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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. 
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Betonwerk mit Baumaschinen im Vordergrund
Press Economy | 25.06.25

Climate Club strengthens cooperation for climate-neutral industry

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.

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Press Climate | 25.06.25

Germany cancels over 500,000 emission allowances

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.

Press Circular Economy | 17.06.25

EU Member States vote for more vehicle recycling and easier repairs

Strengthening the European automotive industry sustainably with a circular economy: This is the aim of the new EU End-of-Life Vehicles Regulation.

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Press Circular Economy | 04.12.24

Federal Cabinet adopts National Circular Economy Strategy

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.

Elektroauto beim Auftanken an einer Ladestation, im Hintergrund eine Solaranlage und Windkraft-Anlagen
Press Mobility | 13.11.24

Federal Cabinet adopts revision of the 38. BImSchV

To meet the greenhouse gas reduction quota, the mineral oil industry may only use CO2 reductions from renewable fuels and electricity in the next two years that were also achieved in the same year.

Flagge mit COP28-Logo vor blauem Himmel
Press International | 13.12.23

COP28: Transition away from fossil fuels

At COP28 in Dubai, the global community agreed for the first time to move away from oil, gas and coal. Other goals agreed include tripling global renewable energy capacity and doubling the rate of energy efficiency by 2030.

Steffi Lemkes und Herr Huang RunQiu schütteln sich die Hand vor einer Fotowand
Press International | 01.11.23

Sino-German Environment Forum generates momentum

Federal Environment Minister Steffi Lemke praised the results of the 7th Sino-German Environment Forum held in Taicang, China.

Report Europe | 08.06.23

Advisory Board for Environment and Sport on CSDDD

The Advisory Board for Environment and Sport of the BMUV welcomes the planned reasonable duty of care for companies in the EU.

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