Tag: energy
The CO2 has to get out of the air – but how?
Forest in Bavaria Trees naturally absorb CO2 from the air. But afforestation also has its limits. (Photo: dpa) Berlin Even the most ambitious savings program for greenhouse gas emissions could…
Investors can make money from the energy transition with Eltif products
offshore wind farm Investors have the chance to earn money from the new energy world. (Photo: Bloomberg) Frankfurt The Ukraine war ensures that the western states push ahead with the…
Investors can make money from the energy transition with Eltif products
offshore wind farm Investors have the chance to earn money from the new energy world. (Photo: Bloomberg) Frankfurt The Ukraine war ensures that the western states push ahead with the…
The high price of diesel is threatening the livelihood of shrimp fishermen
Dusseldorf Ted Sönnichsen would normally not have time for an interview now. At the end of March he has always been on the high seas for a long time in…
Energy taxes up, not down
In a recent interview, Robert Habeck was asked whether the war in Ukraine wasn’t the perfect opportunity to advance the energy transition. He had replied that there was nothing positive…
Must “show Putin a clear edge”
Martina Merz The CEO wants to advance the development of climate-neutral production of hydrogen. (Photo: dpa) Dusseldorf The CEO of Thyssen-Krupp, Martina Merz, supports the German government’s line against Russia’s…
For whom a solar system is now worthwhile
Solar system on house roof Demand is increasing due to high electricity prices. But for whom is solar power worthwhile? (Photo: imago images/Rupert Oberhäuser) Frankfurt Anyone who is currently looking…
Inflation shock in Europe – Morning Briefing Plus
Hello dear readers, If you drive past petrol stations more often these days, or if you are renovating a house (like I am right now) or if you are responsible…
Energy crisis: many questions about the nine-euro ticket
Berlin It would be the so-called “shot in the knee”: Loyal local transport customers cancel their annual tickets in order to get the discount ticket for bus and train decided…
Gazprom continues to deliver gas – but the economy is still concerned
Berlin, Moscow According to its own statements, after Russia ordered the conversion of gas payments to rubles, Russia continues to deliver the raw material in large quantities for transit through…
Why the business model is dead
Successful salespeople get on well with as many potential customers as possible. All federal governments of the past decades followed this maxim – and so products “made in Germany” were…
“This is the last fossil fuel war”
Jeremy R. Rifkin “This will be the last fossil fuel war.” (Photo: C. LEBEDINSKY/Challenges-REA/laif) new York Jeremy Rifkin advises governments and politicians around the world. He has been campaigning for…
Energy group goes into liquid gas
EnBW EnBW wants to obtain the liquid gas via an LNG terminal in Stade. (Photo: dpa) Berlin The switch from Russian pipeline gas to liquid gas from other countries is…
Olaf Scholz’ silence does not do justice to the situation
Olaf Scholz The Chancellor is not known for big speeches. But right now, speeches like this are needed to keep society together. (Photo: dpa) Olaf Scholz spoke of a “turning…
Olaf Scholz’ silence does not do justice to the situation
Olaf Scholz The Chancellor is not known for big speeches. But right now, speeches like this are needed to keep society together. (Photo: dpa) Olaf Scholz spoke of a “turning…
That’s how annoyed other countries are about German energy policy
New York, Berlin, Paris Naive, negligent, hypocritical: Germany’s energy policy is becoming the focus of political debates around the world. Above all, it is America that has devastatingly described Berlin’s…
These industries would be affected by a gas supply stop
Glass production in Mitterteich Many plants that are required for the production of gas have to remain in operation at all times. A gas supply stop could lead to irreparable…
The Russian crisis saved Boris Johnson politically – for the time being
The fact that this bleak outlook has not challenged the notoriously optimistic Johnson is mainly because his personal prospects were even bleaker two months ago. After it was revealed that…
Mega solar farm in Australia to supply Singapore with electricity
Asia Technonomics In the weekly column we take turns writing about innovation and economic trends in Asia. (Photo: Klawe Rzeczy) Bangkok It’s an idea that’s been around for as long…
Energy supply: Gas embargo – The economy needs clear announcements
Aerial view of the Leuna Chemical Park The East German chemical site is supplied with Russian gas directly via a pipeline. (Photo: dpa) Save yourself if you can – this…