Effort sharing: Council of experts sees shortfall widening

The Council of Experts on Climate Change expects Germany to miss its targets under the European Effort Sharing Regulation (ESR) by an even wider margin than previously anticipated. This could prove costly for a future German government.

19. May 2026
Expertenrat für Klimafragen 18.52026
According to a report by the Council of Experts on Climate Change, Germany is failing to meet its targets under European effort sharing rules. (IMAGO / BREUEL-BILD)

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Last updated: 19. May 2026