The European Commission has postponed the presentation of its action plan to support the chemical industry by one week. It is now scheduled to be unveiled on July 8.
By Lukas Knigge
An explosion has rocked a chemical plant in Shandong. The authorities have reported deaths and injuries.
By Emily Kossak
During his visit to Berlin, Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné focused on the chemical industry. The Frenchman also explained what the planned action plan must achieve to support the sector.
By Lukas Knigge
The EU Commission intends to present its action plan to support the chemical industry before the summer. Initial details of the planned chemicals omnibus have also become known.
By Lukas Knigge
Industry Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné answered questions from MEPs in the EU Parliament's Environment Committee. He also gave an insight into the EU Commission's deliberations on PFAS.
By Lukas Knigge
The President of the German Chemical Industry Association, Markus Steilemann, argues for the complete abolition of the European sustainability reporting rules, even if this only succeeds in parliament with the help of far-right parties.
By Table.Briefings
The German chemical industry faces a "task of the century": The path to net zero emissions requires large investments and low-carbon substitute raw materials are in short supply and compete with other sectors, as two new studies show. However, the Federation of German Industries also sees opportunities in the climate transition.
By Nico Beckert
The Commission wants to greatly expand the exemptions from the CO2 border adjustment mechanism. The DIHK is pleased with the relief. However, according to a media report, the Commission is also considering including additional sectors in the CBAM.
By Manuel Berkel
In the revised mission letters for the new EU Commissioners, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen now pledges a 2040 target for renewable energies. However, she has toned down her announcements on climate policy.
By Manuel Berkel
Germany plans to introduce new labels to promote the use of more green raw materials. These labels can then be used to require quotas for green steel, cement, ammonia and ethylene in public tenders or as part of EU regulations.
By Alex Veit
