What really helps in the fight against global warming, and what doesn't? In a new section, the website klimafakten.de provides an overview of frequently debated climate policy instruments. It is based on IPCC reports and other scientific studies.
By Alexandra Endres
The southern Amazon rainforest emits more CO2 than it absorbs due to forest damage. The causes of this damage are varied, but according to a study, humans are once again responsible.
By Lukas Bayer
Due to high demand, the Ministry for Economic Affairs is reducing the subsidies for energy consultations. As of Aug. 7, the funding rates are to be reduced from 80 to 50 percent.
By Lukas Bayer
In the world's most populous country, the new government announces its climate policy direction along with the budget: further investments in renewables and planning for a CO2 market. However, India will remain dependent on coal for a long time.
By Goswami Urmi
China plans to set a strict CO2 emission cap for the first time, marking the beginning of a "new era in Chinese climate policy." Companies and provinces will need to adapt to new regulations. However, experts criticize the lack of detail and necessary speed in implementation.
By Nico Beckert
Unlike China, Western countries do not primarily pursue their own economic interests when lending to African countries. This is the conclusion of a new study by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.
By Arne Schütte
In the first half of 2024, coal consumption in Germany dropped significantly. AG Energiebilanzen said this was mainly due to mild temperatures, although the weak economy also contributed to the drop in energy demand.
By Alexandra Endres
Without fossil fuel-induced global warming, the recent heatwave in the Mediterranean region would have been impossible – and not as hot. This is the conclusion of a rapid analysis by the World Weather Attribution research group.
By Alexandra Endres
The “Science Based Targets Initiative” has now presented an assessment in the dispute over the approval of carbon credits for companies: It found that the credits pose a risk to the green transition.
By Fabian Löhe
Storms, floods, hurricanes: In the long term, extreme weather conditions favored by climate change cause ever-higher damages – and thus higher costs for insurance companies. This is the conclusion of Munich Re's half-year results.
By Alexandra Endres
