The price increase for the Deutschlandticket could almost halve the climate benefit of the ticket. This is shown by a new study. Many citizens would switch back to their car.
By Nico Beckert
Due to a new transparency regulation, the largest US oil companies have disclosed how much money flows overseas: ExxonMobil, Chevron and ConocoPhillips pay significantly more to foreign countries than to the USA.
By Lukas Bayer
The German Ministry of the Environment has launched a climate adaptation strategy. Various departments have developed "measurable targets" for adaptation to climate change.
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Norway has completed the "Northern Lights" CCS project. Starting next year, it is expected to store up to 1.5 million tons of CO2, including from European industry. However, if the demand is sufficient, it is expected to be able to store larger quantities in the future.
By Nico Beckert
Last year, the number of jobs in renewable energies climbed to at least 16.2 million. China is at the top of the list, but there are also significantly more jobs in Germany. However, another solar industry report clouds the outlook.
By Lukas Bayer
Over 100 parliamentarians from 30 countries are calling on US President Joe Biden to maintain the ban on new LNG terminals in the USA. The projects jeopardize energy security and climate goals. German LNG terminals should also be reviewed.
By Bernhard Pötter
India's climate policy is still "highly inadequate". Although an analysis by the Climate Action Tracker shows progress in the energy transition, this is being offset by rising energy demand.
By Lukas Bayer
Investments in rail transport should be prioritized, IG Metall and Germanwatch demand in an open letter, and also present financing proposals. At the same time, social organizations are calling for more money for climate action in social institutions.
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Europe is being left behind by China and the USA when it comes to hydrogen, warns the Boston Consulting Group in a new study. However, the EU Commission is already planning several measures to reduce dependence on China.
By Nico Beckert
The climate finance debate puts growing pressure on China to also pay to vulnerable countries. A US study now shows that the country already invests an average of 4.5 billion US dollars per year in climate action and adaptation via direct payments and export loans.
By Bernhard Pötter
