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Sarah Schaefer Published: October 25th, 2021

Von der Leyen in favor of including nuclear power in taxonomy

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has spoken out in favor of including nuclear power in the taxonomy. In a press conference after the conclusion of the EU summit on Friday, von der Leyen reiterated her call for more renewables given the record energy prices. At the same time, she said we need “a stable […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: October 22nd, 2021

It was clear in advance that the meeting of the EU heads of state and government would not exactly be harmonious. And indeed there were heated arguments on the first day. The fronts have hardened in the dispute over the rule of law in Poland. And how the EU should react to record energy prices […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: October 22nd, 2021

Bruegel Director Wolff: economist with a focus on climate

Guntram Wolff joins the digital conversation from home. A large banner with the words “Bruegel” can be seen in the background. It gives the impression of a deep connection with the influential Brussels think tank, of which the 47-year-old Wolff has been director for eight years.The big topic for the economist these days is climate […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: October 21st, 2021

It all begins today at 3 p.m.: EU heads of state and government are meeting in Brussels, while negotiators from the SPD, Greens and FDP are meeting in Berlin to kick off coalition negotiations.Things are unlikely to be harmonious at the EU summit: The conflict with Poland has landed on the agenda at the last […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: October 14th, 2021

Electricity vouchers, tax breaks or state aid: The Commission is proposing these and other measures to EU states to protect consumers and industry from high energy costs. On Wednesday the authority presented its much-touted toolbox with possible emergency aid that complies with EU law. 20 countries had announced their intention to take action. Germany is […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: October 12th, 2021

Following the controversial ruling by the Polish Constitutional Court, the EU Commission is under pressure to act. It will have to react – but how? Eric Bonse analyzes the Commission’s options and describes which step is likely to have the greatest impact. After a shadowy existence that lasted many years, methane emissions have now made […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: October 8th, 2021

The ruling by the Polish Constitutional Court was “thoroughly prepared” by the Polish government, said European Parliament Vice-President Katarina Barley (SPD). With their decision, the judges are specifically attacking the ECJ. Falk Steiner summarizes the background to the ruling and initial reactions from the EU side.It is time for the financial sector to move on […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: October 7th, 2021

Energy prices are soaring – and the EU is asking what lessons to draw from this situation. Some member states are calling for joint action. EPP Group leader Weber sent out a tweet in which he supported the move – and spoke of “Russian blackmail.” The German chancellor has a completely different opinion. Lukas Scheid […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: October 1st, 2021

When the new government gets to work, the climate measures must be implemented quickly – the first 100 days are crucial. That’s according to Matthias Buck, Director of European Energy Policy at the think tank Agora Energiewende. In an interview with Timo Landenberger, Buck talks about how he sees Germany’s role in European climate protection […]

Sarah Schaefer Published: September 30th, 2021

The dispute over the submarine deal almost scuttled the Trade and Technology Council (TTC). But now, the forum between the EU and the US has started as planned. There is a lot to discuss. Jasmin Kohl and Till Hoppe provide an overview of the most important topics. They heard from experts about the differences Brussels […]