At their annual meeting, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund agreed on reforms for more climate action: New visions, easier lending, voluntary contributions from states and private individuals. But for the time being, the necessary capital and more say for developing and emerging countries are not forthcoming.
By Bernhard Pötter
In China, the fear of climate change doesn't translate into activism. Instead, the government offers hope through technological solutions. Nevertheless, the population is left with a diffuse fear in the face of extreme weather conditions, which finds outlets in other areas.
By Fabian Peltsch
The transformation of the World Bank into a climate-friendly transformation bank is the main topic at the annual meeting of the IMF and World Bank in Marrakech (Oct. 9–15). This new task will significantly increase the World Bank's capital needs. But important questions remain unanswered.
By Caspar Dohmen
A survey shows that Germany's south is gradually losing its economic attractiveness without wind power and hydrogen. Short-term relief for companies is called for, but in the long term, the expansion of renewables, as well as storage facilities and grids remains crucial. The future government of the state of Bavaria should focus above all on wind power.
By Experts Table.Briefings
