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The European Commission is pushing for a 90 percent emissions reduction by 2040 but leaves a loophole: countries can “buy” part of the target through climate projects abroad. Scientists warn of greenwashing and moral hazard, yet Germany—a key player in EU climate policy—has already backed the flexible approach.
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After China tightened exports of rare-earth magnets crucial for electric vehicles and military technology in October, the EU is responding with the REsourceEU plan. It aims to strengthen domestic mining and processing, coordinate purchases with Japan, and reduce the risk of resource-related coercion.
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The proposed new anti-Russian sanctions also include a 500-percent tariff on countries that buy Russian energy. This could have serious consequences for the Slovak economy. Several studies have confirmed that alternatives to Russian energy are available.
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The REPowerEU regulation, which aims to end imports of Russian pipeline gas and LNG, is nearing a final agreement. Here is an overview of the path to a full ban—from the legislative marathon in autumn 2025 to the complete prohibition in 2028.
