Italy's Forest Boom: How Rural Depopulation is Reshaping Mountain Communities
Italy's forests now exceed farmland—first time since Middle Ages. Learn how 100,000km² of woodland affects property, taxes, and mountain towns where you live.
Tracking environment for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Italy's forests now exceed farmland—first time since Middle Ages. Learn how 100,000km² of woodland affects property, taxes, and mountain towns where you live.
Italy secures €13.6 billion for renewable energy through 2028. EU blocks fuel tax cuts. Learn how this impacts your energy costs and eligibility for solar, heat pumps, and EV subsidies.
EU allows Italy to invest €3.6B in renewable energy and grid upgrades outside normal budget limits. New fiscal flexibility targets energy security through 2028.
A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Calabria Tuesday, felt across southern Italy. Learn why depth prevented damage and what residents need to know.
Climate threatens 50% of coffee lands. Italy's illycaffè fights back with new varieties. Your espresso costs rising—what roasters are doing now.
Late May 2026 weekend sunshine gives way to severe thunderstorms hitting northern Italy on Republic Day June 2. Hail, floods, and travel delays expected.
Italy's Agriculture Ministry reverses plan to allow Alpine ibex hunting. Protected status maintained for species after regional pressure, preserving conservation success.
Discover why Italian fuel prices surge from Middle East tensions and how government tax cuts affect your expenses. Climate activists demand real change.
EU opens path for drone pesticide application in Italy. What it means for farmers, organic producers, and foreign residents in wine regions. Key timeline and requirements.