That’s why there is great concern

The traffic light government wants to reform the climate protection law. Today it is in the Bundestag for the first time. But even within the coalition there is growing concern about an escape from responsibility. Klaus Mindrup almost talks himself into a rage. “It’s as if I no longer feel like following traffic rules – […]
Heat, fires, floods: the federal government must act!

The climate crisis is escalating. The summer of 2023 will thus become a historic political opportunity. The federal government must use them. Things are getting hot on earth right now: heat waves are causing temperatures in a number of countries to reach the limits of what is humanly tolerable. Fires set forests ablaze. Elsewhere, heavy […]
Federal cabinet passes climate protection law: criticism from environmental groups

The federal government wants to completely renew its climate protection rules. Within the traffic light coalition, one party in particular is satisfied with the plans. The most important things at a glance The reform of the climate protection law, which has been heavily criticized by environmentalists, has passed the federal cabinet. The ministers accepted the […]
Majority votes in referendum for climate neutrality

More climate protection, more tax revenue: Two legislative proposals found a majority in Switzerland on Sunday. In a referendum, the Swiss set the course for a climate-neutral country. According to the final result, 59.1 percent said yes to the climate protection law in the vote on Sunday. The goal of net zero greenhouse gas emissions […]
Meat, flights, long-distance travel – can we still afford it?

Can we still afford our lifestyle in view of the climate crisis? We provide answers in the discussion material podcast. The climate crisis is getting worse rapidly, in new studies scientists warn of devastating damage. All previous efforts to curb global warming fall short, in just a few years the first tipping points could occur, […]
What does the renunciation of meat, travel and shopping really bring?

Good morning, dear reader, Finally early summer, you can put a nice steak on the grill this afternoon. Or rather not? Can, may, should we still eat meat when it is bad for the climate? And driving, flying, shopping – is all of this still acceptable in view of the rapid global warming that is […]
What does the renunciation of meat, travel and shopping bring?

Good morning, dear reader, Finally early summer, you can put a nice steak on the grill this afternoon. Or rather not? Can, may, should we still eat meat when it is bad for the climate? And driving, flying, shopping – is all of this still acceptable in view of the rapid global warming that is […]
That’s why every German will soon need a heat pump

Good morning, dear reader, The traffic light people seem to be slowly coming to their senses, and there are signs of a compromise on the heating law. So what’s next for the citizens? How exactly does a heat pump work, and why shouldn’t you buy oil or gas heating anymore? What regulations are really explosive, […]