The EU Commission is working on a new version of the EU climate aid guidelines. The new rules are to apply from January 2022 and are causing concern in the energy-intensive German industry. Now the German government has reacted and addressed the concerns in its statement. The House of Economics Minister Peter Altmaier sees a considerable need for clarification.
By Timo Landenberger
Wind energy is a decisive factor in the expansion of renewable energies in Europe. But onshore land consumption is a problem, and off many coasts, the sea is too deep for profitable offshore wind farms. New technology is expected to provide the solution: Floating Offshore.
By Timo Landenberger
Permanent magnets made of rare earths are important components in electric motors and wind turbines. As the Green Deal is implemented, demand is growing – but 98 percent of production is located in China. That is set to change.
By Timo Landenberger
The building sector has a lot of potential for reducing carbon emissions. However, the EU Commission's proposal to introduce emissions trading for this sector as well caused an outcry throughout Europe. Although the ETS is only to become part of a policy mix, skepticism remains.
By Timo Landenberger
The planned introduction of a second Emissions Trading System for road transport and buildings is causing controversy throughout Europe. The Polish think tank CASE fears a disproportionate distribution of costs and emphasizes: "Poland unofficially rejects the proposals."
By Redaktion Table
Following the latest publications of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, there is disagreement about what the findings say about the EU climate package: Is the level of ambition sufficient or not? That depends, above all, on the perspective.
By Lukas Knigge
