In a report, the European Court of Auditors warns that the Recovery and Resilience Facility leads to less expenditure and investment for ecological change than the Commission claims. The criticism mainly revolves around incorrectly applied climate coefficients.
By Marc Winkelmann
The European General Court (EGC) has ordered the European Parliament to pay €10,000 in compensation to a former parliamentary assistant. The APA had provided information about misconduct by a Member of Parliament and demanded protection status as a whistleblower.
By Markus Grabitz
Delara Burkhardt (S D) is the new co-rapporteur for the Green Claims Directive in the Environment Committee. Her predecessor did not stand again in the European elections. The Internal Market Committee will also select a new rapporteur for the negotiations in the coming days.
By Leonie Düngefeld
Russian gas is still flowing into the EU. However, Energy Commissioner Simson is urging companies across the EU to do without it. There are no sanctions "yet", she said.
By Alex Veit
The Ministry of Economic Affairs wants to establish at least one major carbon capture project in the cement and lime industry and at a waste incineration plant before 2030. This is set out in the new carbon management strategy.
By Redaktion Table
Spain appears to have changed its position on the countervailing duties on Chinese EVs. During his visit to China, Prime Minister Sánchez called for a compromise. The country had previously supported the punitive tariffs.
By Redaktion Table
On Tuesday, the ECJ will hear one of the most important social cases of recent years: Denmark is suing for annulment of the EU Minimum Wage Directive. Read how experts see the country's chances of success.
By Alina Leimbach
Mario Draghi's demands pose major challenges for the Commission – especially when it comes to the internal coordination of the various responsibilities. Nevertheless, some proposals can be set in motion quickly. And some are already in the pipeline.
By Marc Winkelmann
In order to achieve the climate targets, the transport sector must not rely solely on battery-electric solutions, argues Andreas Rade, Managing Director of Policy at the VDA. In order to leverage the potential of climate-neutral fuels, the greenhouse gas reduction quota (GHG) must be changed.
By Markus Grabitz
