Climate change and global warming have steadily risen to the top of the world's agenda as reports and predictions have made it clear that time is running out.
DW-WORLD.DE presents the latest from the front line.
The financial costs of climate change could come to as much as 800 billion euros ($1.23 trillion) over the next half century, according to a study by the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW). (26.03.2008)
The world's first kite-powered cargo ship set sail on Tuesday, Jan. 22, from Germany to Venezuela. Its makers hope to prove that using earth-friendly energy can also mean saving a fortune. (27.01.2008)
After the European Commission laid out what it calls "historic" targets for EU member states to slash greenhouse gases, captains of industry warn that the new climate protection package will cost millions. (24.01.2008)
German Economics Minister Michael Glos is demanding allowances for higher CO2 emissions resulting from the phase-out of nuclear energy, a German newspaper reported. (02.04.2008)
The fair opened to the public on Wednesday, March 4, in the German city of Hanover, showcasing advances in computer technology. Computer giant Microsoft said computers could be activated to save electricity. (04.03.2008)
Europeans are struggling to find the best way to get high-pollutant cars off the streets. While some countries bank on cash incentives, some German car experts believe there are better ways to go. (11.12.2007)
German Environment Minister Gabriel said the country would be shelving plans to develop biofuels because they were not appropriate for millions of vehicles. Environmental protection groups supported the move. (04.04.2008)
European Union leaders continued talks on Friday, March 14, over how to prevent global warming. They were also due to discuss ways to revive their economies during a summit in Brussels. (14.03.2008)
Putting off tackling environmental problems will only cost the world more dearly later, according to a new study released by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development on Wednesday, March 5. (05.03.2008)
Fighting global warming can happen one city at a time. This is the belief of those who signed up to the EU's new climate package. Now, those cities who pledged to slash their CO2 are facing the reality of their promise. (11.02.2008)
Germany may have to figure out how to fulfill the EU's new plan to cut harmful greenhouse gas emissions. The environment minister said highway speed limits were back on the table but a return to nuclear power was not. (23.01.2008)
A referendum for Serbs living in northern Kosovo asks them if they recognize the government of Kosovo in Pristina. 'No' is the likely outcome, which could worsen strained ties between Serbia and Kosovo.
Credit rating agency Moody's has downgraded six eurozone countries, including Italy and Spain. It also voiced concern about the economic outlook for Austria, Britain and France.
A radical Muslim cleric once dubbed "Osama bin Laden’s right-hand man in Europe" was released from prison on Monday. The freeing of Abu Qatada has stirred controversy over the role of the European Court of Human Rights.
German chemical giant BASF has announced it has taken over US-based Ovonic Battery Company - the global leader in nickel-metal hydride battery technology. BASF hopes to boost its electric car development.
Boeing and Indonesian carrier Lion Air have signed a multi-billion dollar contract which is billed as the largest order in the history of commercial aviation. First deliveries will be made in 2017.
The OECD has warned Germany that its economy might fall back unless it speeds up reforms. A shortage of skilled labor, an ageing population and high social costs all need urgent fixes.
The German chancellor has pledged European Union sanctions against the Syrian regime. In a meeting with the head of the Arab League in Berlin, Angela Merkel praised the Arab group for its "firm stance" on Syria.
For years, neo-Nazis have marched on the anniversary of the 1945 Dresden air raid. In 2011, tension with counter-demonstrators escalated into clashes. But this year, the city seemed to have learned from past mistakes.
Thousands commemorated the bombing of Dresden and spoke against far-right extremism on Monday, the anniversary of the Allied air assault that devastated the eastern city. Police escorted a march of up to 1,600 neo-Nazis.