Environment

Sheep—500 of them, two shepherds and a dog—are Madrid's latest way to keep its parks clear of underbrush that could lead to fires.

A mild winter brings bears out of hibernation in Sweden's nature parks. But what will they do in summer?

Moves are underway to cut the air link in favor of trains both to save the planet and to free up long-distance slots at Schiphol Airport.

Europe's Environmental Ministers will discuss a proposal for EU-wide taxes on aviation that would benefit the environment.

One of America's most diverse ecosystems, and one often threatened by development, has been upgraded to a National Park.

Jonathan L shares more of his Real New York series, this time exploring a fascinating part of Upper Manhattan and the Bronx.

The Havasupai Tribe still welcomes visitors to its remote and beautiful area, but they'll have to do it without professional outfitters.

A Swiss study showed that people reduced energy use for showers when they could see how much the meter was moving.

Visitor rates are zooming in picturesque national parks, driven by the search for iconic pictures to post—but it's taking a toll on the 'great outdoors.'

As part of a move toward cleaner energy use in the cruise industry, Hurtigruten's new engines will be able to burn bio gas from dead fish and trees.

A wide-ranging program approved by the European Parliament is aimed at clearing plastic refuse from seas and rivers.

If you've always had a yen to see nature's most spectacular light show, the Northern Lights, or if you prefer, Aurora Borealis, now's the time, according to experts cited by The Telegraph (UK). Dr. Nathan Case of AuroraWatch UK told the paper that “The months surrounding the equinoxes are generally good for aurora hunting. As we head into winter, the evenings start to stretch out, giving us more chance to see them. A space weather phenomenon called the 'Russell-McPherson' effect also means...