In the online advertising debate, solutions that combine data protection and economic interests are in demand. Green MEP Alexandra Geese is now calling for a radical step: she wants to ban personalized advertising in the Digital Services Act.
By Redaktion Table
The EU Commission is under pressure to act, following the ruling by the Polish Constitutional Court on the ratio between national law and EU law. It must act quickly and decisively if it wants to prevent the erosion of Community law. But not all means are a lever to success.
By Eric Bonse
The majority of methane emissions in Europe are due to agriculture. In this sector, emissions are caused by natural processes and are difficult to reduce. The second part of our methane series explains how a reduction is nevertheless possible and what the EU is planning.
By Timo Landenberger
Methane accounts for only ten percent of all greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. However, in the short term, it is around 80 times more harmful to the climate than carbon. Experts say that emissions could be significantly reduced, especially in the energy sector. The EU is planning a law to this effect and also wants to bring third countries on board.
By Timo Landenberger
The negotiations for the Digital Services Act (DSA) in the European Parliament are in full swing. A total of eight committees are negotiating the proposed legislation. Opposing positions in important areas show: compromises have yet to be found.
By Jasmin Kohl
Escalation from the bench: the Polish Constitutional Court, whose composition is controversial, has denied the ECJ jurisdiction over relevant domestic Polish matters. The EU Commission and MEPs react with harsh words. The European Union and Poland are now facing difficult times.
By Falk Steiner
The climate crisis threatens financial and price stability and has called central banks into action. Banks are still investing billions in fossil fuel industries. Are the European and Chinese central banks doing enough to fight global warming?
By Nico Beckert
The EU environment ministers discussed the most important points on Wednesday at their first meeting since the presentation of the Fit for 55 package. There was fierce opposition to the planned emissions trading in the buildings and transport sectors. Ideas also differed widely on burden sharing and carbon standards for cars.
By Timo Landenberger
One and a half weeks after the election it is certain: the traffic light coalition will get its chance. Now the SPD, Greens and FDP will continue to sound out a possible coalition. These talks are also expected to be comparatively brief – but will begin with a six-hour meeting at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds starting at 11 a.m. today, Thursday.
By Falk Steiner
Gas prices, and with them energy prices, are on a roller coaster ride. There is disagreement about the right lessons to be learned from the price hike. Some countries call for an energy union in which the EU Commission negotiates gas contracts for the member states. Others – including Germany – are critical of far-reaching market reforms.
By Lukas Knigge
