The area around the cottage hamlet of Čierny Potok among the Súľovské Rocks in Slovakia is ranked at the fourth level of protection. Yet, reducing the level of protection to level two is being […]
Less is More for Peace Bay
The construction of a sports complex at ZátOKa pOKoja (Peace Bay) in Trenčín, approved by the City Council in March, may disrupt the natural character of the area, according to activists, who […]
Protect Yourself, Save the World!
Sigija Kalniņa, Emīlija Estere Pole, Alise Rutka, Līga Uzuliņa, Dāvids Šaršūns, Latvia, 11-14 years The Problem of Used Face Masks Nowadays Disposable face masks have become an integral component of our lives. […]
Toad domino effect
Enija Gleizdāne, Antra Teirumnieka, Latvia, 15 years With the coming of spring, days become longer and warmer, nature and animals start waking up. Toads are an important part of our ecosystem. However, […]
EVERY CENT COUNTS
A woman and her son are searching through a garbage bin for refundable containers. Every cent counts in their situation. Reporting context/solution to the problem: In 2022, Slovakia launched a system to […]
FROG TAXI
In the spring, frogs from the local forest need to overcome barriers to reach ponds. At the suggestion of their teacher, a group of student volunteers decided to provide a frog taxi […]
No smoke without fire – electronic cigarettes affect environment and health
Roze Aleksa Bogdane, Latvia, 15-18 years Electronic cigarettes are now very popular among young people and have become an attribute of style. They are sold with different liquids that give the smoke […]
Slow down! Do not exceed the speed of fashion
Estere Felicita Žukovska, Latvia, 11-14 years
Young Reporters for the Environment 