A representative study by the Friedrich Ebert Foundation concludes that a large majority of people support a socio-ecological transformation. Support is highest in countries that grant state subsidies.
By Fabian Löhe
Climate change has already made heavy rainfall in the UK 20 percent wetter and ten times more likely. However, stormy periods like last fall and winter could become rarer, according to a new study by World Weather Attribution.
By Lukas Bayer
Developed countries often charge interest at market rates or attach conditions when lending climate finance to poor countries. However, the idea is to provide low-interest loans or subsidies to compensate for past emissions. As an analysis by Reuters and Big Local News shows, some of the money instead flows back to rich countries.
By Lukas Bayer
In a report adopted on Tuesday, the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea writes that the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea obligates climate action. This is a victory for small island nations. The Tribunal's arguments will impact future climate conferences and lawsuits.
By Alexandra Endres
After the Bundesrat also approved the Climate Change Act (KSG), climate activists have appealed to the federal president not to sign the law due to constitutional concerns and a formal error.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
According to a recent study, the deployment of hydrogen could make the global energy transition more cost-effective. This is particularly true for international shipping and aviation, where costs could be reduced. However, the overall role of hydrogen remains relatively small.
By Lisa Kuner
The social conditions for the necessary adaptation vary significantly in Germany. This is the conclusion drawn by the Climate Neutrality Foundation – and they explain what policies need to be implemented.
By Caspar Dohmen
Once again, a court has judged the federal government's climate policy as inadequate. Experts believe this will have consequences – despite the recently passed weakening of the Climate Change Act.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
US President Joe Biden is increasing tariffs on Chinese battery imports. This comes at an unfavorable time for Europe, as the tariffs could lead to even more imports from China, making the ramp-up of European battery factories even more difficult.
By Nico Beckert
The rapid construction of a core network is a prerequisite for ramping up Germany's hydrogen market. However, the Federal Network Agency's application deadline is likely to be postponed, and investors are still deciding whether to get on board.
By Lukas Bayer
