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Carbon neutral: How the label has lost its relevance

On Thursday, a ruling from the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) is expected in the appeal proceedings against the confectionery manufacturer Katjes regarding its controversial advertising with the term "carbon neutral." This has often been disputed in German courts in recent years. However, a new EU regulation has already prohibited such advertising in most cases.

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Wind-Industrie China Rotorenblätter
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Wind power: How Chinese manufacturers pressure Western competitors

Following Robert Habeck's trip to China, there appear to be signs of easing in the dispute over electric vehicle tariffs between the EU and China. However, China's overcapacity in the wind power industry could soon spark new conflicts. Chinese manufacturers are aggressively entering the global market and could exploit the crisis facing Western manufacturers.

By Nico Beckert

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Gas networks: key considerations for dismantling

Germany has an extensive gas infrastructure that may become a stranded asset as gas usage declines. An article has outlined five strategies for organizing the dismantling of gas networks.

By Fabian Löhe

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Carbon credits: How the US plans to regulate the voluntary market

Guyana has already sold voluntary carbon credits for 40 million tons. Both the government and companies in the US are heavily relying on carbon credits from the voluntary market. The Biden administration has now proposed concrete ideas to revise the rules, but experts warn of greenwashing.

By Fabian Löhe

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Impact of global warming: Women need more time for water collection

Due to climate change, women will require more time in the future to collect drinking water, according to a new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK). This is primarily due to rising temperatures and uncertain precipitation patterns.

By Fabian Löhe

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Heatwave: Over 1,300 pilgrims died during Hajj

During the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, over 1,300 people died due to extreme heat. A rapid analysis suggests that the heatwave is linked to human-induced climate change. Additionally, millions of people in India, Gaza, the USA and around the Mediterranean are suffering from heatwaves.

By Nico Beckert

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The key players of the climate scene – consulting

Discover the "Top of the Table": the 100 most influential figures in the international climate scene, selected by the Climate.Table editorial team in ten categories, from politics to administration, consulting, think tanks, foundations, and NGOs. Today, we introduce the most important personalities in the field of consulting. Here’s an overview.

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Wind-Industrie China Rotorenblätter
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Wind power: How Chinese manufacturers are pressuring Western competitors

Following Robert Habeck's trip to China, there appear to be signs of easing in the dispute over electric vehicle tariffs between the EU and China. However, China's overcapacity in the wind power industry could soon spark new conflicts. Chinese manufacturers are aggressively entering the global market and could exploit the crisis facing Western manufacturers.

By Nico Beckert