Group 1 - Germany's environmental protection and green technology policies are facing significant challenges due to the ongoing war and economic crisis, leading to a potential neglect of climate protection issues by the current government [1] - The German industrial sector is struggling under high emissions costs, with future carbon emission costs expected to continue rising [1][2] - The current government has restarted a carbon capture and storage legalization proposal, but funding for clean industrial plans is being drastically cut from €24.5 billion to €1.8 billion [1] Group 2 - Carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology is controversial in Germany, with debates on its effectiveness and necessity, especially given that Germany's emissions account for only 2% globally [2] - German manufacturers are facing multiple pressures, including high energy prices and skilled labor shortages, which are exacerbated by rising pollution costs [2][3] - The lack of government support is leading to the cancellation of decarbonization projects by major industrial players, such as ArcelorMittal, which halted its decarbonization plans in Germany due to uncertainties in green hydrogen supply and high electricity costs [2]
德国削减资金制约企业脱碳,政策变化引发讨论
Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-07-27 22:46