According to a media report, international banks and financial institutions want to participate in the expansion of nuclear power. Around 30 countries are relying on low-carbon electricity for their climate action plans. At the same time, the Harrisburg nuclear power plant in the USA, which went out of control with a core meltdown in 1979, is to supply electricity again.
By Bernhard Pötter
Climate policy plays an important role in the background at the 79th UN General Assembly in New York City. The expansion of renewables and financial issues are particularly important in preparation for COP29.
By Bernhard Pötter
At the summit of small island states in New York, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced more support for the Global South in financing climate protection measures.
By Lukas Knigge
The automotive industry has long been pushing for an earlier review of the EU fleet limits. At the car summit, it has now received support from the Minister for Economic Affairs. There is to be no new purchase premium.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
The European Court of Auditors has found considerable shortcomings in EU funding for the organic sector. The auditors call for a more holistic approach.
By Julia Dahm
Baden-Württemberg challenges the proposed split of Germany's electricity bidding zone, advocating for alternative solutions to address grid bottlenecks and market inefficiencies. A new report recommends exploring regional remuneration for renewable energies, investment in hydrogen production, and capacity mechanisms for controllable power plants before considering a zone division.
By Manuel Berkel
Ten years ago, Uyghur economist Ilham Tohti was sentenced to life in prison. A verdict that, according to Human Rights Watch, has "no basis in reality." The EU reiterates its call for his immediate release.
By Marcel Grzanna
The EU Commission is complaining to the WTO about the anti-subsidy investigation recently launched by China against European dairy products. This is the first time the EU has intervened via the WTO so early in the process.
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Representatives of the Communist Party of China were guests at the Willy Brandt House on Monday. The background is the party dialogue with the Social Democratic Party (SPD). After the meeting, General Secretary Klingel called for more in-depth exchange.
By Amelie Richter
Data from the Federal Statistical Office show that Germany's exports to the People's Republic have fallen massively. The collapse has two main reasons.
By Michael Radunski
