Germany has an extensive gas infrastructure that may become a stranded asset as gas usage declines. An article has outlined five strategies for organizing the dismantling of gas networks.
By Fabian Löhe
During the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, over 1,300 people died due to extreme heat. A rapid analysis suggests that the heatwave is linked to human-induced climate change. Additionally, millions of people in India, Gaza, the USA and around the Mediterranean are suffering from heatwaves.
By Nico Beckert
Siemens Energy has secured a major contract worth 1.4 billion euros from Saudi Arabia to build two gas and steam turbine power plants. The country aims to reduce emissions while continuing to utilize fossil fuels.
By Redaktion Table
At the last minute, the Belgian EU Council Presidency is once again attempting to reach a compromise on the deregulation of new genetic engineering techniques. However, the chances of success are widely considered to be slim.
By Julia Dahm
A direction of travel is emerging in the Council of Ministers on the proposed reform of EU seed legislation. In contrast, the outgoing Belgian Council Presidency has made little progress on the proposal on animal transport.
By Julia Dahm
Due to climate change, women will require more time in the future to collect drinking water, according to a new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK). This is primarily due to rising temperatures and uncertain precipitation patterns.
By Fabian Löhe
In Hawaii, young individuals have secured a "historic" settlement through a climate lawsuit, mandating the local transportation department to reduce emissions.
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Allianz has become the first foreign company to acquire shares in a Chinese pension insurer. Allianz Global Investors has acquired a stake in Guomin Pension.
By Michael Radunski
China and the EU want to negotiate the planned extra tariffs on Chinese EVs. A good sign, says Siegfried Russwurm. The BDI President is convinced that as an export nation, Germany must prevent such measures.
By Michael Radunski
In its 2023 annual report, the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution warns of the risk of espionage from China. The Chinese embassy in Berlin reacted with harsh public criticism.
By Michael Radunski
