<strong>Global shipping: Germany has a unique opportunity to redeem its reputation on climate</strong>

International shipping is one of the biggest polluters. In order for the industry to get on the 1.5-degree path, concrete emission reduction targets are needed – as early as 2030 and 2040, as Anaïs Rios writes in this Opinion. Germany must lobby for this in the EU.

Last updated: 24. July 2025