The controversial EU emissions trading scheme for buildings and road transport (ETS 2) can effectively reduce CO2 emissions and should be designed in a socially responsible way. The European Parliament and member states should not squander this climate policy opportunity, demand Martin Menner and Goetz Reichert.
By Redaktion Table
The war in Ukraine has significantly exacerbated the crisis on the global food market. The EU Commission wants to remedy the situation and, among other things, temporarily allow the agricultural use of ecological fallow land. Almost all EU countries are making use of this. Germany is not one of them. This is met with criticism.
By Timo Landenberger
Many EU states want to spend more money on defense. But for what exactly, is mostly unclear. The Commission is expected to make proposals next week, including on financing. The main goal is to persuade governments to cooperate.
By Redaktion Table