The ICVCM committee is supposed to promote trust in voluntary carbon credits. Two of its members have now resigned because they disagree with the internal assessment of forest credits.
By Fabian Löhe
The protection of tropical forests often receives a lot of attention in climate negotiations. However, many forests are also being destroyed in the north: for forestry and fires.
By Alexandra Endres
The German government has adopted its climate adaptation strategy. Among other things, it provides for a better warning system, measures in healthcare, plans for urban greening and a more resilient infrastructure.
By Lukas Bayer
Daniel Křetínský could soon own half of ThyssenKrupp Steel. However, the investor is just as controversial in Duisburg as he is in London, Prague, and Kyiv.
By Alex Veit
Germany still falls well short of its wind power expansion targets. However, the record results of the latest tender for onshore wind farms suggest that they could be achieved in 2026. The numerous legislative changes initiated by the German Ministry for Economic Affairs have the desired effect.
By Nico Beckert
At the COP16 on desertification in Riyadh, countries seek answers to the loss of fertile soils. The topics are similar to the climate negotiations: What should the global rules look like, where will the funding come from – and who will pay for the work of the UN agency?
By Goswami Urmi
To achieve the EU climate targets, the industrial heat supply must also be decarbonized. So far, fossil fuels still dominate. But a new report shows that electrification is technologically possible. And a research project aims to revolutionize the use of industrial waste heat.
By Lukas Knigge
In 2025, the climate research institute MCC will be integrated into PIK. This expansion will enable PIK to build up capacities for forward-looking topics.
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Donor countries have pledged a record 100 billion US dollars for a three-year replenishment of the World Bank's fund for the poorest countries, providing a vital lifeline in their fight against crushing debt, climate catastrophe, inflation, and conflict.
By Redaktion Table
The company Drift Energy wants to produce clean hydrogen with high-tech sailing ships. Initial tests have already been carried out and venture capitalists are providing support. The technology could also help to significantly reduce emissions from commercial shipping.
By Nick Nuttall
