Author: Martin Kuebler

After Kamala Harris cast the deciding vote to pass the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022, she praised the bill for benefitting millions of Americans. Two years later, during her presidential campaign, Harris highlighted the impact of the legislation on clean energy jobs and economy. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is seen as a major success by analysts, with $370 billion invested in clean energy technology. This investment has catalyzed private investment in clean energy projects, creating over 149,000 new jobs in the energy sector in the first year alone. The US is experiencing a boom in clean energy manufacturing, particularly…

The recent headline-grabbing news in Germany involves the relocation of hamsters in Erfurt, Thuringia, for a school expansion project. The cost of €2.5 million raised eyebrows, but the high price tag is due to the critical endangerment of the animals. Hamsters’ habitats have been destroyed by modern farming techniques, leaving them with limited places to live. This situation is not unique, as wildlife conservation often delays construction projects in Germany. The strict conservation regulations aim to protect biodiversity and prevent avoidable damage to nature. While some criticize the focus on saving a few hamsters, experts emphasize the long-term importance of…