Chemnitz celebrates apples with more than 1,000 new trees
The Capital of Culture celebrates the apple: even more tree plantings, a varied program of events and a contribution to biodiversity characterize the "Harvest" planting festival.
Sustainability and environmental protection in Saxony
The latest news on climate protection, the environment, sustainability and climate change in Saxony and around the world.
A little koala is growing up at Leipzig Zoo
The keepers at Leipzig Zoo have been observing the growing pouch of a female koala for weeks. Now there is certainty about the offspring.
Rare species, old trees: Wechselburg Park in a changing climate
In Wechselburg Castle Park, nature meets monument protection. This poses challenges. Now the park is to be made fit for climate change with a maintenance concept.
Care service in nature: Park seminar in Wechselburg
Wechselburg Castle Park is involved in a program to adapt to climate change. A piece of the future is also to be planted at the third Saxon Parks Seminar.
Pillnitz camellia moves back into the greenhouse
The historic camellia is back in its winter quarters in the current autumn weather. The temperature in the glass house is kept constant with the help of computers.
Government develops climate change strategy
Climate change is also making itself felt in Saxony. A strategy is to be developed on how to deal with it.
Greens want strict rules for raw material extraction
All mining is an intervention in nature and has consequences for the environment. The planned lithium mining in the Eastern Ore Mountains will be no different. The Greens are therefore calling for conditions to be imposed.
Remove fall leaves: These rules apply in Saxony
Fall marks the start of the leaf season. Who is responsible for removing and disposing of leaves, where to dispose of them correctly and what services are available in Saxon cities.
Nine conservationists honored for their commitment
1,200 people in Saxony are involved in nature conservation on a voluntary basis. Without them, many projects would not be possible, emphasizes the Environment Minister.
Wolf visited gardens in Bautzen - now it has died
In the district of Bautzen, a wolf repeatedly approached houses and gardens. The carcass of the animal has now been found. The 13-year-old female probably died of old age.
Bird of the Year: Grey partridge on the brink of extinction in Saxony
The partridge is the bird of the year 2026, but in Saxony it is difficult to find the animals outdoors. This is because they only live here in isolated numbers.
Mushroom season in Saxony is slow
Mushroom lovers have to be patient in Saxony: The yield is meagre, but experts are hoping for late fall. Meanwhile, a mushroom from North America is causing a stir.
Annual meeting of conservationists - focus on field hamsters
Without volunteers, not much would happen in nature conservation in Saxony. At their annual meeting this weekend, the focus will be on an animal species that is currently being successfully reintroduced in Saxony.
Annual meeting of conservationists - focus on field hamsters
Without volunteers, not much would happen in nature conservation in Saxony. At their annual meeting this weekend, the focus will be on an animal species that is currently being successfully reintroduced in Saxony.
Olbernhau landfill receives money for remediation
How safe is the landfill in Olbernhau? The state directorate is now granting the operator a lot of money to put the landfill to the test.
Fire department rescues trapped cat in Dresden
A cat slips into a narrow crevice in Dresden and can no longer free itself. But rescue is near.
State directorate allows beavers to be shot
The beaver has long been a source of annoyance for pond owners in Upper Lusatia. Now the regional authorities have approved a drastic measure.
EU millions for field hamsters in Saxony
More hamsters on arable land in Saxony: That is the aim of a new EU-funded project. This is how to get the rodent offspring to thrive.
Kretschmer also calls for climate targets to be softened
CDU politician Kuban calls for Germany's current climate targets to be scrapped. Saxony's Minister President agrees.
Pilot plant for the recovery of gallium goes into operation
Gallium is one of the magic words on the raw materials market. The blue-grey metal is considered the backbone of the semiconductor industry. Now the focus is increasingly on recovering the element.
Seven young Komodo dragons lure visitors to the renovated zoo terrarium
From young Komodo dragons to rare iguanas: what visitors can discover in the newly renovated terrarium at Leipzig Zoo.
ASF in Saxony: Restricted zones shrink following epidemic balance sheet
Fewer restrictions for farmers and hunters: After only one case of African swine fever last year, the restricted zones in Saxony are shrinking significantly.
New terrarium opens - Rare lizards hatch in Leipzig
The terrarium at Leipzig Zoo opens after refurbishment. In addition to snakes and alligators, seven newly hatched specimens of an endangered species will also be on display.
Leipzig's giraffe offspring is called Moya
Leipzig Zoo received hundreds of name suggestions. One clearly prevailed in the vote.
Leipzig's giraffe offspring is called Moya
Leipzig Zoo received hundreds of name suggestions. One clearly prevailed in the vote.
Saxony promotes climate change model projects in municipalities
How can new parks and water areas save the urban climate? Municipalities have the chance to receive state funding - and citizens benefit directly from the model projects.
Fewer forests in Saxony - expansion target missed so far
Saxony's forests are set to play an even greater role in the future as a source of timber, a habitat for endangered animals and plants and a recreational area for people. But the area is shrinking.
Wolf in hunting law? Saxony calls for rapid implementation
There is an emotional debate about how to deal with wolves. The Federal Ministry of Agriculture is working on new rules to prevent livestock from being killed. Saxony is pushing for a quick decision.
Sachsenforst to focus on less stringent forest standards in future
Sachsenforst largely renounces FSC certification. Environmental associations and the Greens criticize: The decision is a step backwards for sustainable forest management.