A new report describes CCS as an "aberration". The technology does not help the German economy on the path to climate neutrality and entails many risks.
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A survey of industrial customers shows a high interest in purchasing hydrogen. The extent to which this will actually happen depends on the conversion of the distribution grids – and probably also on the price.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
To ensure a stable power supply, the German government is inviting tenders for gas-fired power plants that will run on hydrogen. Details have now been presented for public feedback from the industry.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The wildfire season in Bolivia and Brazil is particularly destructive this year. The smoke is spreading to neighboring countries and the EU's Copernicus Earth observation program is reporting "exceptionally high" emissions. NGOs call on Brazil's President Lula to step up his climate action efforts.
By Alexandra Endres
A new study warns of driving bans and car decommissioning if the German government fails to reduce high emissions in the transport sector. The national budget could face high costs beyond 2030.
By Nico Beckert
The number of climate lawsuits against big oil, gas and coal producers is growing. The aim is for them to compensate for climate damage, refrain from supposedly misleading advertising or reduce their emissions. In Germany, DUH draws a positive interim assessment of its lawsuits.
By Alexandra Endres
The CDU and CSU want to continue pursuing the energy transition but make it more cost-effective. A paper adopted by the parliamentary group's executive committee lists several proposals – but not all are realistic.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The pricing of CO2 emissions is more acceptable if the revenue is redistributed. A new study shows which redistribution models are most popular.
By Nico Beckert
More than 30,000 people took to the streets in South Korea at the weekend to protest against the government's inadequate climate policy. Night-time temperatures have not fallen below 25 degrees for 20 consecutive nights.
By Nico Beckert
According to the human rights organization Global Witness, at least 196 people were killed worldwide last year because they were working to protect the environment. Most of the murders took place in Colombia. In industrialized countries, the pressure on activists is increasing due to laws and legal proceedings.
By Alexandra Endres
