The energy industry is warning of the negative consequences of the proposed industrial electricity price. The EU Commission’s concessions could dry up markets and raise prices for other participants. However, for the beneficiaries, there is an advantage compared to electricity price compensation.
By Manuel Berkel
Economics Minister Katherina Reiche has announced a thorough review of industrial electricity prices and quick tenders for gas-fired power plants. The SPD expects the Commission to speed up approvals under state aid law.
By Manuel Berkel
In its own-initiative report on electricity grids, the EU Parliament calls for clear criteria as to which producers and consumers should be connected as a priority. MEPs are critical of the reduction in grid charges.
By Manuel Berkel
The Commission will probably examine whether it wants to split the German electricity price zone at least until the second half of 2026. This is suggested by statements made by a senior official from the Directorate-General for Energy in an interview.
By Manuel Berkel
Growth in the European market for stationary batteries slowed in 2024. This was due to a significant decline in the important home storage segment. Read what SolarPower Europe is now calling for.
By Manuel Berkel
So far, many large companies from CO2-intensive sectors have received free carbon credits. The environmental organization WWF has called for this allocation to be restricted sooner than planned.
By Alex Veit
Expensive offshore wind farms are not in a good position at the moment, and Donald Trump even wants to stop new projects in the USA. However, if the EU states join forces, significantly more offshore wind farms could be built in Europe.
By Manuel Berkel
For a quarter of a century, China has been building hydropower plants in Tibet on a piecework basis. The dynamic threatens people and nature alike.
By Marcel Grzanna
The governments in Berlin and Paris have agreed to discuss "best practices" for the promotion of electric vehicles. The announcement raises eyebrows, as France has introduced subsidies that exclude many Chinese models.
By Manuel Berkel
Last year, the number of jobs in renewable energies climbed to at least 16.2 million. China is at the top of the list, but there are also significantly more jobs in Germany. However, another solar industry report clouds the outlook.
By Lukas Bayer
