Nuclear expert Mycle Schneider deplores a "fact-free debate" on nuclear and climate. He says there is no evidence that nuclear technology plays an important role in the fight against global warming. And because time is of the essence, this debate is "absurd".
By Bernhard Pötter
The industrialized countries are helping Indonesia phase out coal to net zero in 2050 with 20 billion dollars. South Africa is the model for this "JETP" initiative for equitable energy transformation. But in Vietnam, India, and Senegal, the initiative is making little headway.
By Bernhard Pötter
At COP27, the German government and Ghana jointly presented the Global Shield against Climate Risks, which is intended to support countries particularly vulnerable to climate damage. Many details are still unclear. Some activists fear a distraction maneuver.
By Alexandra Endres
COP is about to have its first big clash: India and Europe plan to demand scaling back all fossil fuels in their final declaration. Opposition from China, the Gulf states and the USA is inevitable. But the decision will be made at the G20 summit.
By Bernhard Pötter