The nuclear fusion reactor ITER in southern France is costing the EU billions. The money is being chalked up as climate financing, although commercial electricity production through nuclear fusion will not be conceivable before 2050. Meanwhile, the construction of the experimental reactor is repeatedly delayed, with costly consequences.
By Charlotte Wirth
Commission President von der Leyen announced a legislative proposal to finance weapons and ammunition for Ukraine from the EU budget in the future. As a guest, UN Secretary-General Guterres calls for cooperative dealings with China.
By Eric Bonse
Brussels is debating the pros and cons of carbon farming to achieve climate and environmental targets. Financing by means of certificate trading is particularly controversial. Meanwhile, a new study shows that regenerative agriculture is worthwhile. Even without certificates.
By Timo Landenberger
In Brussels, Chancellor Scholz insists on a proposal by the EU Commission on the use of e-fuels, the authority counters. Commission President von der Leyen now wants to intensify the negotiations.
By Eric Bonse
