The EU Commission has presented its proposal for the introduction of the eDeclaration. BDA Managing Director Kampeter speaks of a "significant" step towards reducing bureaucracy.
By Alina Leimbach
Several members of the CDU/CSU have criticized the cancellation of the Franco-German Parliamentary Assembly on Dec. 2. Bundestag President Bärbel Bas had canceled the meeting due to the end of the traffic light coalition. Several important topics will now have to wait.
By Manuel Berkel
Denmark presents guidelines for the safe and responsible use of AI assistants. The standards are also intended to help promote uniform and robust approaches to the use of AI within Europe.
By Corinna Visser
The governments in Berlin and Paris have agreed to discuss "best practices" for the promotion of electric vehicles. The announcement raises eyebrows, as France has introduced subsidies that exclude many Chinese models.
By Manuel Berkel
The Brussels think tank Cerre is calling for more precise regulation to specifically promote Europe's digital and green transformation. In a white paper, the authors warn against excessive bureaucracy and suggest focusing on implementation.
By Corinna Visser
Brazil comes to COP29 with good news: Deforestation has recently fallen sharply and, according to the new NDC, emissions are set to fall by 59 to 67 percent below 2005 levels by 2035. However, this is not enough for many NGOs.
By Alexandra Endres
Every year, the Climate Action Tracker calculates how much the global average temperature will rise if countries achieve their climate targets. The latest report for COP29 shows: Climate policy has worsened again.
By Lukas Bayer
Nitrous oxide, which is also a known party drug, harms the climate and our health. German Health Minister Lauterbach now plans to ban the drug. Meanwhile, a UN report at COP29 urges a decisive anti-nitrous oxide policy in industry and agriculture.
By Lukas Bayer
After Dubai last year, Baku is the second-largest COP: 65,000 delegates and thousands of participants registered online are following the negotiations. Turkey, the UAE, and Brazil sent the largest delegations, alongside host Azerbaijan. Meanwhile, Argentina's delegation left the summit.
By Lukas Bayer
In an early statement at COP29, the heads of state and government of the High Ambition Coalition formulated their expectations for the negotiations in Baku. Germany is also back on board.
By Lukas Knigge
