The monitoring report, which was commissioned by the German Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, contains various changes between the first draft submitted and the final version. Greenpeace has sharply criticized the Ministry’s approach.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
In his letter to the EU Commission, Friedrich Merz has called for vehicles with “dual drive” to be allowed to be registered after 2035. However, when asked, the Chancellery was unable to answer what he meant by this.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
President Lula wants to “gradually reduce” Brazil’s dependence on oil and gas. In 60 days, his government will present guidelines for a roadmap to achieving this goal. Experts say that the plan will only be credible if it addresses Brazil’s own oil production and provides sensible financing measures.
By Alexandra Endres
The German government plans to present its “long-term strategy for negative emissions” soon. A research report now shows the considerable hurdles for the expansion of CO₂ removal processes and proposes measures for an improved overall framework.
By Nico Beckert
The German cabinet has adopted stricter requirements for the promotion of renewable energies in the transportation sector. However, the associations DUH and T&E see the amended GHG reduction quota as a step backwards.
By Kai Schöneberg
The EU is planning a legislative package for accelerated grid expansion. This will also include measures for greater centralization. Member states could save around EUR 560 billion if power grids are planned across national borders.
By Manuel Berkel
The expansion of power grids will require billions in investment. The German Federal Network Agency has announced slightly higher returns for operators. Meanwhile, an Agora study calls for state support, especially for small municipal utilities.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
In Belém, the BMUKN welcomed the proposal for a new tax on luxury and private flights, but did not support the initiative because there is no common government position on this. This will not change for the time being.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The postponement of the ETS2 emissions trading scheme to 2028 and a reform of the market stability reserve could initially drive up CO₂ prices, but cause them to fall in the long term. Analysts warn that this will weaken the incentives for clean technologies.
By Lukas Knigge
