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As an early investor and significant driver of climate policy, Germany is looking back at over 30 years of its journey towards climate neutrality. But let’s take a step back and look at the big picture: What is the German Energiewende? What roles do renewables play in the power mix and how do they impact consumers, energy prices, and the domestic economy? And what needs to be done to ensure the country meets its 2045 climate neutrality target?
In our Q&A slider you will find 10 frequently asked questions and interactive charts explaining Germany’s energy transition movement.
Contents
Q1 What is the German Energiewende?
Q2 What role does renewable energy play in Germany’s power mix?
Q3 How does a renewables-based energy system impact consumers?
Q4 How can Germany secure energy supply while working towards its decarbonisation goals?
Q6 Do German citizens support the Energiewende?
Q7 How did Germany build consensus for phasing out coal by the 2030s?
Q8 What role does carbon pricing play in the German and European energy transition?
Q9 How does the energy transition affect the domestic economy as a whole?