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
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
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
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
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.
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China recently approved the construction of ten new reactors. Now, emergency response will be improved.
By Emily Kossak
With an earlier review of the assessment criteria for hydrogen produced with nuclear energy – also known as red hydrogen – the Commission is taking a step towards European nuclear power operators.
By Lukas Knigge
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
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
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
