A new Agora study considers climate neutrality in Germany to be achievable by 2045. However, politicians would have to do more than they have so far.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The EU Court of Auditors has identified clear deficiencies in the EU's climate change adaptation policy. Despite high financial resources, the measures lag behind the ambitious targets, and in some cases, they even lead to maladaptation.
By Lukas Knigge
The UN Biodiversity Conference COP16 kicks off in Cali, Colombia, on October 21. The focus will be on mobilizing financial resources for biodiversity conservation. Host country Colombia sees itself as a bridge builder to close the financial gap.
By Claire Stam
In 2023, much more associated gas was flared during oil and gas production than in the previous year, increasing CO2 emissions by seven percent. Yet reducing flaring is actually considered a climate action measure that can be implemented quickly.
By Nico Beckert
Shortly before COP29, there are still many uncertainties regarding the new climate finance target (NCQG), the level of the target, the donor countries and the structure of the NCQG. A draft negotiating text reveals the open questions.
By Nico Beckert
More and more planetary boundaries are being exceeded. But two authors from the Club of Rome argue that through a socio-ecological transformation, a so-called "Giant Leap," the climate crisis and social imbalance can be overcome.
By Experts Table.Briefings
Solar plants on reservoirs and inland waterways offer huge potential for the energy transition. They can be a solution to the growing competition for land and offer many other advantages.
By Nick Nuttall
A study by Greenpeace questions the sustainability strategy of the Kenfo sovereign wealth fund. This is because the fund would continue to invest in companies that violate environmental and human rights standards.
By Amelie Guenther
Article 6 of the Paris Climate Agreement regulates the UN carbon market. According to a current draft, the article will in the future include a risk assessment to protect human rights and the environment.
By Lisa Kuner
25 medical faculties in Europe have founded a new network to adapt teaching to the increasing climate risks. Climate change does not necessarily cause new diseases, but it does exacerbate existing health risks.
By Lukas Bayer
