Environment
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A major environmental and economic challenge
Sand replenishment works have started on the beach of La Capte in Hyères. MP Stéphane Rambaud is calling for a long-term strategy against erosion.
MP Stéphane Rambaud welcomes the work at la Capte beach while calling for a long-term solution against erosion.
In Porquerolles, a partnership for responsible tourism
Six permanent dry toilets have been installed on the beaches of Porquerolles. This initiative aims to promote sustainable and eco-friendly tourism.
Six permanent dry toilets are installed on the beaches of Porquerolles for a more responsible reception of visitors.
The first wildlife care center in Var
The TOTEM PACA association is building the first wildlife care center in Var. The facility is scheduled to open in early 2027.
The association TOTEM PACA has launched construction of Var's first wildlife care center, set to open in early 2027.
Max Bauer: “Those who act are not those who talk”!
Max Bauer criticizes political management of forest fires in France. He calls for an official commission of inquiry.
Max Bauer denounces the failure of political ecology against forest fires and defends the role of local actors.
The time has now come for feedback
The Gros Bessillon wildfire in Var was officially declared extinguished on August 18. It burned 5,700 hectares of land.
The Gros Bessillon fire, which devastated 5,700 hectares, was officially declared extinguished on August 18 after a month-long battle.
François de Canson: "The Hyères pelicandrome has proven its effectiveness"
François de Canson presented the progress report for the « Guerre du Feu » plan in Hyères. The new pélicandrome demonstrated its effectiveness during a recent fire.
François de Canson assessed the "Guerre du Feu" plan and praised the effectiveness of the new Hyères pelicandrome.
Elected officials and experts on the ground for an efficient public service
Local officials and Veolia inspected the wastewater treatment plant in Bormes-les-Mimosas and Le Lavandou. This audit evaluated sewage treatment performance.
Elected officials and Veolia inspected the Bormes-Le Lavandou wastewater treatment plant to assess its performance.
Pierre-de-Ronsard school: a class wins the Écopousse contest
The CP-CE1 class at école Pierre-de-Ronsard won the Écopousse contest on June 9. Students created an artwork made of recycled materials.
The CP-CE1 class from Pierre-de-Ronsard school has won the Écopousse competition for their artwork on ecology.
80 school children immersed in the maritime economy
On June 25, 80 students in Toulon took part in the "Rade Bleue" educational event. They learned about maritime jobs and marine ecosystem protection.
The "Rade Bleue" operation plunged 80 students from Toulon into the heart of maritime and port issues.
François de Canson: “The label enhances our attractiveness”
The 2025 'Villes et Villages Fleuris' awards honored 75 municipalities in Region Sud in Marseille. The event recognizes local commitment to quality of life and sustainability.
The 2025 list of winners of the “Villes et Villages Fleuris” label honored 75 municipalities of the Région Sud for their commitment to quality of life.
Protecting an exceptional living environment, between sea and pine forests
The "Nettoyons le Sud" operation took place in La Londe-les-Maures. Many volunteers gathered to clean up the local environment.
The "Nettoyons le Sud" operation mobilized many volunteers in La Londe-les-Maures to preserve the local environment.
Le Pradet: the Town rewarded for the Sandro school garden-courtyard
Le Pradet received a regional award for its Sandro school garden-courtyard. This 3,600 m² project adapts the school space to climate change.
The Town of Le Pradet received the Regional "Qualité de vie" Prize for the design of the garden-courtyard at the Sandro school group.
Rabies: a deadly risk at the gates of France
The Var DDPP warns against importing rabies through animals brought back from abroad. France is rabies-free, but the disease remains fatal.
The DDPP of Var warns of the deadly danger of importing rabies by bringing back an animal from abroad before the holidays.
Magistrates and ONU experts rethink the protection of the living
The Université de Toulon hosted the first conference on the law of nature. Experts discussed legal protection for the living world.
The Université de Toulon hosted the first Assises du droit de la nature, a summit to adapt the legal framework to ecological challenges.
A forum to raise citizens' awareness of major risks
Bormes-les-Mimosas hosted a major risk forum in La Favière. The event trained residents to respond to emergency situations.
The commune of Bormes-les-Mimosas organized a forum to train the public on the right reflexes to adopt when faced with major risks.
Forest fires in Var: heightened vigilance for civil security
The 2026 Forest Fire campaign was launched in La Crau, Var. Authorities are strengthening surveillance and firefighting tools.
The Feux de forêt 2026 campaign was launched in La Crau by the authorities of Var to anticipate fire risks.
Fighting forest fires: the Région Sud deploys 250 young sentinels
Région Sud deploys 250 young forest guards this summer. They monitor natural areas to prevent wildfires.
This summer, 250 young Gardes régionaux forestiers have been deployed to monitor the massifs of the Région Sud in the face of fire risks.
Discover the marine riches of Anse Magaud
Naturoscope offers marine activities at Anse Magaud in La Garde this summer. Guided tours explore local life.
In La Garde, Naturoscope offers activities all summer long to discover the marine treasures of Anse Magaud.