Hauliers and truck manufacturers in the EU are facing a minor revolution. The EU limits require a switch to alternative drive systems. Battery-powered trucks are likely to play the most important role. What role hydrogen could play is controversial.
By Redaktion Table
China is striving to become the leader in innovation and high-tech in decades to come. In our interview, Almuth Wietholtz-Eisert from the Leibniz Association describes the implications for German scientists and researchers. International cooperation partners must not close their eyes to the fact that research in China often serves military, economic or repressive purposes of the CCP. Wietholtz-Eisert warns against forced technology transfers and targeted cyberattacks. The interview was conducted by Michael Radunski.
By Michael Radunski
A European battery passport could make cell production more transparent and thus ensure greater sustainability. But for batteries for EVs and e-scooters to become environmentally friendly and socially acceptable, the raw materials would also have to come from Europe, writes Roberto García Martínez.
By Redaktion Table