Newly installed heat pumps are reducing Germany’s dependence on expensive gas imports. According to a recent analysis, replacing gas heating systems has resulted in savings of EUR 1.3 billion over the past three years.
By Lisa Kuner
The German government and the European Commission are pursuing different strategies to lower energy prices. While Germany is aiming for a business-friendly implementation of the Methane Regulation, Brussels is planning regulatory adjustments to the ETS.
By Manuel Berkel and Lukas Knigge
Carsten Schneider aims to strengthen German-Chinese relations in the areas of climate and environmental protection during his visit to Beijing. In climate diplomacy, China is a key partner; in climate-friendly industries, it is a competitor. A source of tension.
By Alexandra Endres
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) continues to struggle to agree on a timeline for its Assessment Reports. At the 64th plenary session in Bangkok, member states’ positions remained entrenched. Progress has been made on the budget, which is under significant pressure following the US withdrawal.
By Lukas Bayer
A legal analysis reveals that postponing the launch of ETS-2 until 2028 breaks EU law. This could also affect the legality of future EU legislation.
By Lukas Knigge
According to Green Planet Energy, the proposed grid package will severely curtail the expansion of wind and solar energy in Germany. Investments may no longer be profitable because there will be no compensation for curtailments due to grid congestion.
By Manuel Berkel
While researchers estimate that 391,000 people will die from the effects of extreme heat in poor countries by 2050, the figure for rich countries – based on roughly the same population size – is 39,000 deaths. In the Global North, climate change-related mortality is declining.
By Kai Schöneberg
A new study suggests that extreme weather events could be even more severe than previously thought if global temperatures rise by 2°C.
By Nico Beckert
The NGO Transport & Environment sees this as an improvement. Strict CO₂ targets kept Europe in the running for global leadership in electric vehicles and saved oil.
By Kai Schöneberg
India aims to increase renewable electricity, reduce emissions and bolster carbon capture facilities. Experts consider these goals to be on the conservative side. This gives the country a better chance of meeting them.
By Urmi Goswami
