Environment

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

Environment•4 Related•Sept 28, 2026 • 17:30

Andorra la Vella Upgrades Aging Water Pumps at Stadium for Reliable Supply

Andorra la Vella council invested €428,140 to install modern pumps at the municipal stadium's water facility. The upgrades ensure stable supply for half the parish's drinking water while cutting energy use through advanced controls.

Environment•4 Related•Sept 28, 2026 • 13:30

Andorra's Dog Shelter Hits Historic Low with 13 Dogs Amid €800K Upgrades

Andorra reports a record low of 13 dogs in its Canine Protection Centre thanks to awareness drives and heavy investments. Upgrades include new veterinary services and recreation areas to enhance animal welfare and adoptions.

Environment•3 Related•Sept 28, 2026 • 02:30

Petition Demands Halt to Alt de la Capa Viewpoint Over Environmental Fears

A growing Change.org petition urges Massana parish council to pause construction of a high-altitude astronomical viewpoint in Arinsal, citing risks to fragile ecosystems amid the parish's Starlight tourism push. Organizers seek full impact studies and greener options.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 25, 2026 • 18:15

Catalan Firefighter Warns Pyrenees Wildfires Turning Sixth-Generation in Andorra

Uncontrollable wildfires fueled by overgrown forests and climate shifts threaten the Pyrenees, with calls for grazing, fuel breaks, and self-protection to adapt amid rising risks.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 24, 2026 • 20:30

Encamp Council to Vacuum Duckweed and Drain Parc de l'Ossa Pond

Encamp's council plans to clean the pond in Parc de l'Ossa by removing duckweed, draining it fully, and refilling with fresh river water, following technical advice amid opposition concerns over costs and efficacy.

Environment•4 Related•Sept 23, 2026 • 12:00

Andorra River Flows Below Average All Summer, Deficits Hit 52% in July

Andorra's rivers recorded below-average flows throughout summer 2026, per the Water Resources Monitoring Bulletin, with significant deficits raising concerns for water supplies if autumn rains fail to materialize.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 22, 2026 • 20:00

JECS Forum Tackles Climate Change Impacts on Health, Energy, and Wildfires in Andorra

Experts gather in Sant Julià de Lòria to explore rising temperatures, droughts, storms, and their effects on health, energy consumption, and Pyrenean wildfires. The free forum projects 2030 scenarios amid growing energy demands.

Environment•4 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 14:45

Encamp to Designate 528-Hectare Circ dels Pessons as Natural Park by 2027

Encamp parish will fully finance the protection of the 528-hectare zone, previously part of a ski domain but excluded from the latest concession. Approval process involves technical studies and extended public input, maintaining current land uses.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 13:30

Andorra Sostenible Launches Week-Long Clean Up Day to Clear Litter from Nature

Citizens, businesses, and groups are invited to pick litter from natural areas using the Litterati app, promoting stewardship. Organizers extended the event to a full week for maximum involvement.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 21, 2026 • 13:15

Andorra's Birdwatching Data Joins EuroBirdPortal for Real-Time Tracking

Local observations from volunteers are now integrated into the European platform, enhancing near real-time insights into bird distributions, migrations, and potential disease risks across the continent.

Environment•4 Related•Sept 20, 2026 • 12:00

Andorra la Vella POUP Protects Central Park as Permanent Public Green Space

Andorra la Vella's Parish Planning and Urban Development Plan fully preserves Central Park by protecting its 18,000 square metres and requiring transfer to public ownership, eliminating future rental costs while prioritizing sustainability.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 17, 2026 • 15:15

Andorra Forest Councils Launch Aerial Moth Treatment Across All Parishes

Forest councils in Andorra initiate a helicopter-based campaign next week using an EC-approved biological agent to control pine processionary moths. The treatment spans all parishes, prioritizing outbreak areas while ensuring safety for public activities.

Environment•4 Related•Sept 15, 2026 • 18:15

Andorra's 2026 Summer Shatters Heat Records, Hottest Since 1950

Andorra logged its hottest meteorological summer on record in 2026, beating 2023 by 0.5°C with extreme anomalies, unprecedented heatwaves, and intense August storms.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 14, 2026 • 23:15

Andorra Summer University Opens on Climate Change Economics

The 42nd Universitat d’Estiu i Tardor kicked off in Andorra, spotlighting the economics of climate action. Experts warn of relocation risks and free-rider problems, praising low-cost tech like EVs while calling for EU-wide emission cuts.

Environment•4 Related•Sept 14, 2026 • 19:00

Andorra Selects Two Scientists for Mountain Genomics Program

Andorra's AR+I and Spain's CRG launch the Mountain Genomics Talent Programme, funding two researchers to pioneer genomics for detecting invisible microbes and chemicals in alpine ecosystems. Their work targets biotech innovations and environmental monitoring amid climate challenges.

Environment•2 Related•Sept 13, 2026 • 18:15

Andorra Creates First National Park in Valls de Canillo i Ordino

This milestone boosts Andorra's conservation efforts, with Minister Guillem Casal highlighting quality-focused measures and progress in Encamp's Pessons area amid parish collaborations.

Environment•5 Related•Sept 10, 2026 • 13:45

Andorra Approves First National Park Covering 18.9% of Territory

Legislation for Andorra's inaugural national natural park in the Canillo and Ordino valleys has cleared the Council of Ministers and heads to parliament. It emphasizes conservation, research, and regulated activities while banning disruptive infrastructure.

Environment•3 Related•Sept 10, 2026 • 12:15

Environment

Andorra la Vella Upgrades Aging Water Pumps at Stadium for Reliable Supply

Andorra's Dog Shelter Hits Historic Low with 13 Dogs Amid €800K Upgrades

Petition Demands Halt to Alt de la Capa Viewpoint Over Environmental Fears

Catalan Firefighter Warns Pyrenees Wildfires Turning Sixth-Generation in Andorra

Encamp Council to Vacuum Duckweed and Drain Parc de l'Ossa Pond

Andorra River Flows Below Average All Summer, Deficits Hit 52% in July

JECS Forum Tackles Climate Change Impacts on Health, Energy, and Wildfires in Andorra

Encamp to Designate 528-Hectare Circ dels Pessons as Natural Park by 2027

Andorra Sostenible Launches Week-Long Clean Up Day to Clear Litter from Nature

Andorra's Birdwatching Data Joins EuroBirdPortal for Real-Time Tracking

Andorra la Vella POUP Protects Central Park as Permanent Public Green Space

Andorra Forest Councils Launch Aerial Moth Treatment Across All Parishes

Andorra's 2026 Summer Shatters Heat Records, Hottest Since 1950

Andorra Summer University Opens on Climate Change Economics

Andorra Selects Two Scientists for Mountain Genomics Program

Andorra Creates First National Park in Valls de Canillo i Ordino

Andorra Approves First National Park Covering 18.9% of Territory

Andorra Resumes Field Work on Sentinel Lakes to Track Climate Impacts

Andorra Records First September Heatwave, Shattering Temperature Marks

Andorra Minister Completes Draft Water Law for Climate Era

Andorra Advances €10M Biomethanisation Plant for Organic Waste

Andorra's Third-Warmest August on Record Hits 21.4°C Amid Heatwaves and Storms

Encamp Council Installs Solar Panels on Sports Complex and Nursery

Andorra Issues Yellow Alert for Heatwave Up to 35°C Through Sunday

Andorra's UETA Tackles Climate Change with Expert Talks