Germany’s Federal Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy has unveiled its latest energy transition monitoring report, outlining seven key areas to make the transition cost-efficient while safeguarding supply security and climate goals.
The proposals include:
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Geographic alignment of renewables and hydrogen electrolyzers.
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Integration of flexible resources like heat pumps and storage into the grid.
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Needs-based grid planning reflecting demand patterns.
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Faster permitting for grid expansion.
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Support schemes for renewable and hydrogen technologies.
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Capacity mechanisms to safeguard supply.
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Digitalization with smart meters and real-time data.
Economy and Energy Minister Katherina Reiche also presented 10 proposals to strengthen competitiveness, including expanding renewables, boosting grid flexibility, recognizing CCS/CCU as climate tech, and cutting regulatory complexity.
The German Steel Federation (WV Stahl) welcomed the initiative but warned that high electricity prices threaten the industry’s competitiveness. Managing Director Kerstin Maria Rippel called for effective relief for energy-intensive industries and stressed that hydrogen ramp-up must be accelerated, affordable, and regulated.
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