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Trump’s latest move deals a blow to solar and wind energy
A new directive from the Department of the Interior raises federal scrutiny for renewable energy projects, threatening solar and wind development nationwide.
Erminia Voccia•29 July 2025
Environmental policies
Tariffs: EU seeks deal with Trump…
The EU aims to avoid tariffs with a Trump deal, as tensions…
Editorial Team•9 July 2025
Environmental policies
U.S. tariffs, tense hours for Europe…
U.S. tariffs raise concern in Europe as the August 1 deadline nears,…
Editorial Team•8 July 2025
Environmental policies
What COP29 Decided on Climate Finance: Key Takeaways
At COP29, industrialized nations pledged $300 billion annually for climate aid by 2035, setting a $1.3…
Editorial Team•28 December 2024
Environmental policies
Fossil Fuel Subsidies Surpass $1.5 Trillion Worldwide
Global fossil fuel subsidies exceeded $1.5 trillion in 2023, as G7 nations fall behind on promises…
Editorial Team•28 December 2024
Environmental policies
Biden’s US Promises a 61-66% Emissions Cut by 2035—But What About Trump’s?
One Month Before Trump Takes Office, Outgoing President Biden Sets New U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction…
Editorial Team•23 December 2024
Environmental policies
Towards a European Climate Risk Insurance System: The BCE-EIOPA Proposal
Discover how the European Central Bank (ECB) and EIOPA are paving the way for a robust…
Editorial Team•19 December 2024
Policy and Affairs
The EU deforestation law has been postponed until the end of 2025,…
An informal political agreement has been reached between the EU Council and Parliament. For medium and…
Editorial Team•16 December 2024
Environmental policies
After 25 years, yes to the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement
The final text includes guarantees on sustainability, deforestation, and climate commitments. However, these are only in…
Editorial Team•10 December 2024
Environmental policies
The decarbonization of the mining industry must proceed twice as fast
Between 2018 and 2021, the mining industry reduced emissions by an average of 2% per year.…
Editorial Team•6 December 2024
Environmental policies
Trump appoints Lee Zeldin to head the EPA: What will happen to…
Lee Zeldin, known for his controversial climate positions, has been appointed EPA head by Trump. This…
Editorial Team•14 November 2024
Environmental policies
EU: A Greener and More Competitive Industry, the Priority of Designated Commissioner…
Hoekstra firmly rejects revisiting the 2035 ban on diesel and gasoline vehicles or reopening the door…
Editorial Team•8 November 2024
Environmental policies
Current National Climate Plans exhaust the carbon budget for 1.5°C by 2032
It slightly increases the level of ambition compared to a year ago, from -2% to -2.6%…
Editorial Team•6 November 2024
Environmental policies
U.S. Elections 2024: Trump and Harris’s Promises on Energy and Climate
What will be the United States' position on energy and climate in the next four years,…
Editorial Team•1 November 2024
Policy and Affairs
Germany presents a package of measures for the wind power industry
The Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck, in agreement with key representatives…
Editorial Team•23 October 2024
Environmental policies
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