Behind the scenes at the UN and ahead of the Bonn mid-year conference in June, the debate over the host of the 2026 climate conference has begun. There are many compelling arguments for Australia.
By Bernhard Pötter
The progress monitor by BDEW and EY certifies that the German government has managed to accelerate the energy transition. However, the report also warns that investment must continue to increase in order to achieve the country's climate targets.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
A recent survey shows: Concern about the climate is dwindling in Germany, albeit at a high level. Many people consider other problems to be more pressing. Nevertheless, a slight majority would like the EU to take a leading climate policy role.
By Alexandra Endres
From an economic perspective, Commerzbank is back on track. But when it comes to socio-ecological transformation, the situation looks different. Here, the bank failed to meet its own targets.
By Redaktion Table
The European Commission is investigating 20 airlines on suspicion of greenwashing. In addition to questionable compensation for their greenhouse gas emissions, other green promises are also under scrutiny.
By Lukas Bayer
Raising taxes on the rich would punish prosperity without saving the climate. On the other hand, emissions trading plus climate money is effective, efficient and social at the same time – and therefore ideal for the green transformation.
By Experts Table.Briefings
False information and delaying narratives play a growing role in the EU election campaign. Compared to previous elections, climate disinformation is now much more subtle – making it even more dangerous.
By Lisa Kuner
At the ministerial meeting in Turin, the G7 countries agreed on a joint coal phase-out by 2035. Storage capacities for renewables could also be massively expanded.
By Lukas Bayer
The Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Agriculture are making around €130 million available for forest owners and local authorities. The money comes from the "Natural Climate Protection Action Program", which was severely cut in January.
By Lukas Bayer
The German government wants to promote "climate-friendly new construction in the low-price segment" with a new funding program. However, the conditions are to be designed in such a way that they can already be easily met with current building practice, warns Deutsche Umwelthilfe on the basis of an expert report.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
