Emissions from maritime shipping will be covered by European emissions trading in the future - a historic step. The EU Commission also presents first proposals on how it intends to certify carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere. This has been met with some considerable criticism.
By Lukas Knigge
Despite the renaissance of fossil fuels at COP27, IEA chief Fatih Birol sees strong momentum for the global energy transition. Birol predicts a peak in gas consumption soon. But the 1.5-degree target will require trillions in investment. He advises Germany not to venture into fracking.
By Alexandra Endres
When it comes to solar technology, the world is dependent on supplies from China. But in the West, there are debates about human rights violations along the supply chain. The People's Republic now reacts by planning its own "clean" supply chains for exports. The West would still receive solar technology with a clear conscience but would remain dependent.
By Nico Beckert
The head of the UN Development Programme Achim Steiner warns that the dramatic debt levels of poor countries threaten progress on climate protection. Without restructuring the financial system, he says, the Paris Agreement will remain out of reach.
By Bernhard Pötter
Over the last years, Ukraine raised its climate ambition and expanded the use of renewable energy. But the ongoing Russian war undermines this progress and limits the country's climate action. Companies in the renewable energy sector complain about further obstacles.
By Redaktion Table
