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Building Modernization Act: Why the planned reform endangers climate targets

Germany’s governing parties argue that the country’s climate targets remain achievable even if gas- and oil-fired heating systems continue to be installed. A proposed green gas quota is intended to offset the resulting emissions. However, many experts urge caution.

Malte Kreutzfeldt, Nico Beckert
26. February 2026
Die Fraktionsvorsitzenden Spahn und Miersch sowie Wirtschaftsministerin Reiche bei der Vorstellung der Eckpunkte für das Gebäudemodernisierungsgesetz
Parliamentary group leaders for the CDU and SPD, Jens Spahn and Matthias Miersch, together with German Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy Katherina Reiche, presented the key elements of the new Building Modernisation Act. (picture alliance/dpa | Christophe Gateau)

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Last updated: 26. February 2026

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