At the Energy Council, Hungary and Slovakia prevented a united declaration on phasing out Russian fossil fuels. The Federal Minister for Economic Affairs surprised with a gesture towards the pro-nuclear EU states.
By Manuel Berkel
The NGO Clean Air Task Force warns in a letter to the EU energy ministers against undermining emission standards for natural gas imports. In one point, however, the climate advocates make a concession to the gas industry.
By Manuel Berkel
According to a new study, German gas imports are associated with far fewer methane emissions along the supply chain than the EU average. The study commissioned by the Ministry of Economic Affairs shows the major differences between the exporters: While Russia and the USA are among the dirtiest producers, Norway and the Netherlands are role models.
By Nico Beckert
At the World LNG Summit in Berlin, the industry reveals why it expects further growth for liquefied natural gas and customers willing to pay for it. Meanwhile, according to experts, the new Trump administration wants to "eliminate" climate regulations for methane leaks.
By Manuel Berkel
According to a group of think tanks, COP29 should address topics that are not given enough public attention, such as health, methane, supply chains, and fairness. The accusation is that many negotiators are not up to date with the latest scientific findings.
By Bernhard Pötter
The EU Commission plans to set a maximum quota for Chinese electrolyzers in future green hydrogen tenders. It fears the EU will become too dependent on imported electrolyzers from China. The European hydrogen industry welcomes the move.
By Manuel Berkel
The EU Commission plans to set a maximum quota for Chinese electrolyzers in future green hydrogen tenders. It fears the EU will become too dependent on imported electrolyzers from China. The European hydrogen industry welcomes the move.
By Manuel Berkel
According to Deutsche Umwelthilfe, the delegated act for blue hydrogen underestimates the emissions generated during production. Certain producer countries would therefore benefit the most.
By Manuel Berkel
Several laws on industrial and climate policy were finally adopted by the Member States on Tuesday: the Net-Zero Industry Act, the Methane Regulation and the Ecodesign Regulation.
By Manuel Berkel
