Methane accounts for only ten percent of all greenhouse gas emissions in Europe. However, in the short term, it is around 80 times more harmful to the climate than carbon. Experts say that emissions could be significantly reduced, especially in the energy sector. The EU is planning a law to this effect and also wants to bring third countries on board.
By Timo Landenberger
The climate crisis threatens financial and price stability and has called central banks into action. Banks are still investing billions in fossil fuel industries. Are the European and Chinese central banks doing enough to fight global warming?
By Nico Beckert
Escalation from the bench: the Polish Constitutional Court, whose composition is controversial, has denied the ECJ jurisdiction over relevant domestic Polish matters. The EU Commission and MEPs react with harsh words. The European Union and Poland are now facing difficult times.
By Falk Steiner