The EU Commission has presented the Net-Zero Industrial Act, which is intended to make Europe the leading location for climate-friendly technologies. But the reactions are reluctant.
By Till Hoppe
Yesterday, the Commission presented its draft for the Critical Raw Materials Act. Along the value chain, projects for 16 strategic raw materials are to be given top priority. Criticism has been levelled above all at the requirements for strengthening the circular economy.
By Leonie Düngefeld
The 27 EU environment ministers will meet today, Thursday, for the Environment Council in Brussels. The focus is on the revision of the directive on industrial emissions. On the eve of the Council, the German government has still not found a common position on this directive, which is important for Germany.
By Claire Stam
The chairman of the European Parliament's Trade Committee criticizes Commission President von der Leyen for her course toward China. If the US wants to strengthen its own economic dominance, Europe must take a clear stance, the SPD politician demands in an interview with Eric Bonse.
By Eric Bonse
It was clear from the outset that it would be controversial: The European Media Freedom Act (MFA) aims to address grievances in Europe's media landscape. There is criticism of many aspects – and from very different motives. The European Parliament's rapporteur wants to split up the project – but there is no majority for this in the Council.
By Falk Steiner
Promoting renewables, protecting consumers and industry from high electricity prices – these are the key points of the official Commission proposals for electricity market reform. With siting criteria for green power plants, the authority is scrapping a plan that would have caused fierce controversy in Germany in particular.
By Manuel Berkel
After Transport Minister Wissing, now Finance Minister Lindner: Once again, an FDP cabinet member is causing trouble at EU level with late amendments. With his demands on the Stability Pact, Lindner partly got his way. But this has come at a price.
By Till Hoppe
The 2024 European elections are still more than a year away. But the party families are already preparing for the election campaign – and sorting out the field of possible candidates for the top posts.
By Till Hoppe
In the midst of the debate about banning fossil-fuel heating systems in the federal government, the EU Buildings Directive is also suddenly becoming a media sensation. We show what goals the initiative is pursuing and how it relates to the German debate on building energy legislation.
By Manuel Berkel
Today, Parliament is issuing its negotiating mandate, and soon the Council will probably be ready as well. However, Germany still sees room for improvement. In the interinstitutional negotiations on the Data Act, trade secrets could once again become an issue.
By Corinna Visser
