In its new energy program, the CDU/CSU parliamentary group is calling for more nuclear power and fewer government regulations on heating. However, unlike the FDP, it wants to maintain the climate target and financial support for climate-friendly technologies.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Donald Trump as POTUS would probably radically reduce the US government's climate policy, bleed the authorities dry and stop federal programs. However, the energy transition in the USA and the resistance of states, cities and companies would continue. If Trump wins, COP29 could fail due to the financial issue.
By Bernhard Pötter
Smart electricity meters are considered an essential prerequisite for progressing the energy transition, but implementation in Germany lags far behind. A new draft law may also delay the expansion next year.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
According to a group of think tanks, COP29 should address topics that are not given enough public attention, such as health, methane, supply chains, and fairness. The accusation is that many negotiators are not up to date with the latest scientific findings.
By Bernhard Pötter
Three recent reports from UN agencies are sounding the alarm ahead of COP29: Countries' climate plans are inadequate, CO2 emissions are continuing to rise despite all efforts. And the atmosphere is as full of greenhouse gases as it was three to five million years ago. At that time, the sea level was ten meters higher than it is today.
By Bernhard Pötter
Germany and India are driving forward their cooperation on climate policy with a joint roadmap for green hydrogen. The roadmap is intended to help decarbonize both economies. In addition, both countries are committed to a global solar energy transition.
By Goswami Urmi
The COP29 presidency has presented the non-binding declarations and commitments that are to be adopted alongside the binding decisions in Baku. These include a ceasefire, renewables, tourism and methane. However, important questions remain unanswered.
By Bernhard Pötter
Despite extremely favorable conditions, the heat pump loans from the German state-owned KfW Bank are hardly used. Apparently, they are not attractive to banks. Instead, many customers opt for the significantly more expensive loans offered by commercial providers, who profit handsomely.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
At the annual meeting of the World Bank and IMF, observers and NGOs praise the reform efforts – and warn that this momentum is dwindling. The member states should provide more money, but there is little sign of this. Germany and the ECB also continue to reject an important lever for more climate financing.
By Nico Beckert
The UN Biodiversity Conference COP16 kicks off in Cali, Colombia, on October 21. The focus will be on mobilizing financial resources for biodiversity conservation. Host country Colombia sees itself as a bridge builder to close the financial gap.
By Claire Stam
