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Climate protection

Alberto Vela ist Kommunikationsbeauftragter für Energie- und Klimapolitik beim European Environmental Bureau, Europas größtem Netzwerk von Umwelt-Bürgerinitiativen.
Opinion

EU member states are not on board with the solution to the energy crisis

The Green Deal is the most effective solution to energy poverty, writes Alberto Vela of the EEB. The combination of energy efficiency, renewables and efficient building renovation has the greatest potential to decarbonise the EU economy and protect citizens from volatile prices.

By Redaktion Table

Feature

Hydrogen: not all that glitters is green

With a new legislative package, the EU Commission wants to orient the European gas market towards hydrogen. This also involves the classification of so-called low carbon fuels as climate-friendly alternatives. However, observers say that the draft legislation, which has been circulating since last week, contains major gaps and demand improvements.

By Timo Landenberger

Feature

Battery or hydrogen: dispute over the truck future

Hauliers and truck manufacturers in the EU are facing a minor revolution. The EU limits require a switch to alternative drive systems. Battery-powered trucks are likely to play the most important role. What role hydrogen could play is controversial.

By Redaktion Table

Opinion

Smart buildings for a smart energy transition

The change of government is an opportunity to initiate a digital awakening in the energy sector, writes Bitkom Executive Committee member Matthias Hartmann. Available technologies could achieve almost a third of the necessary CO savings in the building sector.

By Redaktion Table