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Nothing will be achieved in global climate action without China. The country is essential for reducing global emissions, procuring materials crucial for the energy transition and lowering the costs of clean technology. However, in some areas, the West is now more dependent on China than vice versa. And it lags behind in the race for geopolitical influence.
By Alexandra Endres
The Fit-for-55 package for the EU Climate Goal 2030 is now law, and the debate on the Climate Goal 2040 has already begun. A highly controversial issue is the amount of CO2 removal that should be credited in the Emissions Trading System (ETS). Could these plans endanger the entire system?
By Lukas Knigge
The British government wants to move the country toward net-zero emissions by mid-century. But its latest plans have generally been met with disappointment: They are accused of not being bold enough. Also, the plans contain few proposals for financing climate action.
By Redaktion Table
The EU Commission is urging Brazil and the other Mercosur countries to commit to certain sustainability goals as part of the planned trade agreement. Criticism is now mounting in the four countries – it will come down to a test of strength.
By Redaktion Table