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Lukas Knigge

Researchers recommend a minimum carbon price for ETS 2

The ETS 2 is set to replace German emissions trading in 2027. However, this could lead to price fluctuations, which could ultimately also jeopardize the climate targets. This is why scientists have presented ways to prevent this.

Von Lukas Knigge

2040 climate target: modest ambition, significant resistance

The European Commission aims to reduce CO2 emissions by 90 percent by 2040 compared to 1990. Some consider this insufficient, while others find it overly ambitious. The debate reveals something more fundamental: The EU's status as a climate leader is no longer guaranteed.

Von Lukas Knigge

Nächste EU-Kommission: Grüne stellen Bedingungen an vdL

Terry Reintke und Bas Eickhout führen die Europäischen Grünen als Spitzenkandidaten in die Europawahl. Auf dem Parteikongress in Lyon stellte das Duo Bedingungen für die Unterstützung einer zweiten Amtszeit von EU-Kommissionspräsidentin Ursula von der Leyen.

Von Lukas Knigge

Slow grid expansion threatens Europes climate targets

International organizations warn that the expansion of power grids around the world is too slow. This also jeopardizes the expansion targets for renewable energies in Europe. The IEA and IRENA call for faster approval procedures, more investment, better planning and the expansion of domestic supply chains.

Von Lukas Knigge