The social conditions for the necessary adaptation vary significantly in Germany. This is the conclusion drawn by the Climate Neutrality Foundation – and they explain what policies need to be implemented.
By Caspar Dohmen
Once again, a court has judged the federal government's climate policy as inadequate. Experts believe this will have consequences – despite the recently passed weakening of the Climate Change Act.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
US President Joe Biden is increasing tariffs on Chinese battery imports. This comes at an unfavorable time for Europe, as the tariffs could lead to even more imports from China, making the ramp-up of European battery factories even more difficult.
By Nico Beckert
The aviation industry is failing to meet its self-imposed climate targets, even though it has lowered its targets several times. Airlines are hardly making any progress in increasing the use of sustainable fuels.
By Nico Beckert
India will elect a new parliament until June 4. Future climate policy depends heavily on the steel industry, which aims to triple its capacity by 2030. To ensure that this is compatible with climate targets, the government is relying on green hydrogen and CCUS
By Goswami Urmi
How independent is German economist Veronika Grimm? Her dissenting vote on hydrogen trucks gives this question new urgency.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Over two billion people around the world cook with dirty fuels. This leads to deaths and high carbon emissions. A summit in Paris pledged financial resources to tackle the problem in Africa.
By Fabian Löhe
The rapid construction of a core network is a prerequisite for ramping up Germany's hydrogen market. However, the Federal Network Agency's application deadline is likely to be postponed, and investors are still deciding whether to get on board.
By Lukas Bayer
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
Australia's government wants to use 23 billion Australian dollars to promote the future markets of renewables, hydrogen and green raw materials and present itself as a green country. However, fossil fuels remain the main focus and climate financing remains low.
By Bernhard Pötter
