One-third of the drought in the summer of 2022, which affected large parts of Europe, can be attributed to man-made climate change. Delayed climate effects also played a role.
By Lukas Bayer
Praise for the German government: The level of German heat pump subsidies means that Germany performs well in an international comparison.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Whether someone believes misinformation and is therefore against wind power does not depend on knowledge, but on one's worldview. This is the conclusion of a new study.
By Alexandra Endres
In Germany and other European countries, company cars with combustion engines are subsidized to the tune of billions every year. T E is now calling for the money to be used to promote electric vehicles instead.
By Carsten Hübner
The EU Court of Auditors has identified clear deficiencies in the EU's climate change adaptation policy. Despite high financial resources, the measures lag behind the ambitious targets, and in some cases, they even lead to maladaptation.
By Lukas Knigge
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the world is about to enter an "age of electricity." Demand for fossil fuels could fall slightly before 2030. OPEC also revised its forecasts and expects lower growth in oil demand.
By Nico Beckert
A new Agora study considers climate neutrality in Germany to be achievable by 2045. However, politicians would have to do more than they have so far.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
In 2023, much more associated gas was flared during oil and gas production than in the previous year, increasing CO2 emissions by seven percent. Yet reducing flaring is actually considered a climate action measure that can be implemented quickly.
By Nico Beckert
Shortly before COP29, there are still many uncertainties regarding the new climate finance target (NCQG), the level of the target, the donor countries and the structure of the NCQG. A draft negotiating text reveals the open questions.
By Nico Beckert
The US oil company Exxon Mobil secures state leases on the coast of Texas. CO2 is to be stored in the sea there.
By Lukas Bayer
