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CO<sub>2</sub> emissions: EWI analyzes ‘Sofortprogramm Gebäudesektor‘

CO2 emissions: EWI analyzes ‘Sofortprogramm Gebäudesektor‘

August 29, 2022 |

With the ,Sofortprogramm Gebäudesektor‘, the federal ministries strengthen the role of heat networks and heat pumps. The measures are intended to incentivize more investment in the replacement of heating systems and the renovation of buildings.

Expert Council on Climate Issues presents report on 2022 immediate action programs

August 26, 2022 |

The Expert Council on Climate Issues reports that the immediate action programs for buildings and transport cannot ensure compliance with climate targets. EWI Director Marc Oliver Bettzüge is part of the panel.

Fit for electromobility? Norway tops, Germany needs to catch up

Fit for electromobility? Norway tops, Germany needs to catch up

July 28, 2022 |

This is shown by a new EWI index. The energy system needs be well prepared for the ramp-up of electric vehicles (EVs). A new EWI index shows the most prepared European countries for the electrification of the transport sector.

Virtual Institute: Climate Neutral and Energy Self-Sufficient Europe

July 22, 2022 |

Options for flexibility and decarbonization in an integrated energy system are shown in the final report of the Virtual Institute “Electricity to Gas and Heat”, in which the EWI was involved.

CO2 infrastructures are important for a climate-neutral Germany

July 19, 2022 |

An infrastructure for transporting CO2 between sources and sinks is needed to achieve climate neutrality. It is now important to put the legal framework in place, recommends a new EWI policy brief.

Energy prices in Europe to remain at a high level in the medium term

Energy prices in Europe to remain at a high level in the medium term

July 14, 2022 |

Energy prices could remain significantly above historical price levels in the medium term. The possible price development for natural gas, hard coal, oil, and electricity up to 2030 is shown in a new EWI report.

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