European Perspectives on the German Energy Transition The German energy transition - or Energiewende - cannot be regarded as a solely German phenomenon and is increasingly impacting energy systems far beyond its borders. If the Energiewende is to turn into a true success story it must become more European.
Interview on Smart Growth with Ralf Fücks, Co-President of the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung The Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung North America spoke with our Co-President, Ralf Fücks, about the need for a global, smart green growth strategy, outlined in his new book 'Green Growth, Smart Growth - A New Approach to Economics, Innovation and the Environment'. By Ralf Fücks
“Ambitious Alliance Needed On Climate” From EU-CELAC Lawmakers Find our press release to the conclusion of the 2015 Summit of the European Union and the Community of latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC).
A Successful Conclusion to the 8th Conference on Feminicide The Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung European Union would like to thank all those who participated in the 8th Conference on Feminicide: The Duty of Due Diligence to Eradicate Feminicide on Monday, June 1st and Tuesday, June 2nd 2015. By Patricia Jimenez
Ma Propre Énergie L’énergie, ça vous parle ? Cette bande-dessinée va vous permettre d’y voir plus clair! We have recently launched with partners the web comic 'Ma propre énergie' in which we depeict in a playful manner the history of energy in France from ancient times to today. Get involved for more local, renewable and controllable energy!
Time to Act – the Obligation of the European Mainstream to Respond to the Rise of Populism What strategies and actions can counter populist demagoguery and what is necessary to rebuild trust in the national and European political system(s) and restore their legitimacy in the eyes of European citizens? By Julian Rappold
8th Conference on Feminicide/ Femicide: The Duty of Due Diligence in Eradicating Feminicide/ Femicide Don't miss the 8th Conference on Feminicide/ Femicide (June, 1st) and its follow-up (June, 2nd). Two years into the signing of the EU-CELAC Bi-Regional Dialogue on gender issues, we will discuss the question whether any improvements have been made. By Patricia Jimenez
Nuclear optimism will cost CZK 32 billion In the spring of 2014, power company ČEZ cancelled its tender for the construction of two new blocks at the Temelín Nuclear Power Station. The decision came immediately after the government adopted a resolution in which it rejected “involvement in any type of state guarantee” for new nuclear projects. By Karel Polanecký
Special relationship – Special responsibility? Read Ralf Fücks opening speech for the conference 'The state of and outlook for the German-Israeli relationship' of the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung, Berlin, 29-30 April 2015. By Ralf Fücks
