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Global Efforts Resume to Tackle Plastic Pollution Crisis
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Global Efforts Resume to Tackle Plastic Pollution Crisis

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The approximately 460 million tons of plastic produced every year do not disappear and affect both us and nature. Now, the world's countries are gathering once again to try to reach an agreement on plastic pollution
Paper Maps Still Essential for Navigating Swedish Mountains
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Paper Maps Still Essential for Navigating Swedish Mountains

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The Swedish mountain world is now in its most intense visit period. Despite widespread digitization, it is still the paper map that reigns
Government to Review Protected Species List to Ease Forestry Impact
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Government to Review Protected Species List to Ease Forestry Impact

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The Government does not want certain protected species, such as a low-growing orchid, to be able to affect forestry to the same extent as today. New rules will be introduced, according to Climate and Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari (The Liberals)
New Textile Waste Rules Allow Throwing Holey Socks in Trash
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New Textile Waste Rules Allow Throwing Holey Socks in Trash

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From and with October 1 this year, you can throw away broken and holey clothes directly in the trash can. The textile law that has applied since the turn of the year has created problems in the country's municipalities
Recycled Plastic Pellets Found to Contain Toxic Chemical Mixtures
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Recycled Plastic Pellets Found to Contain Toxic Chemical Mixtures

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Plastic pollution is a threat to humans, animals and the entire planet. But recycling does not solve the problems
Moose Added to Sweden's Endangered Species List
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Moose Added to Sweden's Endangered Species List

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Moose and otter are redlisted while the otter has become viable. Now SLU (Sweden's Agricultural University) is presenting its new, preliminary list of redlisted species in Sweden
Sweden's Plastic Bag Usage Hits Record Low, New Data Shows
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Sweden's Plastic Bag Usage Hits Record Low, New Data Shows

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13 plastic bags per person – that's how many bags we took home food in last year. It's the lowest figure since 2017 and means a reduction of 66 plastic bags per person
26 New Invasive Species Added to EU Warning List
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26 New Invasive Species Added to EU Warning List

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26 new species are included on the EU's list of invasive species. Several of them are already found in Swedish homes and gardens
Sweden Plans to Lower Wolf Population Target Amid Criticism
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Sweden Plans to Lower Wolf Population Target Amid Criticism

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The Swedish minimum level for wolves should be lowered from 300 to 170 animals, the government announces. The message is met with criticism
Amanda Lind Criticizes Kristersson's Climate Policy at Almedalen
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Amanda Lind Criticizes Kristersson's Climate Policy at Almedalen

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The Green party's spokesperson Amanda Lind goes on the attack against the government's climate policy in Almedalen. Ulf Kristersson has not gained control over the climate
Oats and Wheat: Future of Sustainable Clothing
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Oats and Wheat: Future of Sustainable Clothing

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Shirts of wheat and dresses of oats. It can become reality when researchers are getting closer to methods of making textiles from agricultural by-products
Swedes Increasingly Resigned to Climate Change, Survey Reveals
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Swedes Increasingly Resigned to Climate Change, Survey Reveals

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Four out of ten Swedes feel resigned to the climate development. This is twice as many compared to 2019, shows a new survey
Over 1 Million Tons of Plastic in Sweden in 2023, Minimal Recycling
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Over 1 Million Tons of Plastic in Sweden in 2023, Minimal Recycling

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Almost 1. 1 million tons of plastic were placed on the Swedish market in 2023 – but only a small proportion is recycled
Sweden's Emissions Rise Sends Negative Signal Ahead of COP30
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Sweden's Emissions Rise Sends Negative Signal Ahead of COP30

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Sweden's increased emissions are worrying and a very negative political signal to the outside world, according to climate expert Björn-Ola Linnér. Although it was expected, it is remarkable, he says
Sweden's Emissions Set to Decrease in 2025, Says Climate Minister
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Sweden's Emissions Set to Decrease in 2025, Says Climate Minister

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The Left Party says that the government is ruining the climate policy, and the Green party describes it as a "historic failure", since fresh figures have shown that Sweden's emission increase is the highest since 2010. But according to Climate and Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari (The Liberals) the emissions have turned downwards again
Swedish Emissions Surge in 2024, Challenging Climate Goals
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Swedish Emissions Surge in 2024, Challenging Climate Goals

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Emissions of greenhouse gases in Sweden increased significantly in 2024 – by 7 percent compared to the previous year, shows preliminary statistics from the Environmental Protection Agency. The reduction of the reduction obligation is considered to have led to the increase, which is the largest since 2010
White-Backed Woodpecker Population Rises in Sweden After Conservation Efforts
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White-Backed Woodpecker Population Rises in Sweden After Conservation Efforts

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The acutely threatened white-backed woodpecker has increased in number after a several year long action program, writes the Environmental Protection Agency in a press release.
Sweden Proposes New Electric Car Bonus for Rural Residents
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Sweden Proposes New Electric Car Bonus for Rural Residents

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Now there is a proposal on how the government's new electric car bonus will work – and who can get it. The requirement is to live in the countryside, not have access to good public transport and not earn too much
Swedish Wolf Population Declines According to Latest Inventory
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Swedish Wolf Population Declines According to Latest Inventory

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The number of wolves around the country has decreased since last winter, according to the Environmental Protection Agency's annual inventory.
No Appeal on Limestone Extraction Ruling for Heidelberg Materials
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No Appeal on Limestone Extraction Ruling for Heidelberg Materials

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The Environmental Protection Agency will not appeal the verdict that gives Heidelberg Materials the right to continue extracting limestone in Slite on Gotland, writes the authority in a press release.
Global 1.5-Degree Climate Target at Risk in Next Five Years
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Global 1.5-Degree Climate Target at Risk in Next Five Years

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The coming five years will be continued warm, according to the weather organization WMO. Probably the five-year period will exceed 1
Norway Proposes Ban on Lilacs as Invasive Species
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Norway Proposes Ban on Lilacs as Invasive Species

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One of the clearest signs of early summer – the lilac blooming – may be on its way to being banned in Norway, writes Aftonbladet.
Heidelberg Quarry in Gotland Approved for 30 More Years, Boosting Preparedness
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Heidelberg Quarry in Gotland Approved for 30 More Years, Boosting Preparedness

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The limestone quarrying outside Slite on Gotland will be allowed to continue for another 30 years, the Land and Environment Court has ruled. The verdict is welcomed by industry organizations and the company itself
Swedish Cement Faces Crucial Court Verdict on Limestone Extraction
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Swedish Cement Faces Crucial Court Verdict on Limestone Extraction

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Four years ago, Sweden risked a cement shortage. Now a new verdict is coming that can be crucial for Swedish cement
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