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The World Bank announces big green plans: Ending fossil fuel financing, new reporting methods for the transition, more money for the climate and "Paris compliance" for its own business. But critics find transparency lacking and question the departure from fossil energy.
By Alexandra Endres
The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund are to be better able to respond to the climate crisis and other challenges in the future. But how their reform is supposed to look in practice is disputed. An overview of the proposals:
By Bernhard Pötter
A recent report by the International Renewable Energy (IRENA) warns that only an immediate and drastic expansion of renewables can help meet the climate targets. However, IRENA head Francesco La Camera is not optimistic.
By Bernhard Pötter