Berlin: German Post delivers parcels with solar-powered ship
As early as this summer, the German postal service could shift its parcel shipments to the water. But some logistics questions still need to be clarified.
Würzburg: Flashed by an e-car?
The city is fully committed to e-mobility and has an e-flasher. But the citizens are not at all convinced by the measure.
Attention holidaymakers: driving bans on the Amalfi Coast
For years, residents had been disturbed by traffic on the busy road. Now the region has introduced an unusual traffic regulation.
Power outages due to wallboxes?!
Insufficient charging infrastructure is leading more and more drivers to charge their e-cars at home. However, the increasing number of wallboxes could lead to power grid overloads.
Havana effect harms the environment
Germans by no means want to give up their cars, but they are turning to second-hand cars when buying new ones. Although at first glance it is cheaper for citizens, the expected Boom of used cars could further harm the environment.
China: first CO2-neutral highway opens in the desert
By converting the irrigation system to solar-powered pumps, this is China's first CO2-neutral desert highway, he said. The project could serve as an example for similar ventures in the fight against desertification.
Climate-neutral fuel: Tractor runs on slurry
An American company wants to use it to power trucks and heavy machinery. This is the first time that an emission-free ammonia solution has been used for this purpose.
Stuttgart: Lawsuit by residents of environmental zone fails
The Federal Court of Justice has ruled against the injunction of crossing haulage traffic. According to the court, the ban on trucks crossing the zone does not protect individual interests, but the general public and the environment.
Cologne: Car-free Deutzer Freiheit put to the test
Since June 10th, the shopping street has been free of cars. However, some critical voices are being raised among the citizens.
Taunus: Noise ban also for e-motorbikes
Popular routes in the Hochtaunus region remain closed to e-motorcycles. After initial confusion, the ban extension to electrically powered motorbikes has been officially confirmed.