Shortly before the IMO negotiations concerning climate protection measures in global shipping were supposed to be concluded, the US disrupted the talks. It withdrew and threatened retaliation against all countries that did not comply.
By Alexandra Endres
According to surveys, interest in electric cars is growing again in Germany. Range, charging networks and high prices are perceived as less problematic. The trend reversal can already be seen in new car registrations.
By Fritz Vorholz
The plans of several large power utilities to expand their gas supply are jeopardizing the energy transition in Europe. Instead of credible transformation plans, utilities such as RWE and Enel are setting themselves net-zero targets between 2040 and 2050 – too late to comply with the Paris Agreement.
By Lukas Bayer
Only limited quantities of CO2 can be stored under the North Sea, so researchers recommend storage only for certain emissions.
By Lukas Knigge
Reducing emissions not only protects the climate but also strengthens Europe's security. According to a study, less oil consumption in Europe lowers the global market price of fossil fuels – with a direct impact on Russia's war chest.
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The French state is not fulfilling its duty to protect citizens from the effects of climate change: This is what several NGOs and private individuals are saying and filing a lawsuit.
By Alexandra Endres
Shipping is to become climate-neutral by 2050. According to a study commissioned by Greenpeace, green methanol could play a key role in this.
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Foreign companies are paying too little for carbon certificates from Africa, criticizes the head of the African Development Bank.
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The Renewable Energy Sources Act was enacted in Germany on April 1, 2000. It has fundamentally changed the landscape of energy supply and has often been copied worldwide as an export hit.
By Bernhard Pötter
The number of subsidy applications for heat pumps and other eco-friendly heating systems in Germany was significantly higher in March than last year – but lower than in February.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
