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Germany votes – and climate protection only a side issue this time: Germany has voted – During the election campaign, many voters would have liked to have heard more from the parties about climate protection. Despite the low priority given to global warming in the election campaign, Germany’s democratic parties still have climate protection plans, with only the Greens and the Left Party pursuing ambitious goals. Most parties are aiming for the legally prescribed climate neutrality by 2045, while the FDP is only setting this for 2050 and the AfD rejects the idea of Germany being completely climate neutral. There are significant differences of opinion between the parties in the area of transport and heating, with the SPD, the Greens and the Left Party advocating greater support for public transport and more environmentally friendly heating solutions, while the CDU/CSU, FDP and BSW prefer less restrictive measures and in some cases want to abolish existing laws. According to the election results, the CDU is the winner of the federal election, the AfD is the second strongest party, and the SPD has suffered a major defeat. According to the results of the elections, the CDU is the winner of the federal elections, the AfD is the second strongest party, and the SPD has suffered a major defeat. After counting all the votes, the CDU has clearly won the re-election, as expected. The AfD remains in second place. The FDP and BSW have missed out on entering the Bundestag. CDU/CSU 28.6. AfD 20.8, SPD 16.4. Greens 11.6 , Left Party 8.8, BSW 4.9, FDP 4.3. SSW (South Schleswig Voters‘ Association) 0.2. Others 9.4 taz.de ,zdf.de , mdr.de , tagesschau.de
Still some way to go – climate targets can only be partially achieved: According to a report by the EU Environment Agency (EEA), the European Union is making mixed progress in achieving its climate, environmental and sustainability targets for 2030. While there has been progress in reducing air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and in promoting green financing, overall progress has been limited and further decisive action is needed. The EU must step up its efforts in areas such as the circular economy, the extinction of species and the reduction of the ecological footprint, and implement existing legislation more consistently. rnd.de, swissinfo.ch
A total of €5.1 billion
was donated in Germany in 2024, an increase of two per cent over the previous year, but still short of the record donation of €5.8 billion in 2021. Despite inflation and the economic recession, donors showed commitment, although the number of donors fell by 300,000 to 16.7 million. The average donation per person increased from 40 euros in 2023 to 43 euros in 2024. The German Charities Council expects the total volume of donations to remain stable in the coming years, driven by targeted campaigns and the impact of visible results. tagesschau.de
Germany meets all European air quality limits: Germany has met all European air quality limits for the first time in 2024, according to an evaluation by the German Environment Agency (UBA) based on data from about 600 measuring stations. Compliance with the limits for nitrogen dioxide (NO2) at all measuring stations is a first since the limit was introduced in 2010, while particulate matter levels have remained within the permissible limits for the seventh year in a row. UBA President Dirk Messner emphasises that these improvements are the result of targeted air pollution control measures, including the post-treatment of exhaust gases and the electrification of public transport. New stricter EU air quality directives will come into force from 2030, which means that the limit values for NO2 and particulate matter will continue to fall, making it more challenging to comply with these limits. aerzteblatt.de
Is the 1.5 degree target permanently exceeded? 2024 was recorded as the first year in which the global average temperature was permanently 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. This raises questions about long-term compliance with the Paris Agreement. Now, a new study by the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research analyses this exceedance and emphasises that a single warm year does not mean the failure of the agreement, but that a trend towards a permanent exceedance of the 1.5-degree target is recognisable. Despite the gloomy forecasts, the researchers point out that rapid and decisive action could still stabilise global temperatures, although Germany is already around 1.7 degrees warmer than the global average. br.de, nature.com
New rules for less textile waste: New EU rules require fashion chains and textile manufacturers to bear the costs of collecting, sorting and recycling old textiles in order to improve recycling and reduce environmental pollution. These regulations, which also apply to online sales platforms such as Shein and Temu, aim to increase sustainability in the fashion industry and curb the production of fast fashion by linking fees to the useful life and quality of the textiles. The textile industry, one of the main sources of pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in the EU, is facing significant changes as member states have 30 months to implement this extended producer responsibility. faz.net
Further restrictions on US climate policy: The Trump administration continues to take a hard line against climate protection and sustainable finance. The latest setback: The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced that it will suspend its rule requiring companies to disclose climate-related risks. This regulation was intended to oblige listed companies to make potential climate risks for their business models transparent. Critics see this as a significant step backwards that could endanger not only investors but also the stability of the financial sector. fair-economics.de
BOOK TIP OF THE WEEK:
Moralische Ambition
How to stop wasting your talent and create something that really matters
Rutger Bregman’s book ‘Who Do You Want to Have Been?’ takes an ambitious approach by addressing the reader directly and inviting them to reflect on their own influence and legacy. It portrays a range of historical figures – from abolitionists to civil rights activists – who changed the world through their extraordinary moral ambition and deeds. These life stories are intended as a source of inspiration and guidance on how to face and actively tackle the greatest challenges of our time.
The book presents a positive view of the potential of individuals to bring about serious change and presents these heroes as role models who led the way with their courage and conviction. It takes a stand against pessimism and cynicism and emphasises that everyone is capable of making a meaningful difference. However, this inspirational tone can also be criticised as naive, as the book only marginally addresses the structural barriers and often discouraging political realities that stand in the way of such changes. It could give the impression that will alone is enough to achieve profound social and political change, without sufficiently taking into account the necessary complex strategic and systemic considerations.
Furthermore, Bregman claims that the book will not make the lives of readers easier, but more challenging, which some readers may find overwhelming. While this presentation may be meant to be motivational, it could create unrealistic expectations and ultimately frustrate readers when they realise that the proposed paths are not as direct or easy to implement as the book suggests.
Overall, Bregman’s work is a passionate appeal to the idealism and agency of each individual. It encourages reflection on personal values and individual contribution to society. However, despite its inspiring message and compelling stories, the book could benefit from a more balanced consideration of the challenges and a more realistic presentation of the mechanisms of social change. rowohlt.de
In a nutshell:
Energy transition: Sales of heat pumps in Europe fell sharply in 2024. spiegel.de
Future German government: Merz would separate economy and climate in new cabinet. deutschlandfunk.de
CDU aims for climate neutrality by 2045: Opposition warns of ‘immense costs’ for consumers. fr.de
EU: First-time agreement on binding targets for food waste. euractiv.de
Nuclear power plants: Since Fukushima, 37 nuclear power plants have already been permanently shut down in Europe. fair-economics.de
Climate change: leads to higher waves – this has positive and negative sides. watson.de
Exit: Bavaria’s last coal-fired power plant goes offline. merkur.de
AI and the climate crisis: Bill Gates warns young people. golem.de
Jordan: Climate-stressed agriculture endangers farmers. fair-economics.de
VDA president warns: Better framework and infrastructure needed for climate targets. logistra.de
Traffic: Abrasion of brake linings could be more harmful to health than diesel particulate matter. geo.de
‘Fossil vehicles must be taken off the road’: Habeck calls for phasing out of combustion engines as a condition for government participation. tagesspiegel.de
Traffic turnaround: US Department of Transportation accepts New York’s new city toll. heise.de
Sustainable aviation fuel: 75 leading companies are working together to accelerate the development of sustainable electric aviation fuel. Among them are Airbus, Air France-KLM, Easyjet, SAS. aerotelegraph.com
Cheaper than electrolysis: companies produce hydrogen from waste. zfk.de
Natural hydrogen: a sustainable energy source in mountainous regions. gfz.de
Study: Hydrogen in local public transport shows progress despite hurdles. erneuerbareenergien.de
Green steel: groundbreaking for one of the largest green hydrogen production plants. marketsteel.de
Hydrogen affair: Ministry of Transport drops proceedings against Bonhoff. energate-messenger.de
PODCAST OF THE WEEK:
The future of air conditioning technology
Germany has great potential in green technology, says Tobias Lechtenfeld of Tech for Net Zero. He emphasises that Germany, a country characterised by medium-sized industry, is a leader in decarbonisation technologies, with over 40 percent of these coming from Germany. However, start-ups working in this field face financial challenges because start-up financing is difficult to obtain in Germany. Lechtenfeld is committed to modern financing solutions and sees the transformation to a climate-neutral economy not only as a necessity, but also as an opportunity for growth and development. detektor.fm
COMMENTARY OF THE WEEK:
Climate policy must become more resilient
by Rubrecht Brandis
Climate policy faces the challenge of having to survive global power struggles and populism as well as excessive bureaucratisation, which could jeopardise its effectiveness. Ruprecht Brandis, executive director of the think tank Clean Energy Forum, warns that without a massive expansion of renewable energies, climate policy could lose importance in the political agenda, similar to the situation during the financial crisis of 2008/2009. The climate crisis does not stop at political and bureaucratic barriers, and the effects, such as extreme heat, melting glaciers and increasing droughts demand urgent action. It is essential that climate policy overcomes its weaknesses and proves more adaptable to political and economic realities in order to promote long-term solutions for climate protection. The full text is available at tagesspiegel.de
LAST WEEK IN THE BUNDESTAG:
German Sustainability Strategy – Further Development 2025: The German Sustainability Strategy (DNS) of the Federal Government (20/14980) aims to achieve the goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and emphasises the need to improve climate protection, the circular economy and social justice. The strategy describes various transformation areas, such as human well-being, energy system transformation, circular economy, sustainable construction and mobility, as well as agriculture, food and forestry, with the aim of ensuring a sustainable, healthy and just future. To achieve these goals, the DNS calls for an increased effort in financial policy, research, innovation and sustainability governance in order to effectively manage the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the sustainability goals and to ensure the participation of various stakeholders. more at Bundestag.de
Rail infrastructure ‘overburdened and prone to disruption’: According to Deutsche Bahn AG (DB AG), the main reason for delays in rail traffic is the rail infrastructure in Germany, which is ‘overburdened and prone to disruption’, writes the German government in its answer (20/14936) to a minor question from the CDU/CSU faction (20/14651). A comprehensive modernisation programme is currently being implemented in close cooperation with the federal government and the industry to modernise and renew the network. ‘In the medium and long term, the modernisation and expansion of the rail network will lead to an increase in operational quality and higher punctuality,’ the answer states. In it, the federal government also comments on a reform of the track access charge system. The Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport (BMDV) had set up a process in autumn 2024 to prepare for a possible reform in the next legislative period. Various options for amending the statutory track access price regulations were currently being developed and evaluated. ‘In the government draft for the 2025 budget, the federal government has earmarked funds for track access price subsidies for long-distance rail passenger transport and rail freight transport,’ the submission states. The final decision on track access charge subsidies and their amount is to be made in the next legislative period. With regard to the electrification of the rail network, it is reported that the electrified rail network has grown by 340 kilometres since 2021. By the end of 2025, a further 70 kilometres will be electrified.
Expert Council calls for faster CO2 emission reduction: Cross-sectoral greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions have fallen significantly since 2021, with all sectors except transport recording declines. The speed of the GHG emission reduction varies considerably between the sectors. This is stated in a briefing by the Federal Government on the report by the Expert Council for Climate Issues on the development of greenhouse gas emissions, trends in annual emission volumes and the effectiveness of measures (20/14900). In it, the Council comes to the conclusion, among other things, that the GHG emission reductions were sufficient to comply with the total annual emission levels set out in the Federal Climate Change Act (KSG) in the years 2021 to 2023 – but that the rate of GHG emission reduction observed in recent years would not be sufficient to achieve the legally established climate target for 2030. It is true that the trend of declining emissions accelerated from 2014 to 2023 compared to the decade from 2010 to 2019. However, if the target set out in the Federal Climate Change Act is to be achieved, namely to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in 2030 by 65 per cent compared to the reference value of 1990, the average annual reduction rate from 2024 onwards would have to increase by more than half.
TAKEN LITERALLY:
‘The US withdrawal from the Paris Agreement is a statement. It says, “we don’t care about the effects of our industrialisation, we don’t care what climate change means for Africa’s food supply – we don’t believe in it, we’re out of here”. That’s where I see a lack of partnership, or “fairness” in dealing with the Global South.’
Emmanuel Marfo Ghanaian climate politician: In Ghana, European firms tend to be preferred over Chinese ones when it comes to investment, as European companies are seen as less likely to encourage corruption and are valued for their strict accounting and procurement rules. Regarding climate change, there is a different focus between Africa and Europe: while Europe is primarily focused on preventing warming, Africa is focusing on adapting to the consequences of climate change that are already being felt. It was also suggested that stronger parliamentary diplomacy was needed to improve the global dialogue on climate change, as current international climate conferences often take place without the direct involvement of elected representatives, who could, however, voice the concerns of their constituents. fr.de
AFRICA:
Kenya: Opposition MPs threaten to impeach Speaker Wetang’ula for being biased against Kenya Kwanza. theafricareport.com
Endangered World Heritage Site: Mauritanian city sinking into the sand. weather.com
Violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo: UN warns of wildfire after M23 advance. spiegel.de
War in the shadows: Rwanda is expanding in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo – with troops and strategic calculation: a conflict over power and mineral resources.ipg-journal.de
Mauritius: Former Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth has been arrested on money laundering charges. msn.com
Digital Africa: How disinformation is becoming a threat with AI in Africa. dw.com
Withdrawal from Africa: French troops leave Ivory Coast. stern.de
KNOW MORE:
What international climate and energy policy should the new German government pursue? A proposal: The new German government is facing important decisions in energy and climate policy, maintaining the goal of climate neutrality by mid-century to combat ongoing climate change and its dramatic effects. A comprehensive revision of energy policy is necessary to strengthen energy sovereignty, promote strategic partnerships and avoid dependence on insecure energy sources such as Russian gas. In addition, the aim is to achieve an economic transformation that combines ecological sustainability with economic sense by increasing the demand for climate-friendly technologies and products and promoting competitiveness through innovation and less bureaucracy. internationalepolitik.de
New life cycle: transforming biological waste into a valuable resource: Researchers are working to improve the traceability and certification of biological waste in order to transform it into valuable bio-based products such as fertilisers and food supplements, particularly in the agriculturally productive region of Central Macedonia in Greece. Spanish environmental engineer Pedro Villanueva Rey is leading an international team that aims to transform biological waste streams in Europe into sought-after secondary raw materials, thus accelerating the transition to a biobased economy. This research initiative is looking for ways to make the reuse of these recycled materials more economically attractive, which will not only reduce waste but also decrease dependence on non-renewable resources. fair-economics.de
Financing climate action – new study: A study shows that a one-time wealth levy on the super-rich in Germany could raise €366 billion, which would be enough to close the climate finance gap by the end of the decade. This levy, which would progressively increase from €2 million in wealth and reach 30 per cent from €30 million, would mainly affect the wealthiest one per cent of the population. The levy would not only support climate protection investments, but also address the unequal distribution of wealth and could even promote private investment by making it more expensive to hold money. In addition, a capital flight tax could prevent capital flight by taxing a notional sale of shares when moving abroad. klimareporter.de
CALENDAR:
25–26 February: E-World in Essen
The E-World Energy & Water trade fair in Essen describes itself as the leading European trade fair for the energy industry. Among other things, companies show solutions for energy generation, energy efficiency and energy storage.
25–26 February: DGNB Annual Congress (digital)
The German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) is the leading institution when it comes to making existing buildings more sustainable and climate-friendly. Ideas, approaches and current developments will be discussed at its digital annual congress.
12 – 13 March: Circular Valley Convention in Düsseldorf
The Circular Valley Convention is taking place in Düsseldorf for the first time. The trade fair format aims to provide a large stage for the circular economy. All players are to be networked in one place. The event is organised by Messe Düsseldorf in cooperation with the Circular Valley Foundation. GREEN.WORKS is a media partner.
13 and 14 March: Cardle to Cradle Congress in Berlin
In March, the 9th edition of the Cradle to Cradle Congress will take place at the Technical University of Berlin. The internationally oriented event is aimed at all players in the Crade-to-Cradle ecosystem and the circular economy.
26-27 March: SZ Sustainability Forum Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing 2025 in Munich
The event, hosted by the Süddeutsche Zeitung, is all about sustainable finance. On 26 March, the conference will revolve around the topic of ‘Impact Investing in Real Estate’; on 27 March, the focus will be on German and European sustainability policy.
31 March – 1 April: Green Business Disruption Summit in Vienna
The Green Business Disruption Summit in Vienna is all about sustainable digitalisation. The conference will cover topics such as sustainable digital business models, data and AI for sustainability, and risk management and regulation.
19–20 March: The 3rd European Automotive Decarbonization and Sustainability Summit 2025 in Düsseldorf
The Automotive Decarbonization and Sustainability Summit will take place as part of the European Green Vehicle Congress and will focus on decarbonisation in the automotive sector. The event, which is aimed at executives from the automotive industry, will be held both in person and online.
20 March: German Packaging Congress 2025 in Berlin
On 20 March, the German Packaging Congress celebrates its 20th anniversary. Under the motto ‘Challenge accepted! Mastering crises and seizing opportunities’, the conference will address topics along the packaging value chain.
20 March: Urban Innovation Forum 2025 in Berlin
This year’s Urban Innovation Forum is aimed at representatives from the climate tech sector. The event aims to bring together start-ups, investors, politicians and decision-makers from the business world. To the website
5–7 May (digital) and 26–28 May: Berliner Energietage in Berlin
The Berliner Energietage will take place in 2025 as a digital event and then in person in Berlin. The conference describes itself as ‘the leading event for the energy transition in Germany’ and, according to its own statement, is the largest congress in the energy and climate protection sector in the German-speaking world.
22 – 26 April: Hannover Messe in Hannover
The motto of this year’s world’s most important industrial fair is ‘Shaping the Future with Technology’. Companies from the mechanical engineering, electrical and digital industries, as well as the energy industry, will be showing how climate neutrality can be achieved through electrification, digitalisation and automation.
24–26 April: ChangeNow! in Paris
ChangeNow! in Paris describes itself as an event with the greatest impact on the planet. Over three days, it offers a mix of exhibition, conference and meetings. The aim is to bring together more than 35,000 people in total. The list of speakers includes well-known representatives from politics, business and NGOs.
29 April: Sustainable Investment Forum Europe 2024 in Paris
The congress is aimed primarily at investors and asset managers. The fair is organised by the Climate Action organisation in cooperation with the UN Environment Programme.
29 April: Digisustain in Frankfurt
The name, a portmanteau of ‘digitalisation’ and ‘sustainability’, is intended to be the programme at Digisustain. The trade fair is designed as a B2B conference and revolves around digitalisation and future technologies in connection with sustainability.
11 March: Circular Design Summit 2025 in Stuttgart
The Circular Design Summit brings together leading minds from business, industry and design who are pursuing a common vision: economic success in harmony with ecological sustainability. Find out how circular design – design for the circular economy – is driving the transformation of the economy and how you can become part of this development. to the website
5 – 6 May: Global Solutions Summit in Berlin
The Global Solutions Summit is an international conference that addresses the most important political challenges for the G20, the G7 and other global governance bodies. The event brings together high-level representatives from politics, science, think tanks, international organisations and companies. It is also possible to participate online. to the website
6–7 May: OMR Festival 2024 in Hamburg
The OMR Festival at the Hamburg Messe is considered a mecca of the German marketing scene and describes itself as ‘The Festival for the Digital Universe’. But the event is also relevant to the topic of sustainability and climate protection, and part of the programme is expected to revolve around sustainability issues, as it did last year.
21 May: Fashion Law – 2nd German Fashion Law Day in Berlin
For the textile industry, legal issues of the sustainability transformation play an important role. The detailed programme for the event is yet to be announced.
12–14 May: Global Water Summit in Paris
Water is becoming an increasingly important issue in the face of climate change. Germany is also affected by water stress. The Global Water Summit in Paris brings together decision-makers from the water industry; this year’s event is themed ‘Accelerating Investment’.
20 – 22 May: Greentech Festival and Greentech Conference in Berlin
The Greentech Festival is one of the largest sustainability conferences in Germany. The Greentech Conference, at which stakeholders from the fields of politics and business discuss sustainable business solutions, is held as part of the trade fair. In 2025, the conference will be divided into the areas of mobility & transport, energy & infrastructure, and industry & materials.
22–23 May: Circular Republic Festival in Munich
Several thousand people attended the first Circular Republic Festival in Munich. The circular economy event is inviting people to the second edition on 22 and 23 May 2025. It describes itself as ‘Europe’s leading event for innovations in the circular economy’. Companies, start-ups and visionaries are invited to discuss topics such as scarcity of resources, climate change and supply chain resilience. GREEN.WORKS is a media partner.
26–28 May: Re:publica in Berlin
The Re:publica digital conference discusses the influence of digitalisation on the economy and society. In 2025, the festival will be held under the motto ‘Generation XYZ’. The aim is also to find sustainable solutions for tomorrow’s economy.
2–3 June: Hamburg Sustainability Conference
The motto of the Hamburg Sustainability Conference is ‘Together We Co-Create Sustainable Development’. The conference in Hamburg focuses on achieving the UN sustainability goals. The aim of the event is to bring together decision-makers from politics, business, science and civil society from around the world to explore opportunities and practical ways to achieve the 17 sustainability goals.
2–3 June: ZNU Future Conference in Ludwigsburg
The event discusses solutions and ways to achieve greater climate protection and sustainability in companies. It is one of the established and renowned events on the sustainability scene and is organised by the Center for Sustainable Corporate Governance at the University of Witten/Herdecke.
3–4 June: Scope 3 Innovation Forum in Amsterdam
The Scope 3 Innovation Forum focuses on the challenge of Scope 3 emissions. At the conference in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, opportunities and innovations that can be used to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the value chain will be discussed.
10 – 12 June: European Sustainable Energy Week 2025 in Brussels and online
The European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is, by its own account, the largest annual event in Europe dedicated to renewable energy and energy efficiency. It is organised by the European Commission and takes place in the Belgian capital.
16 – 18 June: European Climate Change Adaptation Conference 2025 in Rimini
The ECCAC revolves around the topic of climate adaptation. Experts will come together in the Italian city of Rimini to discuss smarter, faster and more systematic climate adaptation in Europe.
25–26 June: Sustainability Summit in Hamburg
The Sustainability Summit in Hamburg is a trade fair and conference for sustainability in business, taking place for the second time in 2025. The summit is aimed at companies and start-ups. In the exhibition area, participants present their IT solutions for sustainability and ESG.
1–2 July: LZ Summit Packaging & Sustainability in Frankfurt
The conference is aimed at executives and managers in the field of sustainability management and strategy and focuses on optimising sustainable corporate governance in the consumer goods industry.
21 – 22 July: Sustainability Standards Conference 2025 in Frankfurt
The German Accounting Standards Committee (GASC), the IFRS Foundation, the Goethe University Frankfurt am Main and the Leibniz Institute for Financial Research SAFE are jointly organising the Sustainability Standards Conference. The conference will focus on the implementation and further development of the IFRS sustainability standards.
2-3 September: Carbon Capture Global Summit in London
The Carbon Capture Global Summit 2025 aims to advance the capture and storage of CO2. The conference in London brings together industry representatives, policymakers, investors, financiers and buyers.
9–10 September: BME Sustainable Procurement Summit 2025 in Darmstadt
The BME Sustainability Summit is a conference hosted by the German Association for Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics, which focuses on sustainable procurement.
17–18 September: Impact Festival in Frankfurt
The Impact Festival is intended as a meeting place for greentech start-ups and SMEs, corporate sustainability managers and investors. In 2025, the conference will be held for the fifth time – and for the second time at the Messe Frankfurt exhibition centre.
21–28 September: Climate Week NYC in New York
Climate Week is an annual event held in New York that offers over 900 events and activities in the city. Every year, decision-makers from business, politics and civil society travel to the conference to debate transformation and climate change.
24 September: TW Sustainability Summit in Hamburg
The Sustainability Summit of the textile industry (TW) is a meeting place for everyone who has set out to achieve more sustainability in the fashion industry – from big players to first movers.
25 – 26 September: German Climate Management Conference in Hamburg
The conference focuses on the topic of climate stress, which is primarily considered from the perspective of communities and municipalities.
25–26 September: ESG Reporting and Management 2025 in Düsseldorf
The conference, organised by Handelsblatt, focuses on the topics of sustainability reporting and ESG management. In attendance and digitally.
3–4 November: Dena Energy Transition Congress in Berlin
At the energy transition congress of the German Energy Agency (dena), more than 1,200 high-level participants from business, politics and science will meet to discuss climate protection and the integrated energy transition. As part of the congress, the dena Energy Efficiency Award will also be presented to companies with innovative concepts.
10–21 November: UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém (Brazil)
In light of the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and natural disasters, the parties to the Paris Agreement will meet in the Brazilian city of Belém in 2025 to discuss the next steps in achieving global climate targets.
13–14 November: EcoCompute in Berlin
After taking place in Munich last year, the 2025 edition of EcoCompute will be held in Berlin. It is dedicated to digital sustainability in hardware and software and, according to the organisers, aims to provide a platform for experts to discuss current trends, research and practices in the field of green technology.
17–21 November: Euro Finance Week with Green Finance Forum in Frankfurt
The Green Finance Forum, which focuses on ESG and green investments, will once again be held in 2025 as part of the Euro Finance Week organised by the dfv media group. It will take place on the second day of the conference (18 November) and will bring together high-profile speakers.
02 – 05 December: Global Carbon Markets Conference in Barcelona
The Global Carbon Markets Conference 2024, hosted by financial specialist S&P, will focus on the development of global carbon markets. Market participants will gain insights and background information on what they need to prepare for in the future.
4–5 December: 18th German Sustainability Day and 18th German Sustainability Award in Düsseldorf
The German Sustainability Day is a fixed date in the annual events calendar. The German Sustainability Award is also presented during the conference. Every year, the most comprehensive national sustainability competition honours companies in various categories. In addition, the ‘Next Economy Award’ is presented to particularly innovative start-ups.
Probably in September: Blue Compass Award ceremony of the UBA and BMUV in Berlin
Every year, the German Environment Agency and the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety present the Blue Compass Award to five companies, municipalities, research and educational institutions, and associations that can present innovative, effective and sustainable solutions for dealing with the effects of climate change.
Probably November: Circulaze Summit 2025 in Munich
The Circulaze Summit is expected to take place again in Munich in late autumn in 2025. The conference, which is aimed at circular economy start-ups as well as companies and their managers working in the field, will focus on the circular economy.
Probably November: 10th Annual Conference of the Climate Industry Foundation in Berlin
The annual conference of the Climate Change Foundation is expected to take place again in November. The event, which will probably be held for the tenth time in 2025, is aimed at experts from the fields of politics, business and science.
LAST BUT NOT LEAST:
Tesla drivers are the worst drivers
Insurance data reveals that Tesla drivers in the US cause the most traffic incidents, putting them at the top of the list of worst road users, according to a study by Lending Tree. The analysis, which is based on real insurance data, shows that Tesla leads the way with 36.94 incidents per 1,000 drivers, followed by the Ram and Subaru brands. In contrast, Mercury, Pontiac and Cadillac are listed as the brands with the safest drivers, with these mainly coming from the US and having significantly lower incident rates.
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