The Climate Network-Transatlantic Solutions for a Low Carbon Economy

Climate Media Fellowship 2012

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:51:04 +0200

Do you want to learn and write about the low carbon energy transition that is currently underway in Europe and Germany? The Heinrich Böll Foundation is now accepting applications for its Climate Media Fellowships 2012.

Open to media journalists or students from the U.S. who are eager to learn and report about the European and/or German energy transition in the U.S., with the aim being for the Fellows’ research to be published widely across the U.S.

Faith Groups and Climate Change

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:42:02 +0200

Religious communities offer enormous potential for mobilizing transatlantic partnerships and commitment on climate and energy issues. In both Germany and the US, churches provide moral leadership and advocacy on behalf of the poor and future generations, encouraging a just transition from a fossil-fuel based economy to renewable energy.

Germany and the Czech Republic – different paths to a secure energy future?

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 21:31:54 +0200

In light of common European energy challenges the Czech and German energy policy concepts represent two rather divergent energy strategies. While the current Czech government advocates a larger share in nuclear and coal driven energy generation Germany puts the emphasis on renewable energy and energy efficiency measures and a phase-out of nuclear power by the year 2022.

Transatlantic solutions for a low-carbon economy: Are regional initiatives the best solution for U.S. action?

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 19:56:44 +0200

The Heinrich Böll Foundation EU Office and the German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) co-hosted a panel debate at the Representation of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia to the European Union. The debate aimed to create a discussion about the latest developments in U.S. climate and energy policy as well as the future opportunities for progressive climate and energy policies at the regional and state level on both sides of the Atlantic.

How Will Germany meet its ambitious energy goals?

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 19:08:18 +0200

The country has taken some fundamental energy decisions this year and can provide a good case from which other countries can learn from. Dr. Felix Matthes from the Oeko Institute outlines the three strategic approaches of Germany’s energy transformation until 2050.

Shale Gas in Europe – What for?

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:50:28 +0200

The EU Office of the Heinrich Böll Foundation hosted an event on the prospects for a common EU external energy policy. The roundtable discussion took place just after the disaster of Fukushima which led to intense debates in many member states regarding their future energy mix, particularly with regard to the role of nuclear power.

Shale Gas in Europe – What for?

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 19:55:34 +0200

The EU Office of the Heinrich Boell Foundation gathered policy experts and decisions makers from the United States and Europe to discuss challenges and opportunities for shale gas production in Europe. Discussants agreed that a transatlantic scientific and policy related exchange on the issue would prove to be of great value for the future development of shale gas in Europe.

In the Spirit of Solidarity - an External Energy Policy for the EU?

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:48:18 +0200

In the Spirit of Solidarity - an External Energy Policy for the EU?

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:32:15 +0200

Transatlantic Perspectives on Shale Gas Development

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 22:49:27 +0200

On June 21, 2011, the Heinrich Boell Foundation and the Environmental and Energy Study Institute (EESI) hosted an event on the development of shale gas using hydraulic fracturing technology. Fracking, as the technique is widely referred to, is controversial in terms of its environmental impact.

Transatlantic Perspectives on Shale Gas Development

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 22:02:11 +0200

Harvesting Renewable Energy

by Dirk Ketelsen — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:37:37 +0200

Dirk Ketelsen, organic farmer and executive director of Dirkshof, a renewable energy producer and consultancy in Schleswig-Holstein, gives a first-hand report on the successes of his investment in renewable energies.

Gaining Strenght - Clean Energy Solutions for a Resilient Economy

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 22:09:45 +0200

On September 20th, policy makers from Germany and the United States came together to discuss common ways for making renewable energies the driving force of industrial revolution of the 21st century. The conference took place as part of the Climate Network of the Heinrich Boell Foundation and marked the release of the publication Sharing Solutions: Transatlantic Cooperation for a Low-Carbon Economy

Sharing Solutions: Transatlantic Cooperation for a Low-Carbon Economy

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:45:00 +0200

In this latest report of the Climate Network, policy-makers, civil society actors and local stakeholders in both the US and Europe address how to enhance renewable energy policies in rural and industrial regions despite current economic and political barriers.

Beyond Biofuels: Renewable Energy Opportunities for U.S. Farmers

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:09:39 +0200

The Heinrich Böll Stiftung North America published a new report Beyond Biofuels: Renewable Energy Opportunities for U.S. Farmers. In a transatlantic comparison, the report suggests a variety of measures such as a "Biogas Roadmap" and others to encourage American farmers to become "energy farmers" in the 21st century.

Beyond Biofuels: Renewable Energy Opportunities for U.S. Farmers

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 20:55:42 +0200

Harvesting Renewable Energy

by Dirk Ketelsen — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 19:38:44 +0200

Gaining Strenght - Clean Energy Solutions for a Resilient Economy

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 18:28:23 +0200

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 16:07:09 +0200

Sharing Solutions: Transatlantic Cooperation for a Low-Carbon Economy - In this latest report of the Climate Network, policy-makers, civil society actors and local stakeholders in both the US and Europe address how to enhance renewable energy policies in rural and industrial regions despite current economic and political barriers.

European Union Green Jobs Tour 2011

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 22:58:03 +0200

In cooperation with the BlueGreen Alliance, the Heinrich Böll Foundation’s Climate Network brought eight representatives of labor unions and environmental organizations on a green-jobs focused tour to Europe from September 26 to October 5, 2011.

European Union Green Jobs Tour 2011

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 21:25:10 +0200

Harvesting Renewable Energy

by Neil Vielleux — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:18:26 +0200

This report is in the final product of the Midwest Renewable Energy Tour. It shares the German success of using policy to develop rural renewable energy projects and how farms in the US states of South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin can increase their renewable energy capacity.

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 17:30:41 +0200

Executive Director of Dirkshof, a renewable energy generation company and consultancy, will be a guest speaker during this year’s Midwest Renewable Energy Tour.

Neil Veilleux

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 22:23:47 +0200

Neil Veilleux, a renewable energy consultant at Meister Consultants Group (MCG), will assess the potential of renewable energy and conservation policies to increase rural development and job creation opportunities for farmers in Minnesota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

European Green Jobs Tour 2011

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 23:52:29 +0200

From July 6-13, the Heinrich Böll Foundation is organizing a study tour on renewable energies for a group of nine high-level representatives from the BlueGreen Alliance to experience first-hand success stories from the creation of more than 300,000 green jobs in Germany

Barbara Rossing

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 23:13:06 +0200

Barbara Rossing, Professor at Lutheran School of Theology in Chicago, traveled to Berlin and Dresden to attend the annual convention of the German protestant church and meet with German climate and energy experts and decision makers.

Transatlantic Cooperation on Climate and Energy Policy after the US Midterm Elections

by Sascha Mueller-Kraenner — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 18:34:23 +0200

From a European perspective this paper explores ideas for enhanced transatlantic climate and energy cooperation after the US Midterm elections.

Schleswig-Holstein: German Energy Politics in the Making

by Robert Habeck — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 18:42:45 +0200

Schleswig-Holstein, a German state with 60% reliance on renewable energy, faces decisions that are indicative of whether Germany as a whole is making headway with its announced transition to renewable energy.

Binding Climate Change Targets and Economic Growth: North Rhine-Westphalia Shows How

by Wibke Brems — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 22:59:43 +0200

North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s industry stronghold and most densely populated state shows how ambitious climate policy strengthens economic competitiveness.

Small Government for Big Growth in Clean Energy Jobs

by Navin Nayak — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 20:17:24 +0200

Germany has witnessed a surge in clean energy production with 340,000 new jobs. The industry could not exist without prior involvement of the federal government. Yet this des not mean creating new bureaucracy or government spending.

Stewards of God’s world and not owners to destroy it

by Gerald L. Durley — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 22:32:04 +0200

Gerald L. Durley, Senior Pastor at the Providence Missionary Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia argues that faith leaders play a crucial role in facing the challenge of climate change.

Using Proceeds from Emissions Trading -The Czech example of renewable heat and weatherization

by Aleš Kuták — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 19:12:07 +0200

International trading in greenhouse gas emissions has raised a number of questions from its very inception. The example of the Czech Republic illustrates how this mechanism can be used to reduce emissions as well as to support job creation in the regions.

The clean energy revolution is happening

by Michael Williams — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 00:00:12 +0200

Michael Williams, Legislative Representative at the Blue Green Alliance argues that there are lessons that the US has to learn from Europe. But to jumpstart a clean energy revolution, the US needs strong political leadership and consistent support from America's workers.

Why has the US accepted a position of inferiority around energy issues?

by Stacy Bare — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 23:59:08 +0200

Stacy Bare, Director of Operations at Veterans Green Jobs and Co-Founder of Veteran Expeditions argues that the US could transition to a low carbon economy by putting aside political name calling and focusing on common sense solutions.

It's past time to get serious

by Roger Johnson — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 23:57:55 +0200

Roger Johnson, President of the National Farmers Union, argues that the US can learn from Europe for providing stronger rural economies, reducing the dependence on foreign oil and taking responsability for a more sustainable world.

Beyond Biofuels - Renewable Energy Opportunities for U.S. Farmers

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 18:38:05 +0200

In cooperation with several partners, the Heinrich Böll Foundation will host a variety of events across the Midwest in an effort to highlight untapped business opportunities in renewable energy for American farmers.This roadshow will take place in Madison, WI, Minneapolis, MN and Des Moines, IA.

Europe Leads on Decentralized Renewables, but Lags on Effective Building Retrofits

by John Farell — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 20:32:02 +0200

John Farell, Transatlantic Climate and Energy Fellow, compares policy measures for renewable energies and energy efficiency in Germany and the US.

How Germany Surpassed the United States in Renewable Energy Development

by Dan Conrad — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 20:31:17 +0200

Transatlantic Climate and Energy Fellow, Dan Conrad, set out to understand what it was that had allowed countries such as Germany to surpass the United States at such lengths in terms of renewable energy development.

Green Growth: Smart Policies -Smart Technologies

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 19:30:55 +0200

This conference will provide a forum for experts from the EU and the US to discuss the prospects for low carbon growth strategies. Specific policy recommendations for the energy sector of the Czech Republic will be presented.

EU Low Carbon Economy Tour Forges New Alliances for Clean Energy Strategies

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 21:05:19 +0200

Key regions like the US Midwest remain economically and politically bound to carbon intensive electricity production and manufacturing. By maximizing policy exchange and mutual learning, Europe and the US can make progress toward regional low-carbon growth strategies. Representatives from agricultural, faith, union and veteran organizations share their experiences from a recent trip to Europe.

Three Hundred Thousand Clean Energy Jobs - Low Carbon Energy Growth in Germany and the U.S.

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 17:31:14 +0200

This policy paper analyzes the succes of the German renewables industry and discusses which of the lessons learned could be applied to the U.S. states of Indiana, Michigan and Minnesota. In cooperation with the Blue Green Alliance the paper will be released during the Midwestern Green Jobs Tour from July 12-16.

Clean Energy Jobs for the U.S. Midwest -Lessons Learned from the German Success Story of Low Carbon Growth

by Christine Woerlen — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 22:45:06 +0200

Germany has become the world leader in the development, manufacturing, and deployment of renewable energy technologies. By applying some of the lessons learned in Germany, Midwestern states such as Indiana, Michigan, and Minnesota could strengthen their renewable policies, build truly local industries, and create new, well-paying jobs.

US Low Carbon Economy Tour 2010

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:04:09 +0200

From July 5-11 this study tour will bring 6 Central and Eastern European experts on climate and energy policy to Washington DC.

John Dybvig, Blue Green Alliance

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:26:34 +0200

John Dybvig, Economic Development Manager of the Blue Green Alliance, talks about the cooperation of labor unions and environmental organizations, green jobs and upcoming projects.

Sybil Sanchez, Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life

Wed, 26 May 2010 00:08:11 +0200

Sybil Sanchez, Director of the Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life, talks about increasing engagement of Jewish communities for green jobs.

Christine Wörlen

Tue, 25 May 2010 01:10:09 +0200

From February to August former Head of the Renewable Energy Division of the German Energy Agency dena, Christine Wörlen, supports the Midwestern Green Jobs Project. Christine asseses current and future measures of job creation in the field of renewable energies and energy efficiency. Her work will be presented during the Midwestern Green Jobs Tour that leads to Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota and Ohio in July.

Midwestern Green Jobs Fellowship 2010

Tue, 25 May 2010 00:20:22 +0200

From February to August 2010 former Head of the Renewable Energy Division of the German Energy Agency dena, Christine Wörlen, supports the Midwestern Green Jobs Project.

Midwestern Green Jobs Tour 2010

Mon, 24 May 2010 23:57:10 +0200

From July 12-16, this project discussed economic and political strategies for creating green jobs in Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota and Ohio.

Synergy of Opposites- New Alliances for a Green Economy

by Till Koetter — Mon, 24 May 2010 20:32:02 +0200

A look at the crisis-ridden states of the Midwest reveals how difficult it is to reform climate and energy policy, but it shows also how unprecedented alliances are pushing for bipartisan cooperation on green jobs.

Michael O'Gorman, Farmer Veteran Coalition

Mon, 24 May 2010 17:44:09 +0200

Michael Gorman, Executive Director of the Farmer Veteran Coalition, explains why veterans have important job opportunities in the field of organic agriculture.

Garett Reppenhagen, Veterans Green Jobs

Mon, 24 May 2010 17:41:25 +0200

Garett Reppenhagen, Director of Veterans Green Jobs, argues that veterans are particularly qualified for a career in green jobs as they return home from their missions with a particular set of skills.

John Davidson, Disciples of Christ

Mon, 24 May 2010 17:37:05 +0200

John Davidson, Pastor, Fundraiser and Sustainability Consultant with the Disciples of Christ, explains why his church is increasingly engaged on energy efficiency and renewable energies.

Sun, 23 May 2010 21:11:54 +0200

The Blue Green Alliance

by Frauke Thies — Sun, 23 May 2010 19:02:31 +0200

A coalition of labor unions and environmental organizations wants to create green jobs in America.With public information, training programs, and advertising, the BGA is trying to combat the widespread notion that environmentalism costs jobs. In 2010 the BGA partners with the Heinrich-Boell-Stiftung for the Midwestern Green Jobs Project.

The American Way of Change

by Till Kötter — Sun, 23 May 2010 17:58:08 +0200

Researchers, entrepreneurs, and venture capitalists go beyond politics to find, on their own account, openings for green energies.

Ted Howard, Evergreen Cooperatives

Fri, 21 May 2010 00:08:11 +0200

Ted Howard, Professor at the University of Maryland and Co-founder of the Evergreen Cooperatives explains this new blueprint for creating green jobs in low-income neighborhoods in Cleveland, Ohio.

Mark Shanahan, Gov. Ted Strickland

Fri, 21 May 2010 00:06:08 +0200

Mark Shanahan, energy advisor to the democratic Governor of Ohio, Ted Strickland, explains the state’s strategy for transitioning to a low-carbon economy and creating thousands of new jobs.

Laura Arnold, Indiana Renewable Energy Association

Fri, 21 May 2010 00:01:46 +0200

Laura Arnold works for the Indiana Renewable Energy Association and explains how Indiana’s economy can build on a low-carbon strategy to create permanent green jobs.

Terry Black, Green Way Supply

Thu, 20 May 2010 23:59:26 +0200

Terry Black, owner of Indianapolis based company Green Ways Supply, talks about future low- carbon opportunities for small businesses in Indiana.

Brandon Hofmeister, Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Thu, 20 May 2010 23:55:52 +0200

Brandon Hofmeister, energy advisor for the democratic Governor of Michigan, Jennifer Granholm, describes Michigan’s strategy for transforming toward a clean energy economy.

Keith Cooley, Next Energy

Thu, 20 May 2010 23:52:32 +0200

Keith Cooly, CEO and president of Next Energy in Detroit, Michigan considers his non-profit organization as an economic accelerator for alternative energies.

New Jobs in the Clean Energy Economy

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:06:18 +0200

This conference will discuss how smart policies and private investments can build-up a clean energy economy and jumpstart immediate job creation in the US.

Overcoming the Deadlock: Climate Policy after Copenhagen

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 01:21:23 +0200

The international seminar in the Czech Senate on March 3 reflected on the Copenhagen summit and provided outlook for the continuation of the international Climate negotiations from various perspectives. Click below to view the video from the conference proceedings and the presentations of Sascha Müller-Kraenner from the "The Nature Conservancy", Ketil Karlsen as the Danish Chief Advisor on Climate Negotiations, Viviene Life from the UK's Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Video: The Climate Network

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 19:25:22 +0200

A Missing Link to Sustainable Mobility

By Max Gruenig, Dominic Marcellino — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 23:37:29 +0200

This paper analyzes best practices of integrated transportation planning in Europe and the US. The paper shows that public transportation should be linked to car and bike sharing programs.

From Partnership to Leadership: Transatlantic Solutions for a Low Carbon Economy

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 01:52:18 +0200

During this conference, Congressman Jay Inslee (D-Wash) congratulated the Heinrich Böll Stiftung for its ongoing and successful efforts on transatlantic cooperation on climate and energy challenges. The final report of the Transatlantic Climate Policy Group was released and discussed.

Toward a New Climate Network: Transatlantic Solutions for a Low Carbon Economy

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:58:41 +0200

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has contributed the foreword to the final report of the Transatlantic Climate Policy Group. The full report was released at a conference on October 7.

Cap and Invest

By Dennis Taenzler and Sibyl Steuwer — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 15:56:05 +0200

Dennis Taenzler and Sybil Steuwer of Berlin based think-tank Adelphi Research explore in this new report why auctioning gains prominence in the EU emissions trading scheme.

Towards a Transatlantic Green New Deal:Tackling the Climate and Economic Crises

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 01:44:30 +0200

On June 23, at a panel discussion with Juergen Trittin, the Heinrich Boell Foundation and the Worldwatch Institute released the English version of their new report Towards a Transatlantic Green New Deal: Tackling the Climate and Economic Crises.

From blue-collar workers to green-collar workers

by Renate Kuenast and Juergen Trittin — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:14:14 +0200

Members of Parliament for the German Green party, Renate Künast and Jürgen Trittin, describe the causes of the economic crisis and set out paths towards a strategic economic policy.

Plug-in Electric Vehicles -- Affordable, Convenient and Green?

Wed, 20 May 2009 04:29:03 +0200

What are the right incentives to foster plug-in electric vehicles? On May 28, HBF and 2020 Vision held a hill briefing on the latest US-European thinking on PEVs and released their new report One Million Plug-In Electric Vehicles by 2015: Top Ten Policies for the U.S. to Get Plug-ins on the Road to Energy Security, Carbon Reductions, and Green Jobs.

Feed-in Tariffs in America: Driving the Economy with Renewable Energy Policy that Works

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:46:32 +0200

John Farrell from the Minnesota based Institute for Self-Reliance explores why feed-in tariffs are the key mechanism for encouraging renewable energy development. They are fair, simple and stable.

Attracting Renewable Energy Investments in the U.S.

By Felix Groba — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:44:43 +0200

In January 2009 the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) was founded. So far the U.S. only remains in an observer position. However, active membership would be beneficial for the U.S. economy and government.

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The activities will be coordinated by HBS' North America office in Washington, DC, in close cooperation with HBS' regional offices in Brussels and Prague.

The Climate Network-Transatlantic Solutions for a Low Carbon Economy

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 18:34:05 +0200

The Climate Network - Transatlantic Solutions for a Low Carbon Economy is a new 2-year program by the Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung and its offices in Brussels, Prague and Washington, DC. The program seeks to provide core regions in Europe and the U.S. with the economic and political strategies to become frontrunners of the future low carbon economy.

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