Windmills in Texas New wind and solar energy systems are constantly being built, especially in traditionally republican states. (Foto: Bloomberg/Getty Images) New York, Georgia, Denver “When people ask me what a wind turbine sounds like, I say it sounds like money,” says farmer Louis Brooks in his thick Texas accent. He owns a ranch larger than … Read more
New York At the weekend, Joe Biden had hinted at his plan in secrecy. He will use all “executive” options to prevent his climate policy from failing. Now it becomes clear what exactly he meant by that: Apparently the US President is about to declare a climate emergency. After China, the United States is the … Read more
The US government wants to prevent Russia from being imposed for its invasion of Ukraine Circumventing sanctions using cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin. A government member said that a strategy was being worked on that draws on experiences with Iran and Venezuela. There are also sanctions against these states, which they are trying to circumvent. The … Read more
The financial regulator Bafin has private investors in mind Risks of investing in crypto assets and investment tips on social media. Enthusiastic reports about Bitcoin, Ether and Co. were circulating there, but there were investments in crypto assets highly speculative and just as risky, the supervisor warned on Monday. There is a risk of total … Read more
A detached house near Berlin Poorly insulated buildings and apartments in the EU are threatened with renovation – with far-reaching consequences. (Photo: dpa) Frankfurt It is no secret in the real estate industry that people in Brussels and Berlin are paying more attention to climate protection. But many private property owners underestimate the issue, experts … Read more
New build apartments in Cologne These buildings were still funded under the KfW program for efficiency houses KfW-55. In the future, a resource passport is to become an important part of the funding for energy-efficient houses. (Photo: dpa) Frankfurt It’s a document that virtually every homeowner and renter is familiar with. Anyone who has bought … Read more
The financial regulator Bafin has private investors in mind Risks of investing in crypto assets and investment tips on social media. Enthusiastic reports about Bitcoin, Ether and Co. were circulating there, but there were investments in crypto assets highly speculative and just as risky, the supervisor warned on Monday. There is a risk of total … Read more
Annalena Baerbock The foreign minister has announced an office for “hydrogen diplomacy” in the Ukrainian capital. (Photo: Archyde.com) Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock tried last week to send German support to the beleaguered Ukraine. Germany will soon set up an office for “hydrogen diplomacy” in the Ukrainian capital. As irrelevant as this promise is in view … Read more