Naturvårdsverket

Uppsala and Umeå have the cleanest air in Europe

Uppsala and Umeå have good air quality in Europe, according to the latest rankings. Sweden has a good reputation, but we have also had problems, says Johan Genberg on Nature Conservation.

New invasive species in Sweden – related to giant hogweed

A new invasive alien species has been discovered by chance in Värmland – a relative of the giant hogweed that has hidden itself in its undergrowth. The new broad-leaved hogweed may also exist in other parts of the country, according to Dan Mangsbo at the County Administrative Board in Värmland.

"Not enough to meet EU's climate requirements"

Sweden will not meet the EU's climate goals by 2030 – despite the proposal for increased blending of biofuels in fuels. This is what three experts say to TT.

Expert Council: Unable to Assess the Effect on Emissions

The Climate Policy Council cannot assess the size of the net effect of the government's proposal for increased reduction obligation and lower tax on fuel on Swedish emissions.

Over 70 bears shot in the first hours of the hunt

This year's bear hunt began in the morning. A total of 486 bears are allowed to be shot. After just a few hours, 71 bears had already been felled, reports Svensk Jakt.

The bear hunt is on

Discarded Laughing Gas Cylinders Leave Municipalities with Million-Dollar Bills

The use of laughing gas as a drug continues to rise. This is evident both among the police and municipalities, where tons of empty laughing gas cylinders have caused costs to skyrocket when the hazardous waste needs to be handled.

Red Light for Water Wisteria and Mummichog

Do you have water lilies in your garden pond or an African clawed frog in your aquarium, you should be aware. The species can threaten Swedish nature and must absolutely not be released according to a new ban.