According to surveys, interest in electric cars is growing again in Germany. Range, charging networks and high prices are perceived as less problematic. The trend reversal can already be seen in new car registrations.
By Fritz Vorholz
The plans of several large power utilities to expand their gas supply are jeopardizing the energy transition in Europe. Instead of credible transformation plans, utilities such as RWE and Enel are setting themselves net-zero targets between 2040 and 2050 – too late to comply with the Paris Agreement.
By Lukas Bayer
Only limited quantities of CO2 can be stored under the North Sea, so researchers recommend storage only for certain emissions.
By Lukas Knigge
Reducing emissions not only protects the climate but also strengthens Europe's security. According to a study, less oil consumption in Europe lowers the global market price of fossil fuels – with a direct impact on Russia's war chest.
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In its latest country report, the IEA largely gives the German energy transition a good report card and calls for continuity. There is explicit praise for the amendment to the Building Energy Act, which the CDU/CSU would like to reverse.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The French state is not fulfilling its duty to protect citizens from the effects of climate change: This is what several NGOs and private individuals are saying and filing a lawsuit.
By Alexandra Endres
Shipping is to become climate-neutral by 2050. According to a study commissioned by Greenpeace, green methanol could play a key role in this.
By Lisa Kuner
As one of the most important results of the COP30, Brazil is planning a new investment fund to save tropical forests. The aim is to generate returns for investors, emerging economies and forest conservation with USD 125 billion. But the project faces many hurdles.
By Bernhard Pötter
Foreign companies are paying too little for carbon certificates from Africa, criticizes the head of the African Development Bank.
By Lisa Kuner
The interim status of the coalition agreement shows that the negotiators from the Christian Democrats and Social Democrats are discussing abolishing the German Buildings Energy Act (GEG) in its current form. The central question is whether energy or emission efficiency should take priority in the future. It is important to remain pragmatic and find a common middle ground.
By Experts Table.Briefings
