Despite some harsh criticism from experts and environmental organizations, the Climate Protection Act was passed by the Bundestag. Now the associations are considering taking legal action against it. They could decide in May – the probability is high.
By Alexandra Endres
Rewetting moors helps nature conservation and the climate. So far, however, there has been no business model for this. An alliance of researchers, politicians, companies and foundations now wants to change this.
By Bernhard Pötter
At the ministerial meeting in Turin, the G7 countries agreed on a joint coal phase-out by 2035. Storage capacities for renewables could also be massively expanded.
By Lukas Bayer
The Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry of Agriculture are making around €130 million available for forest owners and local authorities. The money comes from the "Natural Climate Protection Action Program", which was severely cut in January.
By Lukas Bayer
To support farmers, German Agriculture Minister Cem Özdemir is calling for the EU rules on national subsidies to be relaxed. He has found a sympathetic ear with the European Commission – but not with all EU countries.
By Julia Dahm
According to a new report, more and more people around the world do not have access to a secure food supply. Three factors contribute to the worsening situation despite international efforts.
By Julia Dahm
The trend points towards electric vehicles – albeit with significant regional differences. A new study shows that interest in electric vehicles is significantly higher in China than in Germany or the USA.
By Michael Radunski
China's party and state leader Xi Jinping is coming to Europe next week. He will first travel to Paris, then to Serbia and Hungary. There he will meet with like-minded partners. Xi's visit also has a historical background.
By Michael Radunski
The EU wants to use more trade instruments to stem the flood of exports from China. Germany is rather opposed to this due to concerns about a trade war. Economist Rolf Langhammer is now backing the EU.
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At the Agriculture Council, Federal Agriculture Minister Özdemir is campaigning for more national subsidies to be allowed without EU approval. Many countries support this, but there will also likely be headwind.
By Julia Dahm
