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France is relying on nuclear power to achieve its climate targets. President Macron wants to invest in small nuclear power plants in particular in order to drive forward the energy transition. To finance this, nuclear energy must be classified as sustainable in the EU taxonomy. But the new technology also harbors many problems.
By Charlotte Wirth
Germany agreed on an energy partnership with South Africa at the World Climate Conference (COP26) on Tuesday. South Africa is to be supported in particular in phasing out coal. A step towards climate financing for emerging economies with role-model character.
By Timo Landenberger
Cities are responsible for a large share of greenhouse gases and at the same time play an important role in climate protection. Mike Bloomberg, Special Representative for Climate Action of the UN Secretary-General and Co-Chair of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate Energy, and Commission Vice-President Frans Timmermans call on governments to provide more support to mayors.
By Redaktion Table