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Nuclear alliance: Schneider counters Reiche.

Federal Environment Minister Carsten Schneider has voiced criticism of Economic Affairs Minister Katherina Reiche’s participation in the Nuclear Alliance meeting. In a new letter to the Commission, the alliance is calling for access to regular EU research funding.

By Manuel Berkel

Feature

Energy Council: No unanimity on Russian gas

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

Feature

EU money for nuclear power: Why the Ministry of Economic Affairs is backpedaling.

No new German nuclear policy in Brussels: Following strong protests from Environment Minister Carsten Schneider (SPD), a government spokesperson has clarified that there is no new position on nuclear funding from the EU budget. The ministry reinterprets the statements made by Minister Reiche.

By Malte Kreutzfeldt

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Nuclear power: Germany drops resistance in Brussels

Germany’s long-standing opposition to treating nuclear power on par with renewable energy is over. New Federal Economy Minister Katherina Reiche is advocating for technological openness, clearing the way for EU funding for nuclear power.

By Lukas Knigge

Analyse

Russian gas: Importers to disclose contract data.

In the roadmap for phasing out Russian energy imports, the Commission promises more transparency regarding current contracts. Importers should also be able to withdraw from long-term supply contracts by 2027 without having to fear compensation.

By Table.Briefings

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Nuclear power: China approves ten new reactors.

China has approved the construction of ten new nuclear reactors and is maintaining its rapid expansion course. The People's Republic can build nuclear power plants more cheaply than Western countries. But even in China, there are frequent delays.

By Nico Beckert

Feature

COP29: How Taiwan fights a lonely battle against climate change

Beijing has once again prevented Taiwan from participating in the World Climate Conference this year. Taipei is nevertheless trying to live up to its responsibility as a leading economic nation and is pursuing ambitious climate targets with German support.

By Malte Kreutzfeldt

Feature

Ukraine: The push for fossil fuels amid climate commitments

While Russia is bombing Ukraine's energy infrastructure, the country is preparing for the harshest winter of war yet. This includes the expansion of renewable energies. However, the power supply is being secured with fossil fuels and nuclear power.

By Marilen Martin