Climate action program: Why Minister Schneider must quickly present Germany's plans up to 2040

This Thursday, Germany's expert commission will present its new forecast on the progress towards the country's climate target. Regardless of this, it is clear that the new Climate Minister Carsten Schneider faces major challenges. This is because the Climate Change Act requires him to present a climate action program within one year, one that also defines sector targets and measures leading up to 2040.