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CAP reform: end of debate, start of implementation

The EU Parliament waved through the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on Tuesday with a clear majority. Now all that is needed is the approval of the Council, and then there will be nothing standing in the way of the new CAP from 2023. However, the member states have a certain amount of leeway when it comes to implementation.

By Lukas Knigge

State aid guidelines: Commission responds to criticism

The EU Commission wants to enable member states to better promote projects in the interest of environmental and climate protection. However, industry fears that energy-intensive companies will fall victim to the reform. The authorities are now taking action – but criticism remains.

By Till Hoppe

BDI Climate Congress: German industry's list of demands

The BDI presented five concrete demands to the future German government at its climate congress on Tuesday. In addition, the business representatives voiced clear criticism of the current climate policy, which is not sufficient in any sector. A scrappage premium to combat the high number of combustion cars was also brought into play.

By Timo Landenberger