Internal power struggles are emerging around ExxonMobil's annual shareholders' meeting. Profits in the last quarter are lower than in the previous year, the oil company is in a legal dispute with a rival and is also suing two of its shareholders. These shareholders are pushing for a greener course, which they want to be different from the one ExxonMobil has in mind.
By Isabel Adler
According to a new report by the aid organization Bread for the World, civil society's scope for action is decreasing in Germany as climate protests, for example, are treated "disproportionately harshly." Civil rights are also coming under greater pressure worldwide.
By Lukas Bayer
International NGOs in Dubai quickly reached consensus on common demands: The central focus is the transition away from all fossil fuels. However, internally, there are strenuous debates between German and international climate activists regarding the relationship with Israel and Gaza.
By Alexandra Endres
The criticism of COP27 host Egypt from civil society is mounting. High prices, surveillance and further repression prevent activists and NGOs from doing their work. While the conference is still underway, a human rights activist who has been imprisoned for many years faces death.
By Lukas Knigge
