In a new study, the environmental organization Greenpeace criticizes the planned widespread use of CCS in Germany. It considered the technology is too expensive and should only be used in sectors with unavoidable residual emissions.
By Nico Beckert
The Canadian government plans to encourage the fossil fuel industry to decarbonize through emissions trading. Specifically, emissions in the sector are to be reduced by 35 percent by 2030 compared to 2019. While the oil and gas industry fears lower production, environmental organizations welcome the draft.
By Lukas Bayer
Doubts about their suitability were raised during the hearings. However, Jessika Roswall and Hadja Lahbib have now been confirmed as Commissioners for the Environment and for Gender Equality respectively. Part of the compromise was the composition of the upgraded Health Committee.
By Alex Veit
The EU Commission wants to reduce reporting obligations for companies. The DIHK is now presenting a long list of concrete proposals.
By Till Hoppe
Christian Linder demands that Germany should not be a pioneer in climate protection. However, this is no longer the case anyway, at least when it comes to the expansion of renewables.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The 1.5-degree limit will be exceeded for the first time in 2024. Forecasts by the EU Climate Change Service predict a temperature deviation of 1.55 degrees compared to pre-industrial levels, making 2024 the warmest year on record.
By Lukas Bayer
According to the European Commission, the amendment procedure for the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) should only be a matter of postponement. However, the EPP Group is now also calling for substantive changes.
By Julia Dahm
In its "AI Charter", GEMA formulates ethical guidelines for the use of artificial intelligence in the creative industries. With reference to the AI Act, the charter calls for transparency, fair treatment, and protection for creative services.
By Corinna Visser
Eight trade agreements between the neighboring countries are intended to significantly improve economic relations. China is thus expanding investments in Central Asian states that want to diversify their foreign relations and reduce their dependence on Moscow.
By Manuel Changming Liu
After VW, Audi and Mercedes, the next German car manufacturer is reporting a significant drop in profits. This is also due to the weak market in China, according to reports. BMW does not anticipate any improvements in the overall market in the near future.
By Manuel Changming Liu
