A new study highlights the close connection between agricultural production and wildfires in South America’s Gran Chaco region. According to the findings, many of these fires are linked to deforestation and grazing.
By Julia Dahm
The home appliance industry is complaining of unfair treatment under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). European manufacturers pay border duties on imported raw materials, while importers of appliances are exempt, says Lars Schubert in an interview.
By Lukas Knigge
Heat waves, droughts, and floods have become so commonplace due to climate change that they are often overlooked in the news. In Climate.Table, you’ll find a monthly selection of extreme weather events.
By Kai Schöneberg
The war in Iran is plunging Pacific small island developing states into an energy and economic crisis. According to a new report, opportunities lie in the expansion of renewable energy.
By Urmi Goswami
The war in Iran is driving up airfares sharply. Now, the coalition of CDU/CSU and SPD has decided to lower the ticket tax.
By Nico Beckert
The European Emissions Trading System is set to undergo reform. A study by PIK now shows that integrating facilities that capture CO₂ could stimulate investment and have a price-dampening effect in the long term. However, the costs of the methods examined remain uncertain.
By Lukas Bayer
Nature conservation as the foundation of defense policy: Environmentalists and a Bundeswehr (German Armed Forces) think tank are calling for increased dialogue on the restoration of wetlands, reduced reliance on fossil fuels within the armed forces, and resilient military bases.
By Kai Schöneberg
On Tuesday, EU energy ministers discussed a joint response to the situation in the Gulf. Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen recommended, among other things, energy conservation measures modeled on the IEA’s ten-point plan.
By Manuel Berkel
Italy is extending the use of coal-fired power plants due to the energy crisis triggered by the war in Iran. Environmental groups are sharply criticizing the government’s decision, which is considered a done deal.
By Redaktion Table
China will fail to meet its climate targets in the steel sector again in 2025. Yet, a larger share of electric arc furnaces in overall steel production would have a significant impact.
By Nico Beckert
