The European Commission aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 90 percent by 2040 compared to 1990. Some consider this insufficient, while others find it overly ambitious. The debate reveals something more fundamental: The EU's status as a climate leader is no longer guaranteed.
By Lukas Knigge
The young entrepreneur Huang Hongxiang wants to help Chinese companies make their foreign investments more sustainable and better align them with conditions on the ground. The demand for a better understanding of Chinese companies is huge in places like Africa, he says in an interview with Fabian Peltsch. However, the Chinese side, in particular, continues to stonewall in many cases.
By Fabian Peltsch
According to an ICCT study, the difference between official and actual CO2 emissions from passenger cars has grown over the last four years. This means that the new EU WLTP test procedure could become less reliable.
By Nico Beckert
International organizations warn that the expansion of power grids around the world is too slow. This also jeopardizes the expansion targets for renewable energies in Europe. The IEA and IRENA call for faster approval procedures, more investment, better planning and the expansion of domestic supply chains.
By Lukas Knigge
Poland's new Minister of Climate and Environment is tasked with the long-neglected coal phase-out. There is a lack of financial resources and compromises must be found in Polands large government coalition.
By Redaktion Table
On Tuesday, the EU Parliament adopted the trilogue result on reducing climate-damaging F-gases. Up to 40 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents are to be saved by 2030. However, the trade sector fears a de facto maintenance ban on existing refrigeration systems.
By Lisa Kuner
Shortly before the EU Commission announces its interim target for 2040, scientists have identified significant gaps in the relevant EU legislation. Climate neutrality in 2050 is hardly achievable, they say. A CCS strategy and a form of climate fund are needed, for example.
By Lukas Knigge
Shortly before the EU Commission announces its interim target for 2040, scientists have identified significant gaps in the relevant EU legislation. Climate neutrality in 2050 is hardly achievable, they say. A CCS strategy and a form of climate fund are needed, for example.
By Lukas Knigge
According to a draft of the European carbon management strategy, the EU Commission is planning to establish an internal carbon market. The industrial use of captured carbon is also to be expanded.
By Lukas Knigge
The EU Parliament adopted the trilogue result on the reduction of climate-damaging F-gases on Tuesday. Up to 40 million tons of carbon equivalents are to be saved by 2030. However, the trade sector fears a de facto maintenance ban on existing refrigeration systems.
By Lukas Knigge
