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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Heat-related deaths could increase significantly, especially among young people. This is the conclusion of a recent study. Previous research assumed that older people were particularly affected.
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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
The EU-Mercosur agreement must not be allowed to further promote deforestation in South America under any circumstances, researchers warn. The EU Commission and the German government refer to climate and forest protection clauses in the free trade agreement. However, the details are still unclear.
By Alexandra Endres
After the financial deal at COP29: Achim Steiner, head of the UN development organization UNDP, emphasizes that the developing countries are already providing a large part of the climate financing themselves. For him, the USD 300 billion is an important step, but now clear commitments are needed.
By Bernhard Pötter
Oil companies are betting that the rising demand for plastics and other petrochemical products will compensate for the decline in the transport sector. A new report concludes that they are taking high risks in doing so.
By Alexandra Endres
According to the think tank Agora Verkehrswende, the transport policy performance of the German government coalition is mixed. This means that the next government faces major tasks requiring a lot of money.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
