Within the German Social Democratic Party (SPD), a new initiative by the executive committee aims to advance the “climate dialogue.” A public event in Berlin on Tuesday will discuss how the issue – including its social and economic dimensions – should be incorporated into the party’s new platform.
By Bernhard Pötter
Europe still faces major hurdles in decarbonizing its industry. According to a recent report, insufficient grid investment and the slow development of the hydrogen economy are holding back progress. It calls for the Clean Industrial Deal not to be watered down.
By Nico Beckert
The German Advisory Council on Global Change (WBGU) warns that the risk landscape in Germany and the European Union has grown more complex, It is therefore calling for the concept of “integrated security” in Germany’s National Security Strategy to be broadened. In its view, the German Security Council’s military focus falls short.
By Kai Schöneberg
European grid operators do not see a direct link between the major European blackout and renewable energy. Instead, they say the outage was caused by several interrelated factors.
By Manuel Berkel
Achieving greenhouse gas neutrality by 2045 will require major political effort – including more energy-efficient building renovations, the end of the commuter allowance, and higher taxes on animal products.
By Kai Schöneberg
The EU Methane Regulation is intended to strengthen the continent’s energy security. However, industry lobbying and inadequate implementation are jeopardizing this important tool in the fight against gas waste.
By Flora Witkowski and Tabea Pottiez
The state elections in Rhineland-Palatinate will also put one of Germany's most ambitious climate protection laws to the vote. The state aims to be climate-neutral by 2040, but the necessary measures are lacking. A new government could change course.
By Bernhard Pötter
Greater energy efficiency could help companies cope with rising energy prices. But the Ministry of Economic Affairs is relying on market incentives and would rather relax efficiency standards. Critics point to potential savings and climate protection.
By Nico Beckert
The energy crisis resulting from the war in Iran has intensified the debate over the European Emissions Trading System. In addition to EU environment ministers, heads of state and government will also address the ETS on Thursday.
By Lukas Knigge
The war in Iran highlights the vulnerability of many countries due to their reliance on imported fossil fuels. According to an Ember feature, electric mobility can reduce this dependency and save billions. Asia, in particular, stands to benefit from this.
By Kai Schöneberg
