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Without global warming, precipitation would have been 15 percent lower, according to a study by the World Weather Attribution initiative. Around 300 people died in the floods.
By Lukas Bayer
The world's largest coral reef is suffering from global warming. Last year's loss was the largest ever recorded. According to experts, none of the tipping elements in the Earth's system are as acutely endangered as the coral reefs.
By Kai Schöneberg
Due to limited and overpriced accommodation in Belém, pressure is mounting on the COP30 presidency to relocate the climate summit. Delegations from poorer countries see their participation at risk. But Brazil sticks to the conference venue.
By Alexandra Endres
The 45-year-old army veteran has been a Trump supporter since his first run for the White House. Now Lee Zeldin is jeopardizing the legal basis for climate action in the USA with his push to repeal the “endangerment findings.”
By Bill Dawson
The German government's draft bill on geothermal energy is being praised by the German Association of Energy and Water Industries (BDEW) – but also criticized for not doing enough to protect drinking water.
By Kai Schöneberg
The most recent tender for offshore wind energy in Germany ended without any bids. Economy Minister Katherina Reiche believes financial hurdles are to blame. On Wednesday, Reiche presented a new law aimed at streamlining the approval process.
By Lukas Bayer
With the CCS Act, the German government is paving the way for CO₂ capture and transport in Germany and opting for widespread application of the technology. Industry associations are calling for financial assurances for CO₂ capture and transport infrastructure. Environmental associations criticize the plan.
By Nico Beckert
The higher the altitude, the stronger and more constant the wind blows. This has been known for a long time, but previous initiatives have not succeeded in harnessing high-altitude wind power. This could change in Brandenburg: The world's tallest wind turbine is now being built there.
By Lisa Kuner
If environmental and climate laws are not simplified, the European Green Deal will be jeopardized, says Dirk Messner, President of the German Environment Agency. The task now is to find lean solutions – and to make greater use of artificial intelligence.
By Marc Winkelmann