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Climate Change: The World's Greatest Challenge

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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.

BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

Expert: Climate Change to Cause Massive Costs in Germany

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) 

Kite-Pulled Ship Saves Big By Going Retro

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) 

German Industry Concerned by Cost of EU Climate Plan

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) 

Germany: Allowances for CO2 Emissions During Nuke Phase-Out

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) 

CeBIT Features Green Computing Possibilities

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) 

Experts Split on Best Way to Get Cleaner Cars on Europe's Roads

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) 

DIPLOMACY AND DEBATE

German Environment Minister Calls Off Biofuel Plans

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) 

EU Wants to Set Pace in Protecting Environment

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) 

Green Policies Better Sooner than Later, Group Says

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) 

EU Cities Commit to Climate Package, But Challenges Lay Ahead

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) 

EU Climate Plan Rekindles German Autobahn Speed Limit Debate

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) 

Audios and videos on the topic

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