Because more coal-fired power plants are being taken off the grid than necessary due to market factors, the Federal Network Agency does not have to order any forced closures this year.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The Climate Action Tracker has reassessed the climate policies of Brazil, Singapore and Canada. Although there have been improvements, none of the countries are doing enough to protect the climate.
By Lisa Kuner
Until now, electricity customers in areas with a lot of renewable energy have paid higher prices due to the need to expand the grid. A new regulation should create more fairness from next year.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The Forum on China–Africa Cooperation is the most important event for African countries every three years. Again, almost all heads of state will be attending in person. However, China is ahead of its partners in several crucial respects.
By Lucia Weiß
Which government measures are best for effectively reducing CO2 emissions? Studies now suggest that the right mix and quick political decisions are important for success. However, experts and consumers prefer very different solutions.
By Bernhard Pötter
Despite some progress, the German government's climate policy is still rated as "insufficient" by the Climate Action Tracker. The traffic light coalition must accelerate the energy transition even further and develop a strategy for the transport sector – otherwise there is a risk of driving bans. Contributions to international climate financing should be tripled.
By Nico Beckert
Chaotic weather conditions significantly impact cereals, rapeseed, potatoes, as well as fruit and wine growing this year. This is the assessment of the German Ministry of Food and Agriculture in the preliminary harvest report 2024. On Wednesday, Agriculture Minister Cem Özdemir emphasized the need to adapt agriculture to climate change.
By Alexandra Endres
Greenhouse gas emissions in the EU countries were lower in the first quarter of 2024 than in the same quarter of the previous year. The economy grew in the same period – albeit very slightly.
By Lukas Knigge
A new meta-study has revealed significant adaptation gaps among 199 coastal cities. Neither the depth, scope nor speed of the measures are currently sufficient to adapt them to the increasing climate-related risks.
By Lukas Bayer
Nonprofit organizations claim that the national greenhouse gas emission limits of EU countries are unlawful and have sued the European Commission. The court intends to prioritize the case.
By Alexandra Endres
