In Germany, major steelworks will have to cut production in early June 2026 because the unreliability of rail freight transport
Unreliability of the railways forces steelworks to cut back production Read More »
The EU Commission intends to allow higher levels of debt to fund the energy transition, as the conflict involving Iran
According to a new report, Germany could significantly bolster its natural gas supply using its own reserves. Hans-Joachim Kümpel, former
Natural gas supply: Domestic gas could last for 20 years through fracking Read More »
On June 3, 2026, the District Court in Amsterdam ruled that Greenpeace International may proceed with its lawsuit in the
European courts review US judgments: Greenpeace lawsuit becomes a precedent Read More »
Germany is sticking to its nuclear phase-out, even as many industrialized nations examine small modular reactors (SMRs) as a potential
Mini-nuclear reactors: Germany is losing access to a potential key technology Read More »
A calculation by the DIHK intensifies criticism of the Energy Efficiency Act introduced by the “traffic-light” coalition government in November
Last year, the emigration of German citizens reached a historic high. According to the Federal Statistical Office, a total of
Emigration at Record Levels: The Highly Skilled Flee Germany’s Burdens Read More »
The Quirnbach municipal council held a vote among residents regarding wind power planning on March 25, 2026, but on May
Municipal council lets citizens vote, then ignores their “no” to the wind farm Read More »
“Beautiful, clean coal”: Under this motto, US President Donald Trump has announced investments of 700 million dollars (around 603 million
“Beautiful, clean coal”: Trump announces $700 million for fossil energy Read More »
On June 11, the trial of Michael Roth—an entrepreneur from the Upper Palatinate region—begins at the Weiden Regional Court. His
From July 2026, new cars in the EU must be equipped with an interface for an alcohol interlock, as Brussels
Alcolock: EU mandates interface for alcohol interlocks in new cars starting in July Read More »
In Sweden, researchers analyzed measurement data from the Målarberget and Lervik wind farms and published their findings in 2026. The
Michelin plans to cut up to 1,500 jobs in France over the next three years. The tire manufacturer announced this
Michelin to cut up to 1,500 jobs: Tire giant intensifies cost-cutting measures Read More »
Berlin is debating the consequences of the energy transition, as the nuclear phase-out, high electricity prices, and lackluster CO2 reduction
Germany’s unique path drives up electricity prices and weakens industry Read More »
In Germany, the wind power sector between 2020 and 2025 highlights a central problem of the energy transition. The installed
