Environment

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

Environment•3 Related•Mar 20, 2026 • 17:15

Andorra la Vella Children's Council Unanimously Approves Student Proposals for Green Spaces and Inclusive Parks

Ideas from six schools include sensory play areas, an indoor intergenerational park in Espai Capital, and vertical gardens, with officials praising youth input on sustainable urban enhancements.

Environment•3 Related•Mar 20, 2026 • 06:32

Six Storks Perch in Andorran Village of Auvinyà for First Time

Residents photographed the birds on rooftops and stone chimneys, speculating they were scouting nest sites during rare spring migration stopover.

Environment•3 Related•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 Related•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 Related•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 Related•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•3 Related•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•5 Related•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 Related•Mar 11, 2026 • 07:30

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

The March 26-28 event in the Pyrenees focuses on climate adaptation, sustainable tourism, and community resilience ahead of 2030 UN goals. Participants will adopt the Andorra Declaration to prioritize mountain sustainability in global climate and biodiversity talks.

Environment•4 Related•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.

Environment•2 Related•Mar 08, 2026 • 07:01

Regina Disturbance Weakens Over Andorra, Clearer Skies Ahead

Remnants of the weather disturbance are fading, bringing progressive improvement with clearer skies and better air quality after widespread Friday.

Environment•3 Related•Mar 06, 2026 • 14:46

Andorra Advances Greenway Upgrades in Canillo Under PSIVA Plan

Minister Guillem Casal and Canillo consul Jordi Alcobé signed a €249,775 contract with CTP Lacoma to rehabilitate a 440m trail from Meritxell.

Environment•4 Related•Mar 06, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra's February 2026 Third Wettest on Record, Exceptionally Warm

Andorra experienced over triple the average February rainfall and temperatures 2.4°C above normal, driven by early storms and later high pressure.

Environment•4 Related•Mar 03, 2026 • 18:46

Escaldes-Engordany Plants 63 New Street Trees to Green Urban Areas

The parish council is installing 63 resilient tree species across public spaces to enhance environmental standards and integrate nature into the.

Environment•2 Related•Mar 02, 2026 • 18:31

Andorra Sostenible Launches 'Mirades d'aigua – Andorra 2026' Photo Contest for World Water Day

Residents invited to submit Instagram photos highlighting water's value in Andorra's environment, society, and territories, with prizes and public.

Environment•4 Related•Feb 28, 2026 • 06:16

Andorra Hunters Discipline Poacher for Illegal Chamois Kill

Andorra's Banders d’Andorra opened disciplinary proceedings against a hunter for illegal chamois kill outside authorised periods, seizing head, rifle, and device; penalties up to €4,000 fine and 4-yr.

Environment•3 Related•Feb 27, 2026 • 07:02

Andorra Advances New National Natural Park Plan

Environment Minister Guillem Casal met former ministers to review progress on a park protecting 73.69 sq km in Canillo and Ordino parishes, boosting.

Environment•3 Related•Feb 26, 2026 • 19:01

APAPMA Opposes Canillo Cable Car Over Mountain Disneyfication

Andorra's animal and environment group slams proposed cable car to Tibetan bridge as exploitative tourism push, demanding full restoration if built.

Environment•3 Related•Feb 25, 2026 • 23:01

La Massana Approves Ordinance Regulating Natural Environment Activities and Access

The unanimous measure requires council approval for events, imposes strict waste and restoration rules, and sets vehicle limits to protect landscapes and promote sustainable tourism.

Environment•3 Related•Feb 19, 2026 • 10:45

Andorra Issues Yellow Alerts for Storm Pedro: Winds and Snow

Meteorological service activates yellow alerts for strong winds and snow from tomorrow as storm Pedro approaches, with road restrictions and.

Environment•3 Related•Feb 16, 2026 • 16:30

Canillo Eyes €1M Investment in Andorra National Park Despite Cost Warnings

Senior consul Jordi Alcobé details plans for trails, guiding school and facilities to boost economy, while Ordino's Maria del Mar Coma cites Sorteny Park's €300K annual success in drawing tourists.

Environment•4 Related•Feb 15, 2026 • 12:15

Andorra Activates Pre-Alert for High Winds, Heavy Snow and Avalanches

Civil Protection issues warnings for gusts up to 120 km/h, significant snowfall, and level 4 avalanche risk amid Oriana weather system, urging.

Environment•5 Related•Feb 13, 2026 • 17:00

Andorra Extends Orange Wind Alert for Storm Nils Amid Intensifying Weather Threats

Meteorological service prolongs orange wind alert until Friday afternoon due to strong valley gusts, with yellow snow and avalanche alerts.

Environment•5 Related•Feb 12, 2026 • 22:15

La Massana Approves Strict Rules for Bikes and Motor Vehicles in Natural Areas

Parish council unanimously passes ordinance restricting downhill/enduro bikes to designated parks, motorized vehicles to wide tracks, with hefty.

Environment•5 Related•Feb 12, 2026 • 18:16

Catalonia Lifts Mobility Curbs But Suspends Schools, Services Amid Storm Nils Winds

Over 4,800 emergency calls and 2,172 firefighter incidents reported as gusts exceed 108 km/h; nine hospitalized and rail, road disruptions persist with new alerts forecast for weekend.