Cabinet Backs EEG and Power Grid Overhaul
Germany's cabinet backed a power grid overhaul and EEG reform on 29 July 2026 to curb rising household energy costs.
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Solar Feed-in Tariff Falls Again on August 1
The solar feed-in tariff drops again on 1 August 2026 for new PV systems, and a far bigger change is planned for 2027.
Germany Plans Cuts to Subsidies for Small Solar Systems
Germany's Economy Minister has signaled an end to subsidies for small rooftop solar installations, citing falling equipment costs.
Germany Drops Gas Storage Levy
The German cabinet has approved removing the gas storage levy from January 2026, following an amendment to the Energy Industry Act.
Germany Rethinks Energy Policy with Bold New Steps
Stuttgart cut emissions by 54 percent versus 1990 levels, exceeding its climate target.
US Push to Revive Nord Stream Sparks Debate Over Russian Gas Return to Germany
US-backed discussions about reopening the Nord Stream pipelines could reshape Europe's energy policy.
Solar Power Surpasses Five Million Installations in Germany
Germany has passed five million solar installations, according to the Federal Network Agency, marking a landmark moment in the country's ongoing shift to…
Majority of Germans Now Support Return to Nuclear Power
Two years after shutting down its last nuclear plants, a majority of Germans now support restarting atomic energy, according to a new poll reflecting…
Norway Is Unhappy with Germany for Mismanaging Their Energy Policy
Soaring electricity prices have strained Norway-Germany energy relations. Norway is pushing back on German energy decisions that it says are affecting…
Housing Benefits in Germany Set for Significant Increase in 2025
Germany is increasing its Wohngeld housing benefit from January 2025, giving financial relief to low-income households.
Lindner Advocates for Ending Renewable Energy Subsidies Amid Budget Debates
Finance Minister Christian Lindner argues solar subsidies are no longer needed and should be phased out.
Rethinking Coal: Germany's Energy Transition Dilemma
Germany stands at a crucial juncture in its ambitious journey towards a sustainable and environmentally friendly energy future. The debate over accelerating the coal phase-out to 2030 reflects a nation grappling with the realities of energy security, economic competitiveness, and climate commitments. As the global community watches, Germany's path forward is a litmus test for balancing ecological imperatives with practical policy-making.