The German government plans to train more renewables experts in partner countries. In addition, South Africa is to be provided with 500 million euros for the Partnership for a Just Energy Transition.
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The large-scale use of CCS technologies would not reduce emissions as much as hoped. This is shown by calculations from Climate Analytics. The reason: CCS technology captures far fewer greenhouse gases than is often assumed.
By Nico Beckert
The EU's anti-subsidy investigation into EVs made in China has been ongoing since Oct. 4. By July 4 at the latest, the Commission is expected to impose preliminary tariffs on EVs from the People's Republic. European manufacturers would also be affected.
By Markus Grabitz
The Volkswagen Group denies knowledge of any collaboration between its Chinese joint ventures and vocational colleges integrated into the state's forced labor system in Xinjiang.
By Marcel Grzanna
After the EU delegation canceled its trip to sign the Mercosur agreement, it continues to emphasize its willingness to talk. Following the inauguration of Argentina's new president, Brussels is hoping for an agreement. Minor changes should save Mercosur.
By Markus Grabitz
The EU Court of Auditors has criticized the practice of public tenders: Competition in national, regional and local awards has decreased over the last ten years. The authorities are increasingly turning directly to companies.
By Max Mustermann
The Climate Action Tracker calculates every year how much the global average temperature will rise if countries implement their climate targets. The latest report shows: Climate policy has changed for the worse.
By Alexandra Endres
Women are particularly affected by the climate crisis. For this reason, the UN organization for gender equality and the empowerment of women (UN Women) calls for a feminist climate policy.
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A recent report on the restructuring of the global financial system illustrates how international financial flows must change in order to stay within the 1.5-degree target. Private funds, in particular, must be massively increased.
By Lukas Knigge
According to a new study, fossil carbon emissions have reached another record high, but are rising slower than in the past. However, the trend reversal to achieve net zero emissions will not happen, warn Global Carbon Project researchers.
By Nicolas Heronymus
