In Austria, the climate action ministry is being dismantled under the new government. However, the government program is committed to the EU climate target and promises a climate law.
By Lisa Kuner
With the Clean Industrial Deal and the Affordable Energy Action Plan, the EU Commission wants to reduce energy prices in the short and long term – including through subsidies. This also harbors risks, write Lukas Bertram, Andreas Eisl, Philipp Jäger and Philipp C. Verpoort in today's Opinion.
By Experts Table.Briefings
A consistent mobility transition not only serves the climate, but also strengthens the competitiveness of industry and social fairness: This is according to the think tank Agora Verkehrswende in a paper of demands to the new German government.
By Alexandra Endres
The EU Commission wants to relieve the bureaucratic burden on companies. For example, due diligence obligations in supply chains are to be limited to direct business relationships. However, opposition is forming.
By Amelie Richter
China announced plans to boost its food production. Demand for eggs, meat and milk in particular is growing.
By Emily Kossak
Next week, the EU Commission will present its Clean Industrial Deal, a plan to make Europe's industry greener and competitive at the same time. The first details have now emerged from a draft of the plan. Including: social leasing.
By Lukas Knigge
The International Maritime Organization is currently discussing plans to decarbonize the shipping industry. According to an NGO, however, these could even lead to more emissions in the industry.
By Lisa Kuner
A growing number of countries call for a CO2 price on maritime transport. It would be the first global climate levy. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) will negotiate the issue from 17 February. The chances of an agreement are high.
By Fritz Vorholz
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
The EU Commission summarizes the state of Europe's waters in various reports. The data shows only a few improvements, which officials also attribute to more comprehensive measurements.
By Alex Veit
