In Italy, companies have to be insured against natural disasters since Jan. 1, 2024. There are also new attempts to make insurance mandatory in Germany in view of increasing climate damage. The next government is likely to be more open to compulsory insurance against natural disasters than the traffic light coalition was.
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The new year could start with higher prices at the gas pump. The reason for this is a rising CO2 price. Overall, however, industry representatives expect moderate price increases before the new EU Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS 2) starts in 2027.
By Lukas Bayer
In the year ahead, various events in Germany, the EU and internationally will shape future climate policy. Here are this year's key events.
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Even in 2024, no region of the world was spared extreme weather. Many of them were exacerbated by climate change. A new analysis by the NGO Christian Aid shows which ten events caused the greatest damage.
By Lukas Bayer
Demand for subsidies for eco-friendly heating systems surged again before Christmas in Germany. The reason is likely to have been the CDU/CSU's announcement that it would cut subsidies significantly in the event of an election victory.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
2025 will be an important milestone in global climate policy: The UN member states will present their NDCs by 2035, which have so far been inadequate. Time is of the essence and the signs are troubling: financial difficulties, populism, a fossil fuel renaissance – but also a renewables boom and possible new coalitions.
By Bernhard Pötter
The upcoming Polish Council Presidency will be responsible for negotiating the next EU climate target for 2040. However, the country itself is critical of the Commission's proposal of a 90 percent reduction in greenhouse gases. The future of ETS 2 is also still open.
By Lukas Bayer
Two rapid analyses reveal a clear influence of climate change on the tropical storm "Chido." Over the weekend, it devastated the French archipelago of Mayotte. Hundreds of deaths are feared, and the long-term consequences are difficult to assess.
By Lukas Bayer
Every year, foundations and private donate between nine and 15 billion US dollars for climate action. An overview now shows where the money goes: mainly to energy, forests, and agriculture. However, poor countries receive less than rich regions.
By Bernhard Pötter
Global coal consumption reached a record level in 2024. According to the International Energy Agency, the global coal peak will not be reached until 2027. Demand is particularly high in China, India, Vietnam and Indonesia.
By Nico Beckert
