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Hope for climate-neutral energy from nuclear fusion

European researchers are still leading the way in nuclear fusion. But European scientists complain about a lack of funds and bureaucratic hurdles. Meanwhile, China is making considerable progress - thanks in part to foreign support.

By Nico Beckert

Taxonomy: Does legal action stand a chance?

As soon as the Commission formally adopts its delegated act under which nuclear power is considered sustainable, it is certain to be sued by Austria and Luxembourg. In doing so, the two countries intend to rely, among other things, on a legal opinion commissioned by the Austrian government. But what chances do the states have of putting the brakes on the legal act?

By Charlotte Wirth