Environment

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

Environment•4 Related•Feb 02, 2026 • 19:01

Andorra Issues Yellow Alert for Winds, Rain and Snow as Cold Front Lowers Snow Levels

Servei Meteorològic d’Andorra activates yellow alert from this afternoon until midnight due to intense precipitation from an Atlantic cold front,.

Environment•4 Related•Feb 02, 2026 • 18:01

Andorra Rangers Report Surge in Vehicle Violations and Dog Incidents in Natural Areas

Corps of Rangers issued 18 reports for motorized vehicles in 2025, nearly double 2024's total, alongside rises in open fires, dangerous dogs, and.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 31, 2026 • 20:46

Andorra Extends Yellow Alerts for Intensifying Snow, Winds, and Avalanches

Precipitation above 1,200m disrupts roads and prompts equipment checks as winds gust to 100km/h and avalanche risk stays at level 3.

Environment•2 Related•Jan 30, 2026 • 08:05

Andorra Awards €4.4M Solar Panel Contract for 34 Public Buildings

Government partners with consortium to install 5MW photovoltaic systems, gaining revenue via canon while boosting self-consumption and cutting.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 26, 2026 • 17:08

Andorra's Coex and Firefighters Detonate Avalanches After Heavy Snowfall

Andorra's special forces and firefighters blasted high-risk slopes to trigger controlled avalanches amid a top-level alert for wet slides fueled by rain and warming temperatures.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 25, 2026 • 10:46

Storm Ingrid Brings Fresh Snow, Disruptions to Andorra

Light snow continued in northern Andorra on Sunday after Saturday's heavy falls caused accidents, traffic jams, and strict police enforcement on key.

Environment•5 Related•Jan 23, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Relaunches Tender for Serrat Hydro Plant After Failures

Government to launch third public tender for hydroelectric project in Ordino, expected to generate 7,000 MWh/year for 2,200 households, boosting.

Environment•2 Related•Jan 21, 2026 • 12:46

Multiple Rockfalls Hit Andorra Amid Persistent Rain

Heavy rainfall triggers rockfalls in Escaldes-Engolasters, Pas de la Casa, and Sant Julià de Lòria; emergency teams contain risks with no injuries.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 21, 2026 • 07:02

Andorra's 2025 averaged 11.9°C, 1.3°C above norm, marking four straight years over 1°C anomaly amid record

Andorra's 2025 averaged 11.9°C (+1.3°C anomaly) at FEDA Central, 4th warmest since 1950, marking four straight years over 1°C amid records.

Environment•3 Related•Jan 20, 2026 • 10:01

Andorra Maintains Level 4 Avalanche Risk Above 2100m Amid Heavy Snow

Heavy snowfalls and strong winds create unstable slabs, with yellow alert until Monday and forecasts for more precipitation.

Environment•2 Related•Jan 18, 2026 • 18:16

Record 25 Meteorologists Attend Ninth Andorra Weather Meeting

Pal Arinsal hosts international event blending climate talks, aviation risks, hurricanes, and interactive PS5 climate tool with skiing and spa.

Environment•3 Related•Jan 18, 2026 • 06:46

Andorra Issues Yellow Alert for Heavy Snowfall and Avalanches

Intense snowfall expected above 1,500m from Saturday to Sunday, with up to 45cm accumulations at high altitudes and level 4 avalanche risk above.

Environment•2 Related•Jan 16, 2026 • 11:46

Andorra Braces for Multi-Day Winter Storm with Snow and Frost

Andorran Meteorology Service issues alerts for frost, freezing rain, and heavy snow accumulation through next week, prompting preemptive road.

Environment•2 Related•Jan 15, 2026 • 11:31

Andorra la Vella Bird Boxes 37.5% Occupied with Breeding Signs

Council inspections in Central and Cedre Parks reveal birds using 37.5% of 16 nesting boxes installed last March, including nests from raspinell and.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 15, 2026 • 06:32

FEDA Completes €2.5M Refurbishment of Encamp Hydro Plant, Boosting Capacity by 1,000kW

Andorra's FEDA has overhauled its three 1930s-era hydroelectric groups at Encamp, extending life by 20 years and enhancing efficiency amid future.

Environment•5 Related•Jan 15, 2026 • 06:32

Andorra la Vella Fixes Major Leak Saving 270,000 Litres Daily

Repair on Carrer del Pobladó, enabled by new digital water network, stops 5% of parish consumption loss, boosting efficiency to 76%.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 14, 2026 • 14:01

Andorra's Ransol Records 66cm Snow from Storm Goretti, Highest in Years

Storm Goretti dumped 66cm of snow at Ransol station, the most since 2022, with 37cm in 24 hours marking the strongest daily snowfall in six years.

Environment•2 Related•Jan 14, 2026 • 06:46

Delegation from Catalonia's public renewable energy company toured Andorra's state electricity provider

The exchange of knowledge on public electricity management forms part of a joint work plan between Andorra and Catalonia's governments to advance energy transition initiatives.

Environment•3 Related•Jan 12, 2026 • 19:01

Storm Goretti Dumps Record 1.26m Snow on Andorra, Sparking Avalanche Alerts

Accumulations peaked at Sorteny station over 48 hours, disrupting roads and elevating danger levels to 4 in the north amid thawing snowpack.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 10, 2026 • 15:15

Andorra Hit by Over 50cm Snow from Storm Goretti

Heavy snowfall triggers orange alerts, avalanche risks, road restrictions, and ski disruptions across Andorra, with extreme winds and cold.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 10, 2026 • 13:01

Andorra Issues Orange Alert for Goretti Storm's Heavy Snow and Winds

Intense snowfall up to 90cm forecast above 2,100m in northern parishes through Sunday, with avalanche risk at maximum level 4 and nationwide yellow.

Environment•5 Related•Jan 08, 2026 • 06:45

Andorra Records Coldest Urban Morning in 5 Years at -17.2°C

Fonts d'Arinsal hit -17.2°C on Wednesday, the sharpest urban freeze since 2021, with yellow alert in place amid clear skies and Arctic air.

Environment•2 Related•Jan 05, 2026 • 22:15

Andorra Public Backs Renewables Surge Amid IMF Carbon Tax Push

84% of Andorrans support boosting domestic renewable energy to cut imports and costs, with solar leading preferences; IMF urges €150/tonne carbon.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 05, 2026 • 14:15

Andorra Issues Yellow Alert for Arctic Cold on Three Kings Day

Arctic air mass brings negative temperatures, snow, ice, and gusts across Andorra on January 6, impacting parades with felt chills to -17°C.

Environment•4 Related•Jan 04, 2026 • 07:00

Andorra Braces for Widespread Low-Level Snowfall on Three Kings Day

Cold air mass from northern Europe triggers generalised snow around 100m altitude on January 5, coinciding with parades in Andorra and Catalonia,.