The UK government aims to install 600,000 heat pumps annually starting from 2028. However, the expansion needs to occur eleven times faster. The UK is lagging behind in Europe in this regard and has also delayed an important market mechanism by a year.
By Lukas Bayer
Within just a few weeks, the European Commission has drawn up proposals for changes to the Common Agricultural Policy. The aim is to relax environmental rules to ease the burden on farmers. Parliament and the Council are also aiming for a tight timetable.
By Julia Dahm
The cement industry is pushing for a rapid expansion of CO2 pipelines. According to a new study, a 4,800-kilometer-long network would cost around 14 billion euros. The industry's electricity consumption would quadruple as a result of CCS (carbon capture and storage).
By Nico Beckert
The government in Beijing reported a seven percent increase in industrial production for January and February compared to the previous year. This is surprisingly good data. However, the real estate sector remains a concern.
By Felix Lee
Talks have been on hold since 2017. Now Brussels wants to resume free trade talks with the Philippines. One goal is to achieve greater independence from China.
By Amelie Richter
In his victory speech, Vladimir Putin praised Russia's relations with China, particularly with President Xi Jinping. He said his close ties to Xi allow the two countries to develop their ties even further.
By Michael Radunski
The number of new marriages in China has risen again for the first time in many years. The latest figures are a success for the government, as the country faces a drastic population decline.
By Michael Radunski
Next Monday, the Environment Council is due to take a final vote on the Nature Restoration Act. German Minister for Financial Affairs Christian Lindner has now signaled that he does not want to support the project.
By Till Hoppe
Last week, Lithuanian Defense Minister Arvydas Anušauskas was forced to resign. He is now warning of the consequences for the deployment of the German brigade in Lithuania.
By Wilhelmine Stenglin
For weeks, farmers have been protesting in the EU, sometimes violently, against environmental regulations and too much bureaucracy, among other things. Now the EU Commission is taking a further step towards them.
By Redaktion Table
