A study has calculated that the German state would have to invest around €340 billion more than previously planned in order to achieve its climate targets. And this would even be partly possible with a debt brake. The issue is to be debated before the general election.
By Bernhard Pötter
In a report for the EU Commission, former ECB chief Mario Draghi complains that the EU is falling behind in competition with the USA and China. He sees an opportunity in decarbonization – provided Europe cleverly aligns its policies accordingly. Among other things, Draghi calls for lower energy prices and targeted support for energy-intensive sectors and the automotive industry.
By Alexandra Endres
Reactions to the former ECB chief's report have been largely positive, but the proposals for EU debt are a source of controversy. It remains unclear who should drive the reforms forward.
By Till Hoppe
The former Italian Prime Minister proposes a new European industrial policy. The EU should promote productivity growth through innovations in cutting-edge technologies. Draghi is also calling for changes in education, competition and trade policy.
By Marc Winkelmann
How can the EU compete with China and the United States? Former ECB chief Mario Draghi explored this question for the EU Commission. The main line is similar to that of existing EU approaches. However, the 400-page paper contains even more details – and a fairly high figure.
By Amelie Richter
At the Climate.Table event "100 Points of View: The next 10 years of climate policy", climate experts dared to take a look into the crystal ball in an informal setting. How geopolitical tensions influence climate policy, why social acceptance of climate protection measures must be increased and what concrete policy proposals the experts made.
By Nico Beckert
For months, the German Environment Agency has been investigating irregularities regarding climate certificates issued by international companies in China – which also involve local suppliers, buyers and auditors. In eight cases, it suspended certificates for alleged emission reductions.
By Bernhard Pötter
After a good six months in power, Poland's new Prime Minister Donald Tusk has not yet achieved many successes. President Duda, who is still loyal to the PiS, is blocking things. Tusk is running up debts in order to implement election promises.
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The EU Commission is starting work on the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and is campaigning to retain elements of the Corona Recovery Fund. At the same time, EU officials put criticism of the delayed implementation into perspective.
By Marc Winkelmann
African governments wish to improve their relations with China in their favor. The Middle Kingdom also wants to do just that. In the end, African countries are primarily interested in loans. And that is precisely what Xi Jinping promised.
By Andreas Sieren
