In order to overcome the urgent global challenges, such as climate protection, the design of future mobility is playing an increasingly important role. Future offers must be promoted accordingly "human- and planet-friendly". Sustainability and the use of existing resources will therefore be decisive in the development of powertrains and energy carriers. Many solutions are currently the subject of broad public and worldwide discussion. This involves the use of battery-electric drives and fuel cells, green electricity, hydrogen as well as bio- and Power-to-X fuels. Other questions are currently being discussed less intensively, such as the use of plastic waste that can be used to produce more environmentally friendly fuels. Or the question, which crude oil should still be used today. Concerning the use of different crude oils, there are considerable differences regarding the effects of the extraction conditions on the emission of greenhouse gases or the quality, which also has an impact on the greenhouse gas intensity and the refinery products produced from it.

In the intensive discussion, I observe a strong polarization, which often results in an "either or", when a "both and" approach would probably lead to the goal more quickly. It can be observed that it often focuses very strongly on the introduction of new drives and less the vehicle fleet is considered. Or that the argumentation from another side is exactly the opposite. Social media is strengthening this trend.

From my point of view, it is now important to approach each other, to seek differentiated exchange and to develop holistic solutions. A good example of excellent synergies is the addition of a rapid ramp-up of electromobility by the massive use of existing "climate fuels" such as the R33 diesel co-developed by Volkswagen, which complies with the standard EN 590, or paraffinic diesel, for which approvals are continuously increasing. This makes it possible to reduce quickly and significantly the emission of harmful greenhouse gases in the existing fleet. Due to different starting points, the solutions cannot be designed the same everywhere in the world. It will therefore also be helpful to put the common goals in the foreground. A central and as neutral as possible body such as a national climate institute could help in the design and examination of sustainability criteria and create trust with all parties involved in the implementation of solutions.

We need more courage. The courage to engage with other points of view, to listen, to overcome the current polarizations and to develop a social consensus. And next, the courage to take small and big steps alike. To start something new and not to lose sight of the many aspects of the huge challenges. We all have it in our hands to help ensure that the planet is still worth living in the future.