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Reporting obligations: CDU/CSU wants to 'prevent' CSRD and CSDDD.

In the coalition negotiations, the CDU/CSU is calling for the abolition of EU sustainability laws. This is unlikely to be compatible with the SPD.

By Marc Winkelmann

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Cleantech as emissions curb and record growth in renewables.

Photovoltaics, wind power, nuclear energy, and the use of electric cars and heat pumps contribute significantly to reducing CO2 emissions and slowing down the overall increase in emissions, according to IEA figures.

By Lukas Knigge

German wind farms: Bids once again exceed tenders.

The trend towards oversubscribed bids for onshore wind turbines is continuing in Germany. The German Federal Network Agency published new figures on Tuesday. The turnaround could see expansion return to the expansion path of the Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG) by early 2026.

By Lukas Bayer

Field study: How solar parks on agricultural land increase biodiversity.

If managed appropriately, solar parks can increase biodiversity and contribute to national and EU-level biodiversity targets. A new study commissioned by the German Association of the New Energy Economy shows what is needed to achieve this.

By Lukas Bayer

TikTok sale: Trump plans to lower tariffs if deal is reached.

US President Donald Trump is considering offering China a small reduction in tariffs to secure a deal over the Chinese company TikTok. The deadline for a sale will likely be extended.

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Car imports: Trump announces tariffs of up to 25 percent.

US President Donald Trump announced tariffs of up to 25 percent on automotive imports on Wednesday. The most important suppliers, including Germany, are particularly affected.

By Julia Mertens

EU budget: BMWK sees advantages in MFF increase.

In a paper in preparation for the new legislative period, the BMWK argues in favor of a stronger Multi-annual Financial Framework (MFF). However, resistance is to be expected from the Ministry of Finance.

By Marc Winkelmann

Supply chain law: Member states aim for postponement.

After much pressure from the business community and the EPP, the member states want to postpone two controversial sustainability laws for companies. The supply chain law (CSDDD) is to be applied a year later, and the sustainability reporting directive (CSRD) is not to come into force until 2027.

By Marion Bergermann

Total Energies CEO: EU should conclude energy agreement with USA.

The head of French energy giant Total Energies is in favor of an energy agreement between the EU and the USA. The background to this is rising gas prices in the United States. Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen wants to keep US gas imports out of a potential trade conflict.

By Till Hoppe