New York wants to ban the construction of skyscrapers with glass

science Initiative „Green New Deal“ New York wants to ban the construction of skyscrapers with glass – – Published on 04/25/2019 These skyscrapers will soon no longer be allowed to be built in New York – – The city of skyscrapers, of all places, wants to ban glass towers. Mayor Bill de Blasio wants to … Read more

Blockade at the Lippendorf power station near Leipzig ended

Around 40 environmentalists blocked access to the Lippendorf lignite-fired power plant near Leipzig for several hours on Sunday morning. The aim of the action is to protest against the planned coal law, which is to be passed by the Bundestag in the coming week, said Frieda Neumann, spokeswoman for the initiative “Ende Leipzig” MDR SACHSEN. … Read more

43 billion euros for energy transition: an economic stimulus with leverage

26.06.2020 Vienna (OTS) – The issues of climate protection and energy will continue to be among the core issues of the Federal Government in the coming months. State Secretary Magnus Brunner emphasized this during yesterday’s trend forum of Austria’s Energy. The event entitled “Corona – Climate – Business Cycle” took place for the first time … Read more

Cabinet decides higher motor vehicle tax for gas guzzlers

The federal cabinet has decided to adjust the vehicle tax. The bill is designed to ensure that consumers buy more climate-friendly cars. The project was controversial until the end. For newly registered cars with high fuel consumption, the should be from 2021 Motor vehicle tax increase. The Federal cabinet brought a law change for more … Read more

Does the minimum price for animal products make sense?

Yes, because dumping wages are anti-social in the meat industry The shock was great – at least everyone pretended when it was time for the public to see the conditions under which schnitzel and co. Are made in Germany. Of course, this was not new. And it won’t change as long as meat remains cheap. … Read more

CO2 price and EEG surcharge: Why climate protection now costs twice

AAs a result of the Corona crisis, the promotion of renewable energy threatens to get out of hand. The CEO of the energy group E.on, Johannes Teyssen, felt obliged to “speak out on behalf of our customers” when presenting the quarterly results. The EEG surcharge on the electricity price will “shoot through the roof next … Read more

Chancellor Angela Merkel officially inaugurates the “Klima-Arena” in Sinsheim | Mannheim

The new multimedia “Klima-Arena” in Sinsheim (Rhein-Neckar-Kreis) was inaugurated on Monday. Chancellor Angela Merkel (CDU) explained why Germany has a duty when it comes to climate. Duration 2:30 min Broadcast date Mon, 7/10/2019 Airtime 19:30 o’clock Channel SWR television BW – Learn to understand climate change in a playful and multimedia way In the new … Read more

“Search for the next Michael Schumacher”

The 2016 world champion believes that Germany will soon be able to produce great racing talent again – and criticizes the high costs for young drivers to get into the high-profile racing series. Nico Rosberg is one of the greatest drivers in German racing history. Born in Wiesbaden, started at a total of 206 Grand … Read more

“Climate Holocaust”: Tom Radtke (left) justifies his tweet

WORLD: In retrospect, do you see it as a mistake to use the word climate holocaust? Tom Radtke: It is not wrong to raise awareness of the climate crisis. Even with drastic terms and actions that shake people awake. I was put in the right corner because of that. I am absolutely not. I’ve always … Read more

Climate protection: what can be learned from Italy – economy

Europe’s crisis country could become the winner of a climate-friendly economic change. Nowhere is garbage recycled so efficiently – but it is also exemplary in other areas. – Greta, says Francesco Starace, head of the Italian electricity company Enel, is a symbol. Nobody knows them, but everyone uses them. Starace has no doubt what the … Read more