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How can the global financial system be made climate-friendly? From Oct. 9–15, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund will also be discussing this question at their annual meeting in Marrakesh. The situation in Africa is particularly urgent. Four proposals to help the continent.
By Redaktion Table
Various infectious diseases are increasing in Europe due to climate change. These include, for example, tropical diseases transmitted by the Asian tiger mosquito. Experts are alarmed: Other infections could also increase and pose a threat in the future.
By Lisa Kuner
Nigeria faces a dilemma: The new "Ministry of Gas Resources" is supposed to promote the fossil resource as a bridge to the age of renewables and ensure state revenues. Critics fear that the promotion of fossil energies will be consolidated and renewables neglected.
By Viktor Funk
While a Republican fossil fuel campaign is underway in much of the United States, Democrat-ruled California has passed two major climate bills. Meanwhile, the US state is suing five energy companies for damages. The accusation: deliberate disinformation about the risks of climate change.
By Carsten Hübner
China is now the largest CO2 emitter and yet does not participate in UN funds to finance climate protection in developing countries. The People's Republic wants to allocate funds only through self-administered channels. China's climate financing is non-transparent and falls far short of its own commitments.
By Nico Beckert
