Behind the scenes at the UN and ahead of the Bonn mid-year conference in June, the debate over the host of the 2026 climate conference has begun. There are many compelling arguments for Australia.
By Bernhard Pötter
The European Commission is investigating 20 airlines on suspicion of greenwashing. In addition to questionable compensation for their greenhouse gas emissions, other green promises are also under scrutiny.
By Lukas Bayer
The progress monitor by BDEW and EY certifies that the German government has managed to accelerate the energy transition. However, the report also warns that investment must continue to increase in order to achieve the country's climate targets.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
From an economic perspective, Commerzbank is back on track. But when it comes to socio-ecological transformation, the situation looks different. Here, the bank failed to meet its own targets.
By Redaktion Table
A recent survey shows: Concern about the climate is dwindling in Germany, albeit at a high level. Many people consider other problems to be more pressing. Nevertheless, a slight majority would like the EU to take a leading climate policy role.
By Alexandra Endres
Raising taxes on the rich would punish prosperity without saving the climate. On the other hand, emissions trading plus climate money is effective, efficient and social at the same time – and therefore ideal for the green transformation.
By Experts Table.Briefings
False information and delaying narratives play a growing role in the EU election campaign. Compared to previous elections, climate disinformation is now much more subtle – making it even more dangerous.
By Lisa Kuner
38 countries are discussing which standards low-carbon industries need to meet, particularly in cement and steel production, and what fair competition could look like. Discussions on this have now begun in the Climate Club under German-Chilean leadership.
By Bernhard Pötter
Despite some harsh criticism from experts and environmental organizations, the Climate Protection Act was passed by the Bundestag. Now the associations are considering taking legal action against it. They could decide in May – the probability is high.
By Alexandra Endres
The German government wants to promote "climate-friendly new construction in the low-price segment" with a new funding program. However, the conditions are to be designed in such a way that they can already be easily met with current building practice, warns Deutsche Umwelthilfe on the basis of an expert report.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
