G7 agree to phase out coal by 2035
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
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
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
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
Anyone operating a heat pump need not fear being forced to connect to a new district heating network at a later date. Such a compulsion would be disproportionate in practically all cases and is therefore inadmissible, according to a recent legal opinion.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
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
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
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 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
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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In view of good poll results, CSU leader Markus Söder has raised his election target for the European elections. He wants to see seven "plus x" MEPs in Brussels.
By Peter Fahrenholz