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Bundesrat in Berlin am 09.11.2023 *** Federal Council in Berlin on 09 11 2023

Climate Change Act: Why it could still fail

The German Bundesrat is expected to pass the Climate Change Act on Friday. However, it is unclear whether this will actually happen – because in addition to substantive criticism, the law also contains incorrect wording. This is why environmental associations warn against its adoption.

By Malte Kreutzfeldt

Economic damage of climate change greater than expected

Rising temperatures apparently have greater impacts on the economy than previously believed. A new study has examined the effects of global temperature shocks – rather than local temperature changes – on economic development.

By Lukas Knigge

Mayor of Kiel: 'I am very unhappy with the district heating bashing'

The transition in heating presents municipalities with enormous challenges, says Kiel's Mayor Ulf Kämpfer. In an interview with Table.Briefings, he explains why Kiel is pursuing a more ambitious path than other municipalities, why high speed isn't always helpful, and where the necessary billions for network expansion could come from.

By Malte Kreutzfeldt