Excursions to the protected island, home to Italy’s last operating prison colony, will start on 11 April. Applications open on 23 February.
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Tag: ecology
Florence launches Custodians of Green for urban climate action
The initiative is part of the city’s new Green and Open Spaces Plan.
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Montecristo island visits: bookings open for 2026 season
A total of 23 guided visits are planned between March and September 2026, with limited places available.
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Tuscany upgrades regional digital portal with new AI-powered services
From mid-February, residents will be able to make payments, check outstanding fees and access environmental procedures through the Region’s personalised online platform.
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University of Florence civil protection team deployed to Niscemi landslide
Geologists and technicians from the University of Florence are carrying out surveys and monitoring activities in Sicily.
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Development Plan Near Florence Sparks Environmental Concerns in Signa
Local residents have organised from the ground up, turning a little-known planning proposal into a broader civic debate over land use, transparency and environmental protection.
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Florence ranks fourth for tourist complaints over cleanliness
The ranking reflects visitor perceptions rather than official sanitation data.
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Recycle More, Pay More: When Environmental Policy Forgets Women
New waste regulations are rolling out across many towns in Tuscany.
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Florence tramway reaches new record with 4.6 million passengers in October
About 45 million trips expected in 2025 as traffic issues affect tram expansion.
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Leonardo’s note reveals ancient method behind today’s green architecture
Da Vinci may have anticipated the Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique, burning wood to make it more durable and sustainable.
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