Roig Solar Plant Amid Heating Network Launch

FEDA confirms repairs for buckled panels amid technical review, while unveiling €2.4M heating network link boosting output 25% and warning of potential tariff hikes from Middle East tensions.

Environment•1 Source•Mar 17, 2026 • 07:01

Comella Waste Plant Hits Record 52,621 Tonnes in 2025

Andorra's key incinerator exceeds 52,000 tonnes for first time, boosting waste-to-energy output amid stable imports and municipal waste.

Environment•3 Sources•Mar 16, 2026 • 14:01

Andorra Completes €2.4M District Heating Upgrade Boosting Waste Energy by 25%

Project integrates networks in two parishes to serve over 110 buildings with 36 GWh annually, amid warnings of tariff hikes due to Middle East conflict-driven oil and gas price surges.

Environment•1 Source•Mar 15, 2026 • 07:01

Tanjung Puting: World's Top Orangutan Haven in Borneo

Tanjung Puting National Park in Borneo offers unparalleled orangutan observation amid recovering habitats, thanks to Dr.

Environment•1 Source•Mar 13, 2026 • 17:02

Catalonia Activates VENTCAT Alert for Extreme Winds

Civil Protection issues yellow and orange warnings for gusts up to 126 km/h in northern Catalonia this Sunday, with dust clouds, rough seas, and.

Environment•1 Source•Mar 11, 2026 • 14:30

Andorra la Vella Scraps Vall d'Enclar Natural Park Plan

Parish council shelves project after feasibility study deems it unviable, shifting focus to cultural and heritage promotion instead.

Environment•5 Sources•Mar 11, 2026 • 07:31

Heavy Snow Destroys Andorra's Grau Roig Solar Park

Snow accumulation at 2,050m altitude buckled supports and shattered panels at the 2023-opened facility, halting all energy production as FEDA.

Environment•4 Sources•Mar 11, 2026 • 07:30

Andorra Hosts 7th Global Mountain Partnership Meeting with 150 Delegates from 45+ Countries

and prosperous mountain communities under the theme 'Mountains for the Future.'.

Environment•1 Source•Mar 10, 2026 • 22:01

Andorra Awards €4.4M Concession for 34 Rooftop Solar Facilities

The government has granted a private firm a concession to install photovoltaic panels on public building rooftops, generating 5.5 MW—4% of national.

Environment•4 Sources•Mar 10, 2026 • 20:15

Andorra's Wettest Winter Since 1997 with Record Snow and Storms

Andorra endured its wettest winter since 1997 at 220% of average precipitation, slightly warmer temperatures, 13 storms, and 99 days of continuous.