Renewables and storage: Study criticizes delays in grid connection

According to a study, delays in grid connection are holding back billions of euros in investment. The structure of distribution system operators and a lack of transparency are exacerbating the problem. NGOs believe that the proposed grid package is likely to make the problem worse.

02. June 2026
Braunkohlekraftwerk, BOA Neurath, Windkraftanlagen, Windpark, Stromerzeugung, Energiemix, Deutschland, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Grevenbroich
Wind turbines in North Rhine-Westphalia: According to the study, renewable energy projects with a total capacity of 140 GW are awaiting grid connection. (picture alliance / imageBROKER | Frank Röder)

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Last updated: 02. June 2026