The Federal Ministry of Economics is preparing proposals for financing the EU budget. According to the ministry's plans, a new tax could be levied on certain emissions in the energy sector.
By Manuel Berkel
After several weeks of examination, the Commission has announced its decision on Diederik Samsom's move to the gas group Gasunie. The former head of Timmermans' cabinet had not informed his former employer in a timely manner – and expressed his satisfaction on Thursday.
By Manuel Berkel
Despite sanctions, sensitive goods are still entering Russia. Estonia wants to stop this – and will now carry out stricter controls on travelers and carriers leaving the country.
By Lukas Knigge
In the first half of the year, the USA overtook China as Germany's most important trading partner. This has multiple reasons.
By Amelie Richter
The British airline has decided to discontinue a connection to China at the end of the summer flight schedule. Hungary will increase a direct connection instead.
By Amelie Richter
Half of all vehicles sold in China in July were either pure electric vehicles or plug-in hybrids. This underlines how far ahead the world's largest car market is of Western countries when it comes to the introduction of electric cars.
By Fabian Peltsch
China's energy consumption continues to rise – yet in the second quarter, the country's carbon emissions fell for a three-month period for the first time since the end of the pandemic.
By Christiane Kuehl
The Mercosur free trade agreement is hugely important for the EU – but there are still many questions. Diplomats are hoping for new talks in September.
By Redaktion Table
The EU Commission has published a document with frequently asked questions (FAQ) on the Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The aim is to support companies in implementing the new requirements.
By Leonie Düngefeld
EU regulations stipulate that Germany must reduce its emissions by half by 2030 compared to 2005, particularly in the transport and buildings sectors – but it is far from achieving this. Environmental Action Germany has filed a complaint and calls for urgent, immediate measures, including a speed limit.
By Alexandra Endres
