Germany has various options when it comes to implementing the EU Internal Electricity Market Regulation. However, a study by the Stiftung Umweltenergierecht (Environmental Energy Law Foundation) shows that it is unlikely to be possible to avoid a repayment obligation for new wind and solar power plants in the event of high electricity prices.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
In a paper in preparation for the new legislative period, the BMWK argues in favor of a stronger Multi-annual Financial Framework (MFF). However, resistance is to be expected from the Ministry of Finance.
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China and Germany are continuing their energy partnership and exchanging views on energy efficiency.
By Manuel Liu
In response to a question from Table.Briefings, the Federal Ministry of Economics rejects the CDU/CSU accusation that it is deliberately preventing the promotion of agri-PV systems. The ministry believes the ball is in Brussels' court.
By Lukas Knigge
The BMWK now also supports smaller companies in climate protection. In addition to measures to avoid emissions, CCS and CCU are also being promoted.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
A previously unreleased study commissioned by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action calculates for the first time how many billions in tax revenue the German government increased emissions and by how much – and which sector is benefiting the most.
By Bernhard Pötter
The governing coalition has promised to introduce a "climate check" for new laws to assess new regulations for their contribution to global warming. The first plans for what such a procedure could look like are now becoming known.
By Bernhard Pötter
When the AI Act comes into force, there will only be a few months to implement it. Companies need quick guidelines from the authorities, demands not only the German AI Association. That is why a supervisory body must be found quickly.
By Corinna Visser
Germany plans to introduce new labels to promote the use of more green raw materials. These labels can then be used to require quotas for green steel, cement, ammonia and ethylene in public tenders or as part of EU regulations.
By Alex Veit
At the end of this week, Germany's seven lignite-fired units that were allowed to run longer due to the gas crisis will be taken off the grid. They were rarely needed anyway, so in spite of the additional capacity, less lignite was converted into electricity than in previous years.
By Malte Kreutzfeldt
