Stork population recovers to 2,000 breeding pairs across Netherlands
Decades of conservation work have restored white stork numbers across the country following severe declines in the 20th century.
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Amsterdam power grid congestion delays business expansion and threatens jobs
Nearly 500 local companies remain on waiting lists as electrical infrastructure fails to keep up with green transition demands.
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Residents along the IJmeer face recurring noise issues from floating party venues, while overlapping jurisdictions complicate enforcement.
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