If the global community wants to achieve its climate targets, carbon dioxide that has already been generated must also be recaptured. However, the technology for this is still expensive. China is not deterred by this and is planning huge plants to capture CO2.
By Nico Beckert
Criticism of the delegated acts on green hydrogen continues. Still, the plans forged within the Berlaymont go much further: The Commission already wants to pave the path to SynFuels 2.0 and put a clear expiration date on a long-held vision for emissions recycling.
By Manuel Berkel
Europe's companies have their headquarters breathing down their necks: They are also expected to reduce emissions in China as quickly as possible. Although the People's Republic does have climate targets, the actual framework is largely lacking and the conditions are difficult.
By Christiane Kuehl
After Russia, Europe wants to free itself from other unhealthy dependencies and develop more stable raw materials supply chains. Suddenly, everyone is talking about rebuilding the European mining industry. How could this succeed?
By Leonie Düngefeld
Berlin and Brussels want to include municipal waste incineration in emissions trading. The waste industry warns against solo efforts at national level and calls on the EU to conduct a thorough analysis of the possible consequences.
By Leonie Düngefeld
More companies, more disclosures: The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) will greatly change sustainability reporting. Many companies are ill-prepared, but time is running out.
By Leonie Düngefeld
