A consistent mobility transition not only serves the climate, but also strengthens the competitiveness of industry and social fairness: This is according to the think tank Agora Verkehrswende in a paper of demands to the new German government.
By Alexandra Endres
All parties have presented proposals for a new climate and energy policy in the run-up to the German federal elections – some want to step up climate action, others want to slow down efforts. Table.Briefings assesses these ideas to see how realistic, practical and feasible they are. Today: the postponement of the combustion engine ban planned for 2035.
By Lukas Knigge
Apostolos Tzitzikostas wants to promote greater competitiveness and sustainability as Transport Commissioner. At the hearing in front of MEPs, he made clear that the end of the combustion engine is here to stay: "We cannot let up here."
By Markus Grabitz
The Commissioners-designate's answers to the committees' written questions are now available. They explain where they want to set their priorities. An overview of the key areas.
By Manuel Berkel
The price increase for the Deutschlandticket could almost halve the climate benefit of the ticket. This is shown by a new study. Many citizens would switch back to their car.
By Nico Beckert
A new study warns of driving bans and car decommissioning if the German government fails to reduce high emissions in the transport sector. The national budget could face high costs beyond 2030.
By Nico Beckert
Despite some progress, the German government's climate policy is still rated as "insufficient" by the Climate Action Tracker. The traffic light coalition must accelerate the energy transition even further and develop a strategy for the transport sector – otherwise there is a risk of driving bans. Contributions to international climate financing should be tripled.
By Nico Beckert
In a position paper on the implementation of the EU Renewable Energies Directive, the German Association of the Automotive Industry calls for more ambition in climate protection. This also includes e-fuels for 40 million existing vehicles with combustion engines.
By Lukas Knigge
Germany may face significant financial penalties due to missed climate targets under the EU's Effort Sharing Regulation (ESR), despite having abolished its own sector-specific targets.
By Lukas Knigge
A Hungarian government document reveals the priorities of the Hungarian Council Presidency for the coming six months – including a whole series of trilogues.
By Table.Briefings
