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Wolf criticism of Sweden is closed down
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Wolf criticism of Sweden is closed down

After 15 years of court threats, the European Commission is dropping its old case against Sweden's wolf hunting. But new lawsuits may be coming instead
Appeals against wolf hunting: "Highly endangered species"
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Appeals against wolf hunting: "Highly endangered species"

Stop wolf hunting. This is demanded by the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation, which is appealing the county administrative boards' decisions on licensed hunting
This is how many times you have to wear the Christmas sweater
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This is how many times you have to wear the Christmas sweater

The Christmas sweater – the perfect garment for mulled wine parties and Christmas parties or the most unnecessary clothing purchase of the year? It's probably okay if you plan to wear the sweater every Christmas until the year 2300, says Beatrice Rindevall, chairwoman of the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation.
Climate agreement complete – but criticism is harsh
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Climate agreement complete – but criticism is harsh

The climate summit in Brazil has agreed on an agreement. The EU and several other countries had pushed for an agreement that required a “roadmap” to phase out fossil fuels – but the text makes no mention of that
Harsh criticism against Sweden after wolf decision
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Harsh criticism against Sweden after wolf decision

Sweden's political decision to have a wolf population of at least 170 individuals conflicts with the EU's requirements for scientifically based nature conservation. The Commission is now criticizing Sweden's decision and calling for a revision
Climate summit canceled due to fire
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Climate summit canceled due to fire

The premises of the UN climate summit COP30 had to be evacuated after a major fire broke out. The meeting was interrupted and will not resume until midnight Swedish time at the earliest
Green funds invest in blacklisted mines
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Green funds invest in blacklisted mines

Swedish funds and banks are investing in blacklisted mining projects through green funds, a new report shows. I can understand that savers feel frustrated that it is difficult to make a green fund choice, says Jakob König at Fair Finance Guide, who conducted the survey together with the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation
How Fashion Brands Use Stress and Manipulation to Drive Purchases
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How Fashion Brands Use Stress and Manipulation to Drive Purchases

The clock is ticking, there are only a few items left, buy a little more and you get free shipping. And before you pay – you have probably seen that this cardigan matches the blouse in your shopping cart? The tricks to rush purchases are many and companies do not hesitate to use them
PFAS Use in Swedish Agriculture Rises Sharply, Raising Concerns
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PFAS Use in Swedish Agriculture Rises Sharply, Raising Concerns

The sale of plant protection products with the eternal chemical PFAS has skyrocketed. Last year, just over 76 tons were sold in Sweden, which can be compared to 47 tons five years earlier
Housing Costs Threaten Participation at Climate Summit in Brazil
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Housing Costs Threaten Participation at Climate Summit in Brazil

The world's countries gather annually to try to manage the climate problems and the planet's warming. It is here, at the meetings, the decisions are made that will lead the work forward
Sweden's Bear Hunt Faces Criticism Over High Quota
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Sweden's Bear Hunt Faces Criticism Over High Quota

Today, the licence hunt for bear in Sweden begins. 465 animals are to be shot – almost a fifth of Sweden's entire population
Plastic Agreement Talks Fail to Reach Consensus in Geneva
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Plastic Agreement Talks Fail to Reach Consensus in Geneva

The world's countries have not been able to agree on how the planet and life on earth should be protected from harmful plastics. Negotiators in Geneva had to leave the meeting empty-handed and without an agreement for production, recycling and waste management of plastic
Residents Face Costs for PFAS Water Purification in Sweden
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Residents Face Costs for PFAS Water Purification in Sweden

In several municipalities, the drinking water still contains high levels of PFAS chemicals. Despite the polluter according to law should pay for the purification, the costs can instead be borne by the residents
Scotland Urges Action on Aggressive Seagulls Amid Safety Concerns
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Scotland Urges Action on Aggressive Seagulls Amid Safety Concerns

Pets are killed, ankles are twisted and children cry. Aggressive seagulls instill fear in Scotland
EU Climate Goal Criticized for Potential Emissions Shift Outside Union
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EU Climate Goal Criticized for Potential Emissions Shift Outside Union

Parts of the EU countries' climate work can take place in countries outside the union with the new climate goal. The proposal is heavily criticized by environmental organizations and similar previous initiatives have been difficult to control
Sweden Plans to Lower Wolf Population Target Amid Criticism
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Sweden Plans to Lower Wolf Population Target Amid Criticism

The Swedish minimum level for wolves should be lowered from 300 to 170 animals, the government announces. The message is met with criticism
Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays
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Ocean Protection Agreement Nears Ratification as Sweden Delays

An important agreement that is meant to protect the deep sea is approaching. When the UN's ocean conference in Nice is concluded, 50 of the 60 countries required for it to come into force have ratified the agreement
Tough Competition Strains Oceans Amid UN Sustainability Efforts
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Tough Competition Strains Oceans Amid UN Sustainability Efforts

Plastic, overfishing, warming and brawls over the resources. Despite several acute problems, the sea and marine resources are the most underfinanced of the UN's sustainability goals
Textile Waste Collection Surges Despite Public Confusion
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Textile Waste Collection Surges Despite Public Confusion

With the new textile waste law, it was the end for worn-out socks and towels in the trash and the quantities of textile in the collection boxes have increased enormously. The Ants are expecting nearly 13,000 tons that previously ended up in household waste
PFAS Levels Surge in European Wines, Study Reveals Alarming Trend
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PFAS Levels Surge in European Wines, Study Reveals Alarming Trend

The levels of PFAS in wine have increased sharply in recent years. Far more than a hundred times above the guideline value for drinking water occur, according to a new study
Sweden is failing to meet climate targets
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Sweden is failing to meet climate targets

Sweden appears to be missing the set climate targets up to 2045. The government admits that more measures are required to even approach the goals of reduced emissions
Vattenfall Prepares Autumn Application as Sweden Backs Nuclear Expansion
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Vattenfall Prepares Autumn Application as Sweden Backs Nuclear Expansion

The Government is now presenting its plan for financing new nuclear power – something that is welcomed by the industry. We are preparing ourselves to submit an application in the autumn, says Desirée Comstedt, responsible for the development of new nuclear power at Vattenfall
Fast pace in this year's lynx hunt
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Fast pace in this year's lynx hunt

The licence hunting of lynx is progressing. After just two weeks, the hunt has been cancelled in six of the ten counties where it was permitted, since the quota has already been reached
Over 80 lynxes to be shot – the hunt begins now
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Over 80 lynxes to be shot – the hunt begins now

Today, the licensed hunting of protected lynx begins around the country. The EU should stop the hunt, believes the Nature Conservation Association
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