Gregory Manni
Gregory Manni grew up between Detroit’s suburban sprawl and Lake Michigan’s shoreline, and has since become a disciple of ecology, poetry, and story. He moved to Austria in 2021 to see about a girl, and his current aim is beating back climate change through the act of writing. He tweets at @gregory_manni.
Long Reads
Environment Minister Leonore Gewessler Cancels Lobau Tunnel Construction Project
Vienna's controversial Lobau Tunnel project has been cancelled. While the mayor and others condemn the move, environmental activists rejoice.
Coronavirus
Update: Austria’s Travel Restrictions Under Nationwide Lockdown
Planning a trip to Austria for the holiday season? While borders are still open during the nationwide lockdown and travel from most countries is possible, tourism is effectively closed under current regulations.
General
How to Get Married in Vienna
Looking to get married in Vienna? Here's our straightforward guide to tying the knot in the “City of Dreams.”
News
COP26 Roundup: Austria’s Climate Commitments at the UN Summit
Austria's climate commitments, while significant, do not include a phasing out of fossil fuels. Activists say much more is needed to keep global heating in check.
News
Environmental Corruption in Styria: State Prosecutors to Investigate
Styrian authorities face allegations of environmental corruption: The businesses behind large-scale construction projects may have been allowed to write their own environmental impact reports.
Cafés and Restaurants
The 4 Things You Need to Know About Austrian Martinigansl
From lore to feel to flavor, everything you need to know about Austria’s Martinigansl tradition, according to a Viennese “Wirtin.”
General
At the UN Climate Summit, Austria Pledged to End Deforestation by 2030. What Does That Mean?
Austria manages its own forests carefully, but consumer appetites for soy, beef and palm oil still contribute to global deforestation.
News
Austria To Launch Plastic Bottle Deposit System in 2025
The new "Einwegpfand" deposit system aims to encourage consumers to keep their disposable plastic bottles and cans out of the trash - but it won't begin until 2025.
News
Ludovic Ferrière, Vienna’s Interplanetary Explorer
International scientist and curator of the acclaimed meteorite collection at Vienna's Natural History Museum, Ludovic Ferrière is bringing the wonder of shooting stars to the public.
News
Visitor from Space: Kindberg Meteorite Found
A meteorite was found in Styria eight months after a green fireball descended over Austria. One of only eight-such discoveries for the country, the find will be displayed at Vienna’s Natural History Museum.
News
Austria Set to Issue Green Bonds in 2022
A new form of investment intended to bankroll sustainable projects and help the country meet its environmental goals, projects are myriad – but international standards remain murky.
Culture
At the Salzburger Festspiele, Hofmannsthal’s Falun Mine Crumbles, Brick by Brick
In spite of its dramatic staging, an early play by the librettist of Der Rosenkavalier struggles to connect.
