China's leading solar companies suffered dramatic losses in the first half of the year despite continued high demand. This is the first time that the sector has bottomed out in a completely market-driven environment. A reorientation of the companies is urgently needed.
By Christiane Kuehl
Many German companies remain committed to the energy transition despite high energy prices and regulatory hurdles. However, they demand clear framework conditions and lower energy prices to ensure that the transition can succeed sooner and prevent a loss of competitiveness. This is the result of a survey of 550 production companies.
By Lukas Bayer
The UK has approved a large floating wind farm for the first time. The floating turbines are intended to make sea regions with high wind speeds accessible. The project could bring about the commercial breakthrough of this technology.
By Nick Nuttall
The CDU and CSU want to continue pursuing the energy transition but make it more cost-effective. A paper adopted by the parliamentary group's executive committee lists several proposals – but not all are realistic.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Many Western countries have made great progress in phasing out coal. However, the hunger for energy in India and China keeps global demand at an all-time high.
By Nico Beckert
China is tightening controls on critical minerals. Experts expect further regulations for certain raw materials that are important for future sectors in the West in the future.
By Christiane Kuehl
Until now, electricity customers in areas with a lot of renewable energy have paid higher prices due to the need to expand the grid. A new regulation should create more fairness from next year.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
Despite some progress, the German government's climate policy is still rated as "insufficient" by the Climate Action Tracker. The traffic light coalition must accelerate the energy transition even further and develop a strategy for the transport sector – otherwise there is a risk of driving bans. Contributions to international climate financing should be tripled.
By Nico Beckert
China already achieved the expansion target for renewable energies by 2030 in July. Nevertheless, the country still needs to invest more to achieve its own targets for reducing emissions in the energy sector.
By Christiane Kuehl
Over the weekend, German Economy Minister Robert Habeck announced new funding rules for using biomass as an energy source. The industry demands a swift implementation, and conflicts over the use of renewable raw materials remain.
By Alex Veit
