Mr. Buck, the exploratory talks have been scheduled. The FDP and the Greens have already pulled an all-nighter, and they all insist that things should move quickly and that 2017 should not be repeated. Is that realistic?From everything I hear, I’m optimistic. When it comes to the approaches of the parties, especially regarding climate protection […]
In a meeting of the Competitiveness Council on Wednesday the focus was on the compatibility of EU climate protection measures with economic prosperity. The goal is to develop a “Clean Industry Framework,” said BMWi State Secretary Claudia Dörr-Voß. With the help of the roadmap, lead markets for green industrial goods and end products are to […]
Following the publication of the global “Roadmap to Net Zero” in May, the International Energy Agency (IEA) has now developed a country-specific roadmap for China. The horrendous increase in fossil fuels in recent decades must now be followed by an equal increase in renewable energies for growing power generation, IEA Director General Fatih Birol said […]
In 2020, global electricity generation from nuclear power declined more than ever before. This is according to the World Nuclear Industry Status Report (WNISR), published Tuesday. At the same time, nuclear power capacity reached a new high in mid-2021.As the annual report shows, the market share of nuclear power is steadily declining and currently stands […]
The European Parliament’s Industry and Energy Committee voted Tuesday to adjust the criteria for selecting eligible energy infrastructure projects. In doing so, MEPs also supported the gradual phase-out of fossil gases.The so-called projects of common interest (PCI) include, for example, high-voltage lines, pipelines, energy storage or smart grids, which, in addition to receiving EU funds, […]
On Tuesday, the European Parliament’s Environment Committee set its position on reducing methane emissions. In the report, MEPs call on the Commission to set binding measures and reduction targets in a new law.All methane-emitting sectors, from agriculture and waste management to industry and energy, are to be covered. The Commission had announced a corresponding legislative […]
During a debate in the European Parliament’s Transport Committee, Transport Commissioner Adina Vălean defended the Commission’s Fit for 55 plans, including proposals to expand charging infrastructure and promote alternative fuels. Vălean also made a clear case for extending EU emissions trading to maritime and road transport and for phasing out the internal combustion engine.Some of […]
Following a ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) on the independence of the Federal Network Agency, Germany must amend its energy law. However, FDP member of Parliament Gerald Ullrich criticizes that not much has happened yet. Upon request, the German government confirmed that “adjustments to the legal framework” were necessary. How these will […]
The European Commission will develop a package of measures to help member states respond to recent increases in gas and electricity prices. This was announced by Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson at a meeting of EU energy ministers on Wednesday.The question has arisen several times as to what possible steps could be taken in line with […]
German industry is investing more and more in climate protection. At the same time, uncertainty is increasing due to unclear framework conditions and concerns are also directed at Europe. This is the result of the DIHK’s energy revolution barometer, presented on Wednesday.According to the survey, the proportion of companies that introduced measures to improve energy […]