According to the Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs, users of electric vehicles do not always pay an "appropriate" price at public charging stations, although the AFIR has been stipulating this for over six months. The BMWK is now calling on the EU Commission to take further steps.
By Manuel Berkel
The governments in Berlin and Paris have agreed to discuss "best practices" for the promotion of electric vehicles. The announcement raises eyebrows, as France has introduced subsidies that exclude many Chinese models.
By Manuel Berkel
Under the Biden administration, a US law could be passed that bans Chinese components in connected cars on the US market. This will also have consequences for the supply chains of European manufacturers.
By Corinna Visser
Several members of the CDU/CSU have criticized the cancellation of the Franco-German Parliamentary Assembly on Dec. 2. Bundestag President Bärbel Bas had canceled the meeting due to the end of the traffic light coalition. Several important topics will now have to wait.
By Manuel Berkel
The Brussels think tank Cerre is calling for more precise regulation to specifically promote Europe's digital and green transformation. In a white paper, the authors warn against excessive bureaucracy and suggest focusing on implementation.
By Corinna Visser
In the affair surrounding the possible bogus employment of staff in the European Parliament, the public prosecutor's office has demanded a five-year loss of the right to stand for election for the right-wing nationalist Marine Le Pen.
By Redaktion Table
Denmark presents guidelines for the safe and responsible use of AI assistants. The standards are also intended to help promote uniform and robust approaches to the use of AI within Europe.
By Corinna Visser
The EU Commission has presented its proposal for the introduction of the eDeclaration. BDA Managing Director Kampeter speaks of a "significant" step towards reducing bureaucracy.
By Alina Leimbach
Brazil comes to COP29 with good news: Deforestation has recently fallen sharply and, according to the new NDC, emissions are set to fall by 59 to 67 percent below 2005 levels by 2035. However, this is not enough for many NGOs.
By Alexandra Endres
Nitrous oxide, which is also a known party drug, harms the climate and our health. German Health Minister Lauterbach now plans to ban the drug. Meanwhile, a UN report at COP29 urges a decisive anti-nitrous oxide policy in industry and agriculture.
By Lukas Bayer
