Ursula von der Leyen

Energy

Can new EU 'right to repair' product rules 'inspire the rest of the world'?

New EU ecodesign rules will require TVs, fridges and dishwashers to be easier to recycle and more energy efficient

clock 01 October 2019 • 4 min read

Policy

Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership launches pan-European business group

New green business group wants to accelerate climate across EU economy

clock 11 September 2019 • 2 min read

Politics

Von der Leyen puts climate policy staff at heart of European Commission

Commission President-elect appoints Frans Timmermans as Executive Vice President for an EU Green Deal

clock 10 September 2019 • 2 min read

Politics

European Commission: Climate promises help clinch victory for Ursula von der Leyen

Former German Defence Minister becomes first female European Commission President. securing narrow parliamentary approval after promising increased climate action

clock 17 July 2019 • 3 min read

Policy

Carbon targets, border taxes, and a climate bank: Von der Leyen promises overhaul of EU net zero efforts

Ahead of key vote, European Commission nominee presents ambitious decarbonisation plans as she seeks to secure backing from MEPs

clock 16 July 2019 • 3 min read

Investment

EU carbon price hits 11-year high as Europe eyes bolder climate policies

Price tops €28 per tonne on Wednesday as traders anticipate market reforms

clock 11 July 2019 • 4 min read