Despite record levels of renewables, the world is not on track to triple capacity by 2030. Annual investment needs to be doubled, a new report warns. The threat of missing the target is problematic because fossil fuels will only be pushed out of the power grids quickly enough if renewables are expanded sufficiently.
By Nico Beckert
China could become a frontrunner in the development of electric aircraft. In contrast, Western manufacturers lack the incentive to innovate due to their large order backlogs for conventional planes, according to a recent study.
By Nico Beckert
The Climate Investment Fund will provide USD 1 billion to support industrial decarbonization in Brazil, Turkey, Mexico, Egypt, South Africa, Namibia and Uzbekistan. These countries are now expected to draw up concrete action plans.
By Lisa Kuner
In the face of opposition from environmental NGOs and Environment Minister Marina Silva, the Brazilian Senate has passed a law that makes it much easier to approve projects that are harmful to the climate and the environment. The Chamber of Deputies is expected to approve the bill.
By Alexandra Endres
Syria's new transitional government is struggling with the financial legacy of the Assad regime and an energy crisis. Experts warn of a paradox: The sanctions imposed by the West could tie the former oil country back to Russia in the long term.
By Michael Liebert
China wants to build new coal-fired power plants by at least 2027. They are intended to compensate for fluctuations in renewable energies, which is a technical challenge. The new power plants should also capture CO₂ and add biomass where possible.
By Nico Beckert
China wants to build new coal-fired power plants by at least 2027. They are intended to compensate for fluctuations in renewable energies, which is a technical challenge. The new power plants should also capture CO2 and add biomass where possible.
By Nico Beckert
Shipping is to become climate-neutral by 2050. According to a study commissioned by Greenpeace, green methanol could play a key role in this.
By Lisa Kuner
Under President Donald Trump, the USA is increasingly withdrawing from climate protection. In just a few weeks, this has led to the loss of tens of thousands of jobs and billions in investments.
By Carsten Hübner
In an open letter, more than 100 environmental organizations call for an immediate end to offshore oil and gas production.
By Nicolas Heronymus
