The new forest condition survey for 2023 reveals a poor state of the forest – only every fifth tree is healthy. Here's why climate change is to blame for this situation.
By Fabian Löhe
For Germany's transportation to roll climate-neutrally by 2045, swift investments are economically advantageous. Further delay risks the premature decommissioning of functional combustion engine vehicles.
By Alex Veit
If India and China were to pay compensation for a future coal phase-out similar to Western countries, the two largest coal consumers would face costs in the trillions.
By Nico Beckert
Rising temperatures apparently have greater impacts on the economy than previously believed. A new study has examined the effects of global temperature shocks – rather than local temperature changes – on economic development.
By Lukas Knigge
Major banks continue to invest billions in the fossil fuel industry. In some areas, investments have even increased. However, there are also pioneers for a climate-friendly financial industry.
By Nick Nuttall
At the end of April, the traffic light coalition government agreed on the Solar Package I. This paves the way for the accelerated expansion of wind and solar energy. However, there is also a need for support for large battery storage, according to Benedikt Deuchert from the company Kyon Energy.
By Experts Table.Briefings
The Australian Labor government presented a new strategy for extracting natural gas on Thursday, despite Australia's continued commitment to being climate-neutral by 2050.
By Fabian Löhe
Malaria could be transmitted in fewer African regions than previously assumed. At the same time, more people could contract the disease.
By Fabian Löhe
Few leading climate researchers still believe that the 1.5-degree target can be met. Almost 80 percent fear global warming of more than 2.5 degrees Celsius by the end of the century.
By Lukas Bayer
The solar industry can already produce enough modules to achieve the climate targets. However, the wind power and battery industries still lack the necessary number of plants. Heat pump manufacturers also need to invest heavily.
By Nico Beckert
