"MappingZero" is a new tool that compares different paths to net zero emissions in Germany and shows which instrument could reduce greenhouse gas emissions the most. Strict emissions trading performs particularly well.
By Alexandra Endres
The latest tender for onshore wind turbines in Germany saw record participation. The required target of 2.5 gigawatts per quarter was exceeded for the first time.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Various climate movements have once again called for the traditional climate strike on Friday. However, the European climate movement is not only fighting against losing relevance. Their actions are also being increasingly penalized and sentenced by courts and authorities.
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Many German companies remain committed to the energy transition despite high energy prices and regulatory hurdles. However, they demand clear framework conditions and lower energy prices to ensure that the transition can succeed sooner and prevent a loss of competitiveness. This is the result of a survey of 550 production companies.
By Lukas Bayer
In light of the flood disaster in Eastern Europe, German Environment Minister Steffi Lemke and the federal states are calling for a "joint climate adaptation task." The Christian Democratic CDU/CSU parliamentary group is demanding more money, but rejects a federal-state task – despite having proposed it in 2022.
By Bernhard Pötter
The UK has approved a large floating wind farm for the first time. The floating turbines are intended to make sea regions with high wind speeds accessible. The project could bring about the commercial breakthrough of this technology.
By Nick Nuttall
A new report describes CCS as an "aberration". The technology does not help the German economy on the path to climate neutrality and entails many risks.
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The scandal surrounding a fraud scheme in China, in which German companies are also involved, is spreading: The Federal Environment Agency is now talking about 45 climate projects that are to be reversed.
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The Hague has become the first city in the world to ban advertising for products made from fossil fuels. In doing so, the city is following a call from the UN chief.
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Saxon companies are calling on the future state government to speed up the expansion of renewable energies and grids. Otherwise, the location would be at risk.
By Horand Knaup
