Economy and Environment are two sides of the same coin. Economy and ecology have been unjustly conceived as opposing elements for too long. On the contrary, ecology and economy belong together. A healthy environment and a sparing and careful use of natural resources are prerequisites for a stable economic and social development in the long term.
The German government is notifying the European Commission of its intent to close further power plants with a view to cancelling emission allowances in future. This was decided by the Federal Cabinet on 19 November 2025.
Germany is working with partners from Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia to drive forward the global expansion of power grids and storage facilities. The goal of the global partners is to implement Global Energy Storage.
This week, New York Climate Week, one of the key events in international climate policy, is taking place in New York. State Secretary Jochen Flasbarth is representing the German government.
The meeting will focus on the overall conditions for the global decarbonisation of the industrial sector as well as measures that can contribute to the development of strong lead markets for climate-friendly basic materials.
Germany is, for the first time, cancelling emission allowances from the European emissions trading system in order to secure the positive climate impact of the regulated phase-out of coal power.
Federal Cabinet adopted the National Circular Economy Strategy (NCES). With it, the German government has created a long-term framework – for the environment, society and industry – for the transition to a circular economy.
