The German chemical industry faces a "task of the century": The path to net zero emissions requires large investments and low-carbon substitute raw materials are in short supply and compete with other sectors, as two new studies show. However, the Federation of German Industries also sees opportunities in the climate transition.
By Nico Beckert
Current legislation will increase the demand for SAFs in the coming years. Read about how much money is needed for this in Table.Briefings.
By Lisa Kuner
According to official figures, the traffic light coalition has a positive climate balance: The statutory emission reductions of 65% will probably be achieved by 2030. However, for the 2040 and 2045 targets, a new government will have to make a lot of changes, especially in the areas of transport and buildings.
By Bernhard Pötter
The new German government must not simply fall behind previous plans when it comes to climate targets. This is the conclusion of a comprehensive legal opinion commissioned by the CDU/CSU-affiliated Climate Union.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Progress is being made worldwide in decarbonizing the building sector. Read in Table.Briefings why this is not enough to achieve the climate targets.
By Lisa Kuner
The new special fund for infrastructure is to provide EUR 100 billion for climate action. If Germany is to achieve its climate targets, the public sector will have to invest a lot more money. The areas where the need is greatest and why the EUR 500 billion special fund can still help to close the funding gap.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Canada has abolished the CO₂ tax for consumers. It was one of the first official acts of the new Prime Minister Mark Carney. The CO₂ tax for large emitters remains in place.
By Nico Beckert
Read in Table.Briefings why climate neutrality in the Basic Law does not make climate lawsuits more promising.
By Lisa Kuner
The EU demonstrated unity with South Africa at the summit in South Africa. The focus of relations is the expansion of clean energy. However, critical minerals are also becoming an issue.
By Lucia Weiß
The coalition negotiations in the individual working groups continue on Thursday. Many recognized experts are involved in climate and energy - and only a few critics of the energy transition.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
