Overview

• Economics Minister Katherina Reiche announced a Südbonus plan directing two-thirds of a 20 GW gas capacity tender to southern Germany.
• The government is in intensive negotiations with the EU Commission to secure approval for new gas power plants.
• Cabinet is set to pass relief measures before the summer break, cutting electricity tax, network charges and the gas storage levy.
• Policy seeks to curb investment flight by lowering power costs for businesses and restoring industrial competitiveness.
• The strategy is designed to balance supply security, climate protection and affordability in Germany’s energy mix.