A new study shows that the energy transition can succeed without relying on raw materials extracted from protected areas. More efficient technologies could significantly reduce demand for raw materials.
By Miriam Scheibe
Bei der umstrittenen Chatkontrolle bleiben Rat und EU-Parlament uneins. Viel Zeit bleibt nicht, die Übergangsregulierung läuft am 3. April aus.
By Marion Bergermann
In Brussels, Energy Minister Katherina Reiche is calling for the accelerated expansion of renewable energy grids. In Germany, however, her package does little to strengthen or expand the grid.
By Manuel Berkel
The Brands Association sees potential negative consequences should the EU take stronger action against regional supply restrictions. It also calls for large food manufacturers to be included in protection against unfair trade practices.
By Julia Dahm
The Council and the European Parliament remain at odds over the controversial chat monitoring measures. Time is running out – the transitional regulation expires on April 3.
By Marion Bergermann
New projections by the German Federal Environment Agency (UBA) point to a larger climate action gap than previously assumed. Environment Minister Carsten Schneider has drawn criticism for basing the government’s Climate Action Program on last year’s figures.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
This year’s Petersberg Climate Dialogue will take place on April 21 and 22. For the first time in four years, it will once again be hosted by the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN).
By Nico Beckert
A new initiative is set to analyze climate reporting going forward. Under the banner of “Climate Needs Context,” one of its aims is to expose climate misinformation in journalism.
By Lisa Kuner
Will Trump postpone his China visit – and if so, why?
By Angela Köckritz
China’s second-largest chipmaker is said to be working on an advanced 7-nanometer technology for AI chips – a step that would bring China closer to technological independence from Western suppliers.
By Fabian Peltsch
