Faeser presents a picture of the situation BKA assigns almost 600 criminal offenses to the last generation 6/11/2023 4:21 am The last generation makes the headlines with their protests against climate change. They commit crimes – in hundreds, as a new situation report by the BKA shows. The activists of the climate protection group “Last…
Heat record and polarization Spain has never experienced a spring like this 06/07/2023, 3:15 p.m In the spring, Spain is hit by a heatwave unprecedented since records began. The temperatures are sometimes 20 degrees above the usual values. Meanwhile, meteorologists are being threatened by climate change deniers and conspiracy theorists. Spain has experienced the hottest…
Up to 20 million connections? Association considers significantly more district heating possible 6/5/2023 7:13 am So far, only a few million homes have been heated with district heating. A trade association believes that this can be significantly improved. Perspectively, one wants to come to 18 to 20 million apartments. District heating is the key for…
Before a summer break of several weeks Last generation plans action against rich 06/03/2023, 08:05 am The sticking actions of the last generations stir up resentment in parts of the population. Thousands of ads are placed, followed by a raid. The climate protectors now want to change their actions and are aiming for a new…
“Impossible” FDP does not agree with the content of the Heat Planning Act 05/31/2023, 1:01 p.m A law initiated by Federal Building Minister Geywitz obliges states and municipalities to submit plans for a climate-neutral heating infrastructure. At first it seemed as if the FDP was on board with the project, but now the Ministry of…
Heating concepts until the end of 2026 Traffic lights agree on heat planning law for the time being 5/30/2023 9:57 p.m The heat transition is one of the most important projects to achieve climate neutrality in Germany by 2045. The SPD politician Klara Geywitz now wants to initiate a heat planning law. After resistance from…
The storm in Emilia-Romagna is a devastating blow to Italy’s fruit growers and will also have consequences for German consumers. In southern Italy, farmers are trying to arm themselves against the increasing consequences of climate change with other types of fruit. The Milan weekly market on Piazza Lagosta is one of the most popular in…
“Angry at Governments” Schwarzenegger can understand radical climate activists May 21, 2023, 6:19 p.m Chaining, gluing, painting – with various forms of protest, activists around the world are trying to draw attention to climate catastrophes. For many citizens, these actions are too radical. Not so for Arnold Schwarzenegger. The action star blames governments. Hollywood star…
The sale of the heat pump manufacturer Viessmann raises concerns about the state of the industry in Germany: competition from the USA is fierce, while cheaper and more efficient products from Asia are conquering the market. But some in the industry have not yet given up hope in Europe. The heat pump market is booming….
Anger at last generation Berlin drivers kick climate activists 05/19/2023 12:32 p.m Once again, last-generation activists are blocking traffic in the capital. Some motorists can’t control their anger and become violent towards the group. Meanwhile, other members are protesting in steel chains in front of the Neuruppin public prosecutor’s office. Motorists in Berlin have used…
Interview on Gropiusstadt In this way, financially weak municipalities can make energetic renovations 05/07/2023, 5:35 p.m Heating replacement, renovation, modernization – climate change adaptation will be difficult, especially for financially weak regions in Germany. But a housing estate in Berlin-Neukölln shows how low-income communities can also make their contribution. In an interview with ntv.de, district…
“Makes no sense” Wissing does not want to meet the last generation again May 3, 2023, 5:20 p.m After a conversation between the Minister of Transport and three climate activists, both sides praise each other for the good handling. The Last Generation also announces that further meetings will follow. But it doesn’t look like that…
