Whether it's recycled steel, cement or plastic, the circular economy has the potential to significantly reduce CO2 emissions in the industry, says Sabine Nallinger. More and more companies are therefore looking to invest, but according to the board member of the Foundation for Climate Economy, reliable regulatory frameworks are lacking.
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In order to counter the dominance of the big tech companies, it is not enough to contain them through sensible regulation, says Hannes Ullrich from DIW Berlin. The Commission must also massively promote innovation and research.
By Corinna Visser
German companies focus on balance with China. The US, on the other hand, increasingly braces itself for a new Cold War with Beijing. This would also affect the German economy, writes Jan Kallmorgen, and urges CEOs to prepare for this scenario.
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France's serious budget deficit fuels tensions between Economy Minister Le Maire and his boss Emmanuel Macron. This also impacts the European election campaign.
By Claire Stam
Europe has proven its resilience in times of energy crises. Now, it is important to achieve net-zero emissions as quickly as possible. Competitiveness and sustainability must go hand in hand.
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Why a Commissioner for Future Generations is needed to anchor long-term thinking in the EU.
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Next Tuesday, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) will announce its verdict on three climate lawsuits. The plaintiffs aim to force EU member states to raise their climate goals.
By Claire Stam
If we do it right, the new Payment Services Directive PSD3 can lead to more innovation and growth. We should not let this opportunity pass us by, says Julia Kowalski, Head of Public Policy Germany at Stripe.
By Corinna Visser
The official adoption of the Nature Restoration Law was scheduled to take place next Monday in the Council of Environment Ministers. In principle, this was expected to be a formality. But things turned out quite differently.
By Claire Stam
On-shoring the production of artillery ammunition is not a long-term European armaments strategy, writes Lucas Hellemeier in his opinion piece. Instead, the EU and NATO countries should use their market power and shape it to suit their needs.
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