Public Transport Pass Sales Rise in Eastern Austria in 2024
According to VOR, there are now over 62,000 VOR KlimaTickets in circulation, marking a 9.5% increase in sales.
Climate Activists Deflate Tyres of 40 Cars in Vienna
The group appears to be affiliated with the Tyre Extinguishers movement, which has claimed responsibility for deflating car tyres in Vienna before.
Austria Prepares for Final Summer Heatwave
Temperatures exceeding 30C are set to make a return to Austria this week as the summer’s final heatwave takes hold.
Early Bloom of Invasive Weed Raises Allergy Concerns
High temperatures and abundant rainfall in May and June created ideal conditions for ragweed growth, raising concerns for allergy sufferers.
2024 Could Be Austria’s Hottest Year Ever
The average air temperature in Austria for 2024 is already 3.8 degrees Celsius above the annual average for the period 1961-1990.
“Last Generation Austria” Announces Break Up
In one of their final actions, activists spilled paint and glued themselves to the floor at Vienna Airport, leading to multiple arrests.
Greenpeace Warns of Future Water Shortages
Greenpeace says 471 municipalities across Austria face a significant risk of severe water shortages by 2050.
MuseumsQuartier Aims for Climate Neutrality by 2030
With further greening measures planned, the ultimate goal is to transform around 30% of the MQ into green space.