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Emissions

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IED reform: fewer industrial emissions, but lots of red tape

The EU Commission wants to oblige industry to reduce its emissions and do its part to make Europe a climate-neutral economy. The use of fluorinated greenhouse gases and ozone-depleting substances is also to be more strictly regulated.

By Lukas Knigge

Opinion

CO2 limits for cars: key to climate protection and energy security

Cars still cause a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. In its draft "Fit for 55" package, the Commission formulates for the first time an EU-wide date for phasing out internal combustion engines and more ambitious CO2 limits for new cars. But these are not strict enough.

By Redaktion Table

China Wald Aufforstung Xi Jinping Baum
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Great Green Wall against sandstorms and climate change

Beijing has been reforesting woodlands across the country for years - with varying degrees of success. While China has achieved success in the Gobi Desert, other tree planting campaigns have not had the desired effects. The success of reforestation in the fight against climate change also depends on the type of trees planted.

By Ning Wang