Why European Bee Populations Are Declining- And How You Can Help
Bees Climate Change Environment Europe
Brooke Ellingworth 6 min read
Why European Bee Populations Are Declining- And How You Can Help

Europe's wild bee populations are in serious decline driven by pesticide use, habitat loss, mite infestations, and climate change. With 80% of EU crops and wildflowers dependent on insect pollination, the economic stakes are enormous. The EU has committed to reversing pollinator decline by 2030 through its Biodiversity Strategy and Nature Restoration Law, but implementation remains patchy.