Carinthia Holds Referendum on Wind Turbine Ban
Polling stations will close shortly after noon, meaning the results are expected by Sunday afternoon.
Great Tit Named Austria’s Most Common Bird
Over 17,000 reports confirmed the great tit as the top bird, followed by the house and Eurasian tree sparrows.
Austrians Prioritize Waste Reduction to Fight Climate Change
According to the survey, nearly 64% of respondents ensure they only buy as much food as their household needs.
Austria’s Air Pollution Drops to Record Low
The better air quality is partly due to a milder winter, which meant less heating was needed and pollutants spread more easily.
Sharp Increase in Reported Earthquakes in Austria in 2024
Tyrol recorded the highest number of felt earthquakes, with 70 reported, followed by Styria with 20, double the average for the past decade.
Austria’s Climate Policy Fails to Meet Key Targets
The Austrian Court of Audit found that only two of its recommendations for climate protection were fully implemented.
Fewer Snow Days in Vienna Due to Climate Change
In the 1950s, Vienna had an average of up to 50 days with a continuous snow cover, but by the 2000s, this number had dropped to 32.
Army Ends Flood Assistance Operation After Three Months
The mission began on September 15 and included three life-saving interventions.
White Christmas Possible in Austria’s Cities
However, this year, there are chances of snow in three major cities—Bregenz, Innsbruck, and Salzburg—on December 24th, although Salzburg’s forecast remains uncertain.
Alps Experience Hottest Temperatures on Record in 2024
The period between May and October saw record-breaking temperatures, with some Alpine regions experiencing their warmest months on record.