Burning oil, coal and gas is the main cause of the current health crisis. Climate change will only worsen the situation. COP28 must put this issue at the center stage – and adopt a genuine fossil fuel phase-out.
By Redaktion Table
Chancellor Olaf Scholz must advocate for an exit from fossil energy in Dubai and scale back his own LNG plans at home. This is not only in the interest of climate action but also for human rights.
By Redaktion Table
Our collective future hinges on a dramatic increase in climate finance. Where can the money come from? That will also be debated at COP28. Gordon Brown is proposing a special tax on the export profits of oil states.
By Redaktion Table
A massacre, a war and a debate that overshadows everything: The Middle East conflict not only affects global relations, but also jeopardizes discussions on the climate crisis at the upcoming COP28 in Dubai. The battle for moral authority becomes a serious threat to the urgently needed progress in climate diplomacy.
By Redaktion Table
At COP28, the fund for losses and damages caused by the climate crisis must be empowered and adequately filled. In addition to the developed countries, emerging economies such as wealthy oil and gas states also must ensure that the fund is adequately filled. A tax on international shipping and contributions from the largest fossil fuel companies should also be implemented.
By Redaktion Table
A survey shows that Germany's south is gradually losing its economic attractiveness without wind power and hydrogen. Short-term relief for companies is called for, but in the long term, the expansion of renewables, as well as storage facilities and grids remains crucial. The future government of the state of Bavaria should focus above all on wind power.
By Experts Table.Briefings
How can the global financial system be made climate-friendly? From Oct. 9–15, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund will also be discussing this question at their annual meeting in Marrakesh. The situation in Africa is particularly urgent. Four proposals to help the continent.
By Redaktion Table
The supposed danger of a massive climate-related refugee crisis distracts from the real challenges: EU member states need to prepare for increasing intra-European climate migration – but so far they still seem very careless. At the same time, Europe needs to better support its partner countries in the Global South on climate change mitigation and adaptation.
By Redaktion Table
The flood disaster in Libya is yet another example that clearly shows that the effects of climate change are exacerbated where government structures are weak or non-existent. This is where humanitarian aid is particularly difficult. It is up to politicians to tackle this – including through ambitious climate efforts.
By Redaktion Table