According to official figures, the traffic light coalition has a positive climate balance: The statutory emission reductions of 65% will probably be achieved by 2030. However, for the 2040 and 2045 targets, a new government will have to make a lot of changes, especially in the areas of transport and buildings.
By Bernhard Pötter
Germany still falls well short of its wind power expansion targets. However, the record results of the latest tender for onshore wind farms suggest that they could be achieved in 2026. The numerous legislative changes initiated by the German Ministry for Economic Affairs have the desired effect.
By Nico Beckert
Stakeholders from relevant German ministries were also invited to the Leopoldina's summit with representatives of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. However, German politicians failed to make an appearance.
By Marcel Grzanna
At COP29 in Baku, Minister for Economic Affairs Robert Habeck presented new standards for low-CO2 cement and concrete – the prerequisite for the industrial sector to complete the transformation. Corresponding projects are also to be supported.
By Lukas Knigge
The Climate Club initiated by Chancellor Scholz takes stock one year after its foundation. Members are working on common standards, particularly for green steel and cement. Initial financing plans are also discussed.
By Lukas Knigge
The automotive industry has long been pushing for an earlier review of the EU fleet limits. At the car summit, it has now received support from the Minister for Economic Affairs. There is to be no new purchase premium.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Following a study on the costs and emissions of climate-damaging emissions, environmental associations are calling for consequences to be drawn and subsidies to be reduced. Neither the BMWK nor the Ministry of Transport feel responsible.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
At the former nuclear power plant site in Lingen, a phase-shifter transformer and an electrolyzer were symbolically inaugurated on Monday in the presence of Economy Minister Robert Habeck. Both are set to help better utilize wind power from northern Germany.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The global energy transition is unattainable without China. Therefore, Robert Habeck should emphasize climate policy relations during his visit to Beijing. Here are six proposals for pragmatic cooperation between Germany and China to benefit climate action.
By Alexandra Endres
On his Asian trip, Federal Minister of Economic Affairs Robert Habeck’s first stop is South Korea. The country is not only a key partner for the German and European Indo-Pacific strategy but also a role model in terms of de-risking.
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