To achieve the EU climate targets, the industrial heat supply must also be decarbonized. So far, fossil fuels still dominate. But a new report shows that electrification is technologically possible. And a research project aims to revolutionize the use of industrial waste heat.
By Lukas Knigge
The company Drift Energy wants to produce clean hydrogen with high-tech sailing ships. Initial tests have already been carried out and venture capitalists are providing support. The technology could also help to significantly reduce emissions from commercial shipping.
By Nick Nuttall
European scientists conclude: Solar radiation modification could alleviate climate change symptoms, but poses immense risks. The experts are calling for a ban and strict international rules. For environmentalists, this goes too far.
By Lukas Knigge
The EU-Mercosur agreement must not be allowed to further promote deforestation in South America under any circumstances, researchers warn. The EU Commission and the German government refer to climate and forest protection clauses in the free trade agreement. However, the details are still unclear.
By Alexandra Endres
The EPP's attempt to introduce substantive changes to the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has failed. Parliament and the Council have agreed to merely postpone the regulations.
By Lukas Bayer
Oil companies are betting that the rising demand for plastics and other petrochemical products will compensate for the decline in the transport sector. A new report concludes that they are taking high risks in doing so.
By Alexandra Endres
Europe wants to be climate-neutral by 2050 and is even aiming to remove more greenhouse gases from the atmosphere than it emits. Some researchers are now calling for a specific target for 2055 and corresponding adjustments to the EU Climate Law.
By Lukas Knigge
Stakeholders from relevant German ministries were also invited to the Leopoldina's summit with representatives of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. However, German politicians failed to make an appearance.
By Marcel Grzanna
To what extent does international law oblige states to protect the climate? What are the legal consequences if countries fail to meet their obligations? The hearings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) have begun. Germany has also taken a stand.
By Alexandra Endres
Beijing has once again prevented Taiwan from participating in the World Climate Conference this year. Taipei is nevertheless trying to live up to its responsibility as a leading economic nation and is pursuing ambitious climate targets with German support.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
