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Politiker sitzen im Kreis auf einer Sitzung der COP30 in Belem.

UN climate conferences Blog post 19.01.2026

Energetic Start, Outcome with Major Gaps: Looking Back at COP30 in Belém

COP30 proved to be a magnifying glass for the global struggle over international climate policy. Our experts discuss key developments and outcomes for their respective fields of work and take a look into the future.

Aerial view of a factory among green trees and bushes

Industrial transformation Blog post 13.01.2026

Indonesia and South Africa: Forging a Path to Net-Zero Industry

We introduce efforts to achieve industrial decarbonisation in Indonesia and South Africa, as viewed through the lens of experts from both countries. Both countries have concrete plans, but there are realities that they have to face. Both have made efforts to kick-start their industrial sector towards net-zero.

Titelbild einer Publikation zum Thema industrielle Dekarbonisierung in Südafrika

Industrial transformation Background Paper 13. January 2026

Industrial Decarbonisation, South Africa’s Last Opportunity

South Africa is experiencing rapid deindustrialisation. This study, commissioned by Germanwatch, argues that one way to address this is to turn South Africa into a green economy. This requires a set of no-regret actions by the government.

Titelseite einer Studie zu industrieller Dekarbonisierung in Indonesien

Industrial transformation Background Paper 13. January 2026

Navigating the Transition: A Country Study on Industrial Decarbonisation in Indonesia

This paper, commissioned by Germanwatch, reviews Indonesia’s decarbonisation pathway, including economic factors, policy frameworks, and implementation challenges. It highlights the roles of civil society and international partners.

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Position Paper 19. December 2025

Raw Material Partnerships and What They are (still) Missing

Raw material partnerships are a means of securing the supply of critical minerals and metals, such as lithium, cobalt, rare earths and copper, for Germany and Europe. This policy paper analyses the shortcomings of existing partnerships and makes recommendations for enabling genuine 'equal terms' cooperation.