The UK government aims to install 600,000 heat pumps annually starting from 2028. However, the expansion needs to occur eleven times faster. The UK is lagging behind in Europe in this regard and has also delayed an important market mechanism by a year.
By Lukas Bayer
A report by the International Energy Agency shows: Methane emissions from the energy sector increased slightly last year. Satellites could provide a solution. Meanwhile, emissions in the USA are probably much higher than assumed.
By Nico Beckert
A recent report found that Germany's four largest asset managers still hold over 28 billion US dollars in coal, oil and gas companies with plans to expand production.
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According to a new report by the aid organization Bread for the World, civil society's scope for action is decreasing in Germany as climate protests, for example, are treated "disproportionately harshly." Civil rights are also coming under greater pressure worldwide.
By Lukas Bayer
So far, climate lawsuits have mainly targeted governments. However, more and more companies are also being sued, although they have neglected this risk so far.
By Alexandra Endres
A study on business travel by multinational companies shows: Most companies hardly make any effort to reduce their carbon emissions from air travel. Only a handful of companies disclose their flight emissions.
By Nicolas Heronymus
Investments in renewable energy in Germany reached an all-time high last year, totaling 36.6 billion euros. Alongside solar installations, heat pumps played a significant role in this growth. Additionally, the share of renewables in the transportation sector is increasing.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Just before the European elections, there is no "broad backlash" against climate action, according to a new survey. Voters still support ambitious climate policies. Green industrial policy is well received.
By Nico Beckert
Europe faces climate risks of "catastrophic" proportions. So far, the continent is not adequately prepared for this, warns the EU Environment Agency, urging policymakers to take action, for example, regarding insurance coverage for climate damage.
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The UK approved a new budget for 2024 on Wednesday. It includes the equivalent of 900 million euros for offshore wind turbines – three times as much as before to triple capacity.
By Lukas Bayer
