The oil giant Shell is appealing a 2021 ruling in The Hague stating that it must reduce its emissions by 45 percent by 2030. The argument: Responsibility lies with policymakers, not the judiciary. A decision on this significant matter is expected in the fall.
By Alexandra Endres
Due to climate change, there is an increasing occurrence of heatwaves that move more slowly, last longer and affect larger areas than they would without it. The most significant changes are observed in Europe and Asia, as a new study reveals.
By Lukas Bayer
Within Europe, Germany plays a leading role in climate-friendly technology, according to a new database. However, in the global comparison, China is pulling further ahead.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Ahead of the next EU Commission, the DUH (German Environmental Aid) and the green-affiliated Heinrich Böll Foundation present proposals for achieving 100 percent renewable energy: more ambitious EU targets, faster expansion, better grids, increased flexibility and greater involvement of local authorities.
By Bernhard Pötter
For the oil and gas industry, CCS becomes a potential business area. Especially in Southeast Asia, companies are scouting for suitable storage sites for greenhouse gases. According to the IEA, significant CCS potentials are needed to achieve climate goals.
By Bernhard Pötter
Data shows that Germany is increasingly importing natural gas from the United States, where it is often extracted through fracking. The method is considered environmentally harmful and poses health risks.
By Carsten Hübner
Tobias Bischof-Niemz is set to become a new board member of the energy company Enertrag. The engineer will be responsible for implementing a large-scale hydrogen project in Namibia, which has been identified as a strategic project by the German government.
By Alex Veit
How is the EU's Green Deal progressing? Where are renewables being manufactured and installed? What's new with hydrogen and electric cars? So far, there hasn't been a central source for this information. Now, guidance comes from the "Clean Tech Tracker" by the Brussels-based think tank Bruegel.
By Bernhard Pötter
Weeks of heat and lack of rain in southern Africa are causing crop failures and threatening the food supply of up to 16 million people. Experts say that climate change worsens the situation.
By Andreas Sieren
Since the beginning of the year, European shipping has been included in the European emissions trading. Initially, the industry expressed concerns that shipping companies could avoid EU ports and continue to generate emissions unchecked. It has now become apparent that shipping companies are benefiting from the price increases.
By Lisa Kuner
