A new study suggests that plants and animals in mountainous regions adapt better to climate change than previously assumed, thus calling previous theories into question. However, experts warn that interpretations should be made with caution. Meanwhile, there is little hope for glaciers.
By Anja Graßl
A report on carbon markets and climate targets fears a "return of land grabbing." It argues that the land rights of local populations need to be better protected, especially within the UN process. Germany and the EU also plan to use carbon trading to achieve their climate targets.
By Alexandra Endres
For the first time, Latin American countries are no longer pursuing plans to expand coal power. Honduras and Brazil have scrapped the two remaining projects. Honduras has also joined the Powering Past Coal Alliance.
By Nico Beckert
The project in the North Sea is seen as a beacon of hope for many European countries' carbon storage plans. However, questions are now emerging regarding funding, technical capacity and transportation of the project.
By Jule Zentek
Environmental organizations accuse Azienda Elettrica Ticinese of jeopardizing the coal phase-out with a compensation lawsuit.
By Alex Veit
Unlike in the US, German banks stay their ESG course. Large private banks stick to their climate plans.
By Redaktion Table
For the first time, wildfires are the main cause of tropical rainforest loss. The destruction was unprecedented in 2024, according to an analysis by the World Resources Institute.
By Lukas Bayer
According to an analysis based on corporate sustainability reports, the direct emissions of DAX companies fell in 2024. However, if Scope 3 emissions are included, the reported greenhouse gas emissions increase. According to the analysis, this is primarily due to better reporting standards.
By Lisa Kuner
Economics Minister Katherina Reiche aims to reduce the electricity tax to the EU minimum level before the summer recess and to amend the controversial Building Energy Act (GEG) by year’s end.
By Michael Bröcker
Until now, Iceland's CO₂ removal systems from the air were considered the world leaders. But now the Swiss company Climeworks is reporting sobering figures. Is the hype surrounding direct air capture over?
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