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The extreme drought that plagues China this summer causes severe pressure on its electricity system, especially in regions heavily relying on hydropower like Sichuan. In combination with the challenges of the economic slowdown, this leads to growing concerns that China might backpedal on its decarbonization ambitions, restart coal production and prioritize coal power infrastructure. However, the electricity generation data during the first half of 2022 shows China is still, slowly but steadily, increasing the ratio of renewable energy in its power mix.
Von Experts Table.Briefings
Die Nachricht über die Nominierung von Liz Truss zur neuen britischen Premierministerin ist in Brüssel mit Sorge aufgenommen worden. Bisher hat die EU mit der konservativen Tory-Politikerin, die sich gern auf Margaret Thatcher beruft, keine guten Erfahrungen gemacht.
Von Eric Bonse
The Nature Restoration Law and, in particular, the pesticide regulation are among the most controversial projects to be negotiated. Above all, German farmers see their livelihoods threatened by these plans. In addition, the Commission intends to present a legal framework for the certification of carbon sinks in November. Trilogues have begun for the LULUCF Regulation.
Von Timo Landenberger