Electrification

Auf der Tür eines Elektro-Autos steht der Schriftzug: Happy to be electric. St. Georg Hamburg.

News | Traffic turnaround

February 5th, 2026

Electromobility: Transition to EVs in Germany too slow, DIW says

In 2025, one in five newly registered cars in Germany was battery-electric. According to the German Institute for Economic Research, the share could be significantly higher, with policy uncertainty delaying investment and purchasing decisions.

By Kai Schöneberg

Feature | Decarbonization

November 27th, 2025

Industrial transformation: Electrification as the key to climate-friendly industry

The electrification of industry offers huge potential for reducing emissions. However, without rapid political incentives, there is a risk of massive misinvestment in fossil fuel plants. The EU is now launching a funding program.

By Nico Beckert