International emissions credits risk undermining Europe’s climate targets and driving up domestic emissions. At the same time, they could tie up substantial funding that would otherwise support the energy transition.
By Lukas Knigge
At the start of the week, Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz caused a steep increase in gas, oil, and electricity prices for the coming months. The key indicator for the filling of European gas storage facilities has turned negative.
By Manuel Berkel
The E3 countries are adjusting their position on the Iran conflict at different rates. The UK, France, and Germany are preparing for their own citizens to be evacuated and signaling their willingness to stand by Iran’s neighbors.
By Stephan Israel and Wilhelmine Stenglin
In the new IAA draft, EU steel has been designated a strategic sector, while AI and semiconductors lose this status. Other changes are in relation to public procurement and low-carbon goods.
By Manuel Berkel and Alex Veit
The French president’s speech on France’s nuclear doctrine marks a “fundamental change,” says one expert. France wants to expand its nuclear arsenal and is considering deploying nuclear weapons in other European countries.
By Gabriel Bub
The Elmed submarine cable shows how a major European project can make progress. Its successes have already inspired further projects. Commissioning is scheduled for 2029.
By Arne Schütte
An agreement is expected this week in the dispute over a ban on meat labels for vegetarian products and a contractual obligation for the sale of agricultural goods. Negotiations on the proposed legislation are scheduled for Thursday.
By Julia Dahm
In 2025, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office investigated around 3,600 cases, estimating the damage at around EUR 67 billion, which is about three times higher than in the previous year.
By Marion Bergermann
European raw materials policy is contradictory, according to Pouyan Dardashti, CEO of the Thommen Group. The collection gap for e-waste, for example, is self-inflicted. What Europe and Germany can learn from Switzerland.
By Pouyan Dardashti
Europeans have been guarded in their comments on “Operation Epic Fury,” the military action being taken by the US and Israel in Iran. They criticize Iran’s arbitrary counterattacks, warn against escalation, and avoid explicit criticism so as not to anger the Trump administration.
By Stephan Israel
