Monthly Archives: June 2008
Today, for the first time in Europe CO2 gas was injected below the surface at Europe’s first CO2 stoaring test facility in Germany
Just a few hours ago, Europe’s first underground carbon dioxide storage site was opened near Berlin in Ketzin, Germany. The test facility is aimed at finding out whether CO2 capturing and storing is a viable method to reduce CO2 emissions … Continue reading
Filed under Environment
Croatia could be the first victim of the failure of the EU reform treaty
Earlier this month, the Lisbon Treaty which was aimed at streamlining decision-making in the EU, making the EU more democratic and manageable and to make it work more efficiently was rejected by Irish voters. As it can only come into … Continue reading
Filed under Politics, Uncategorized
The EU decided to include airlines operating in Europe into emissions trading overburdening an industry already struggling
The European Commission decided to cap airline emissions from 2012 on which will cost the industry and passengers billions of dollars. European and foreign airlines will be added to the European emissions-trading system which imposes fix CO2 quotas on businesses … Continue reading
Filed under Economy, Environment, Politics, Uncategorized
60th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift
On June 24th 1948 the Soviet Union closed off all roads and supply roads to West Berlin to get power over the half of the city occupied by France, Britain and the United States. Only 2 days later the United … Continue reading
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Bio fuel out of orange peels
Bio fuels produced by converting food crops into ethanol are facing heavy criticism for fueling the global food crisis. But there are bio fuels that are both, friendly to the environment and no competition for food supplies. These biofuels are … Continue reading
Filed under Environment, Uncategorized
Saudi Arabia boosting its oil production might not even bring short-term relief
Soaring oil prices have caused lots of trouble in the recent months. Motorists are forking out more and more money for gasoline and are struggling to afford their mobility, politicians around the world talk a lot about who to blame … Continue reading
Filed under Economy, Global Issues, Politics, Uncategorized
The new building of the U.S. embassy in Berlin is to be opened on July 4th on its historic site
Walking along Boulevard Unter den Linden in Berlin towards the Pariser Platz square and the Brandenburg Gate is really impressive. Along the street there are luxury boutiques, tourist stores, the Humboldt University and the Berlin State Opera. At the Pariser Platz … Continue reading
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Greetings from Berlin
The weather is nice, it’s short after sunrise and I’m looking forward to another great day in Berlin. Though I’ve already been here several times, arriving at Berlin’s new ultramodern central railway station and having an amazing view on the … Continue reading
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Greek garbarge crisis
I’ve been to Greece more than a dozen times during the last 15 years and I’m full of admiration for the beautiful landscape and the great people there. Relaxed living is the Greek way. Healthy and tasty cuisine and a wonderful scenery. However, the Greeks … Continue reading
Filed under Environment, Politics
India’s airlines suffer most from the oil price hike
India’s aviation industry has been growing fastest in the world for years. New low-cost carriers enabled more and more new middle-class Indians to afford flying and switch from trains to planes for a more comfortable journey. Safety is also an … Continue reading
