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German climate goals in danger: study calls for immediate action!
A study by the University of Hamburg shows that Germany is endangering its climate goals. Urgent measures are necessary.
German climate goals in danger: study calls for immediate action!
In Germany, compliance with climate goals is increasingly becoming a tightrope act. A current study by the Cluster of Excellence “Climate, Climatic Change, and Society” (CLICCS) at the University of Hamburg shows that politics, the economy and society have shifted backwards in numerous areas. Loud uni-hamburg.de The prospect of Germany becoming climate neutral by 2045 is currently unrealistic. The reason for this is complex: delayed action, climate-damaging consumption trends and an increasing shift to the right in society are making the necessary restructuring more difficult.
The risk of not achieving the climate goals is increased by spirals of blockade and escalation, which lead to increasing financial costs and decreasing support for climate protection. A concrete example can be found in the debate about the controversial Building Energy Act, which led to an increased purchase of climate-damaging heating systems. From 2027, CO2 emissions from buildings in Europe will become more expensive and there is a clear need for financial compensation for poorer households and long-term measures.
The study also created a comprehensive database of climate lawsuits, which currently includes 175 lawsuits against administrations, state governments or companies. The number of these lawsuits and positive decisions have increased in Germany. Although five of the key processes examined support climate neutrality, these efforts are not enough. In order to meet these challenges, the study recommends providing financial support to local administrations and politically strengthening social initiatives.
International collaboration in research
In the area of research, the International Symposium on Artificial Intelligence and Mathematics (ISAIM) 2026 is setting its own course. This biennial meeting aims to promote interactions between mathematics, theoretical computer science and artificial intelligence. It was founded in 1990 and has since established itself as a forum for scientific exchange. A mix of invited lectures, technical presentations and special topic sessions will be offered over a period of three days.
The deadline for submitting work has been extended to October 20, 2025, with further information available on the Florida Atlantic University website are available. The topics of the special sessions cover a wide range, from AI in group theory to cooperation strategies in AI planning.
Economic expansion
While climate goals are in jeopardy in Germany, the business world in Mexico sees rosy times for the retail chain Costco. Loud elfinanciero.com.mx Costco plans to significantly expand its presence in Mexico, where the country is considered the company's most profitable market. New branches will open in cities such as Durango, Tampico and Irapuato, which will strengthen competitiveness in the local market.
The opening of new stores takes place against the backdrop of a membership model that stands out from other supermarkets. There are different membership types that offer attractive annual rewards and access to a wide product catalog.
Such developments in Mexico show how companies are reacting to economic opportunities, while in Germany there are setbacks in climate goals. It remains to be seen what measures are necessary to keep the challenges of climate protection and economic expansion in balance.