Overview

• Lies warns that North Germany contributes a disproportionate share of renewable infrastructure and must not face excessive burdens.
• He says underground cabling is essential to preserve acceptance of offshore wind by avoiding additional overhead power lines.
• He views LNG terminals as a crucial transitional link for importing future climate-neutral gases.
• He has pledged to keep any power plants deemed necessary operational to prevent supply shortfalls.
• He argues that delays in building hydrogen-capable gas plants will extend reliance on coal beyond current targets.