TL;DRThe EU is initiating infringement proceedings against all 27 member states due to a slow increase in energy efficiency within their building stock. The slow progress in energy-efficient renovations is being criticized.
TL;DRThe German Association of Cities is calling on the department store chain Galeria to involve municipalities in discussions about the future of threatened branches. This concerns the cities' right to have a say in decision-making.
TL;DRGreenpeace warns that construction and climate change are pushing Spain's coastlines to the brink of collapse. The organization advocates for nature-based alternatives to beach regeneration.
TL;DRA study estimates that European mobile network operators could incur costs of up to 40 billion euros if Chinese network equipment providers are banned. This figure is four times higher than Brussels' previous estimations.
TL;DRThe German federal government is being urged to ensure access to swimming pools for everyone, arguing that affordable swimming pools are part of essential public services. The rising prices of swimming pool entry are presented as a problematic issue.
TL;DRForest fires in southern Europe, particularly near Bordeaux, are proving difficult to combat due to high temperatures. Approximately 10,000 tourists have been evacuated from the French Atlantic coast as a result of a spreading fire.
TL;DRDog owners in Chiasso will soon be required to remove their dogs' urine during walks, in addition to feces. A water bottle is suggested as the necessary tool for this task.