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Pressekonferenz mit u.a. Francesco La Camera IRENA, im Rahmen des Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue in Berlin, 29.03.2022. Berlin Deutschland *** Press Conference with u a Francesco La Camera IRENA , in the framework of the Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue in Berlin, 29 03 2022 Berlin Germany. Copyright: xJaninexSchmitz/photothek.dex

'Rethinking the global energy transition'

A recent report by the International Renewable Energy (IRENA) warns that only an immediate and drastic expansion of renewables can help meet the climate targets. However, IRENA head Francesco La Camera is not optimistic.

By Bernhard Pötter

'If not now, when?'

Jennifer Morgan spoke with Table.Media about the intricacies of COP negotiations and the different interests of nations between climate action and economic growth. She praised the Inflation Reduction Act and warned against a subsidy race. Morgan outlined Germany's plans for COP28 and called for relief for over-indebted states.

By Nico Beckert

IPCC report: deals, details and surprises

Behind the scenes: On Monday, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) published the summary of its 6th Assessment Report. Our in-depth analysis shows how the scientific community placed its messages while tussling with the delegations, what came as a surprise and how the countries asserted their interests.

By Bernhard Pötter