The extent and frequency of forest fires in Europe are increasing, according to a recent report. It warns that urban regions that have been spared so far could also be affected in the future. Politicians must now take appropriate measures.
By Anja Graßl
Many countries in the EU are suffering from water shortages, which is why the EU Commission wants to encourage people to save water. Germany is also currently very dry. However, it is impossible to predict how rainfall will develop in the coming months.
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On average, men cause a quarter more carbon emissions than women – according to a new study. The main reasons for this are differences in meat consumption and car use. The household constellation is particularly decisive.
By Anja Graßl
A recent survey reveals that 41 percent of companies see decarbonization and ESG issues as strategic priorities – putting the issue in third place behind revenue and profit. However, due to the poor economy, a slight majority of companies want to limit their investments in decarbonization.
By Nico Beckert
The German Association for Negative Emissions calls on the German government to do more to promote the voluntary carbon market in the agriculture and forestry sector so that they once again become carbon sinks.
By Nico Beckert
Basel Committee in favor of disclosing climate-related risks in portfolios of financial institutions worldwide – apparently the USA was against this.
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China's CO₂ emissions have fallen in the last twelve months. For the first time, this was not due to an economic crisis, but to the rapid expansion of renewable energies, as a new analysis shows. Whether the trend continues also depends on the trade war with the USA and the design of Chinese economic stimulus programs.
By Nico Beckert
E-cars broke new sales records in most countries in the first quarter of 2025. While the markets in China, the USA and the UK grew strongly in 2024 in some cases, sales stagnated or declined in key EU countries, according to a new report by the International Energy Agency (IEA).
By Nico Beckert
Shell should no longer be allowed to develop new oil and gas fields and be obliged to set itself emission targets: This is the demand of the Dutch environmental organization Milieudefensie in a new climate lawsuit. They claim that the exploitation of the deposits causes more than five billion tons of CO2 emissions.
By Alexandra Endres
Increased risk of premature births, more complications during pregnancy: A new study shows that global warming is significantly increasing the number of dangerous days for expectant mothers.
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