The US government plans massive subsidies and tax benefits to build up a hydrogen industry. However, experts are skeptical: Crucial questions remain unanswered and the use of fossil fuels has also been considered "clean" so far. The details of the regulations are decisive.
By Redaktion Table
The energy transition partnership JETP between several developed countries and Indonesia has serious problems: The schedule is delayed, it lacks correct data and transparency, and the goals are apparently too ambitious. Now, even money intended for green investments could flow into coal power.
By Redaktion Table
The "Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance" rejects emissions trading, the phasing out of internal combustion engines and Germany's transition to 100 percent renewables. The founding paper does not mention climate targets. Instead, the planned political party focuses on new technologies and wants to resume Russian gas imports.
By Bernhard Pötter
The World Bank reforms agreed in Marrakech mark a milestone, says Rishikesh Bhandary, climate finance researcher at Boston University. Now it is a matter of putting them into practice. One particularly urgent task is to find a way to deal with the debt crisis.
By Alexandra Endres
At COP28, the fund for losses and damages caused by the climate crisis must be empowered and adequately filled. In addition to the developed countries, emerging economies such as wealthy oil and gas states also must ensure that the fund is adequately filled. A tax on international shipping and contributions from the largest fossil fuel companies should also be implemented.
By Redaktion Table