Climate researcher and economist Gianluca Grimalda lost his job at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy (IfW) because he wanted to travel in the most climate-friendly way possible. He has now been granted a settlement. Grimalda wants to donate 75,000 euros of the money to climate action and activism.
By Lukas Bayer
In northern Chile, the electricity supplier AES wants to produce green hydrogen and possibly ammonia. The construction of wind and solar power plants and battery storage is also being considered. The European Southern Observatory warns of dangers for astronomical research.
By Alexandra Endres
Transport emissions in the EU could reach a peak this year and then fall. This is the conclusion of a recent report. Stricter legal regulations make this possible.
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China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has visited four African countries. On his agenda: implementing the results of the FOCAC summit. In Nigeria, he also announced security aid.
By Arne Schütte
Several important energy policy bills are still before the Bundestag. While no agreement is expected on grid fees, a decision is still possible on several other issues. Several expert hearings will take place on Wednesday.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
EV sales in Germany are still far too low. New figures show just how big the gap is to achieving the government's target. Experts say that politicians' and commentators' negative comments about EVs are one of the reasons for this. The charging infrastructure, on the other hand, is no longer an issue.
By Nico Beckert
German revenue from carbon pricing reached a new record level in 2024. However, they were also lower than planned in the national budget.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The WWF calls for mandatory solar installations on German roofs. According to a legal opinion commissioned by the environmental organization, such a "solar standard" is compatible with the German constitution.
By Nico Beckert
China plans to build at least 200 gigawatts of new wind and solar power annually. However, there are signs that the country curtails wind and solar parks more frequently than the official data indicates. One reason is the low level of electricity trading between the provinces.
By Nico Beckert
The costs for EEG remuneration were 18.4 billion euros in 2024. This is less than in many previous years, but more than was planned in the budget. Cost savings in other KTF items cover the additional costs.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
