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CBAM: Commission examines de minimis limits

Following criticism of the European Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) from the industry, the Commission is now examining changes. Among other things, the rules for exports and very small quantities could be simplified.

By Lukas Knigge

Bundestag: Which energy laws can still be agreed upon

Several important energy policy bills are still before the Bundestag. While no agreement is expected on grid fees, a decision is still possible on several other issues. Several expert hearings will take place on Wednesday.

By Malte Kreutzfeldt

Nuclear fusion: Why expectations are too high

A TAB study sheds light on the challenges that still need to be overcome on the way to a fusion power plant. It is questionable whether nuclear fusion will still fit into our energy system in the second half of the century.

By Markus Weisskopf

EU Commission pays Ukraine first tranche of €3 billion

An important signal before Donald Trump takes office: the EU Commission has paid Ukraine a first tranche of €3 billion, which is secured with the interest gains from frozen Russian state assets as part of the G7 initiative.

By Stephan Israel

NGT: How experts assess Poland's proposal on patents

After Belgium and Hungary failed to compromise on EU genetic engineering law in the Council, the Polish Council Presidency is trying its luck. However, there are doubts about the legal certainty of its proposal.

By Julia Dahm

Survey: EU fails to accomplish important tasks

According to a Forsa survey, the European Union is failing to distribute asylum seekers fairly and provide incentives for economic growth. According to the respondents, Germany has lost influence.

By Till Hoppe