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New Zealand: How the new government slashes climate policy

The first budget of New Zealand's new government does not provide any fresh money for climate action. Instead, several billion in already budgeted climate funds will be cut in order to finance tax cuts. How New Zealand intends to achieve its climate targets in this way seems questionable.

By Nora Hübchen

Floods: Why climate risks make rebuilding difficult

Following the flood disaster in southern Germany, the debate about damage prevention begins. The lessons learned from the Ahr Valley flood in 2021 show what could help. However, the political implementation of some solutions may be difficult.

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