The Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTI) advocates for CO2 compensations based on scientific standards. Within the initiative, there is now a conflict: Representatives of market mechanisms are clashing with defenders of scientific integrity.
By Redaktion Table
A coalition of frontrunner nations launches an ambitious project at the World Bank Conference: A global climate tax is to be adopted at COP30 in 2025. Taxes on financial speculation, fossil fuels, flights and shipping could raise billions for climate action.
By Bernhard Pötter
Climate financing and structural reforms are key topics at the spring meeting of the World Bank and IMF. The World Bank in particular is changing in order to respond faster and better to the climate crisis. But important questions remain unanswered.
By Bernhard Pötter
According to UN climate chief Simon Stiell, the existing climate plans of UN countries will hardly reduce emissions by 2030. He said humanity only has "two years to save the world." In the run-up to the IMF and World Bank spring meetings, Stiell has a clear idea of what is needed to achieve this.
By Bernhard Pötter
The green transformation of the German economy requires billions in investment – and the money is there. The government could make it available through higher taxes while simultaneously limiting social conflicts.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The decarbonization of the European industry will be costly. E3G, Share Action and WWF therefore recommend, among other things, dismantling barriers for consumers who want to invest sustainably and creating more incentives for private investments.
By Lisa Kuner
Avinash Persaud is the architect of the "Bridgetown Initiative" for equitable climate finance. As a close advisor to Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Mottley, he advocates for financial system reform and higher taxes on fossil fuels used in shipping and aviation.
By Jule Zentek
The new strongman at the helm of China's financial regulator is known for his boldness and for stimulating the economy with megaprojects. Initiatives labeled "green" could benefit from his appointment.
By Experts Table.Briefings
Uganda has presented its energy transition plan: The government wants to eliminate energy poverty with renewables, an oil pipeline and a nuclear project and ensure a climate-neutral energy supply by 2065. This will require billions, including foreign investment.
By Viktor Funk
There is no crystal ball for predicting developments – but when it comes to the climate, some things are relatively clear: global warming will continue, the UN process will revolve around the fossil fuel phase-out, finance will be a key issue, and elections will change politics. An outlook for the coming year.
By Bernhard Pötter
