Overview

• Economics Minister Katherina Reiche has launched tenders for 20 GW of flexible gas-fired power plants to address energy security concerns.
• A comprehensive 'Realitätscheck' of the Energiewende will assess the costs and risks of Germany's renewable energy transition.
• Proposals include reducing electricity taxes, cutting gas storage levies, and exploring an industrial power price to enhance economic competitiveness.
• Reiche has ruled out a return to nuclear power, citing societal consensus and the completed phase-out.
• The Greens caution that slowing renewable energy deployment could lead to higher CO₂ costs and geopolitical vulnerabilities.