German elections: renewables to remain a priority
Europe’s biggest economy will hold snap elections next month and energy prices will likely be an important campaign topic due to their effect on households’ and industries’ everyday expenses.
Given the latest polls, a CDU-SPD coalition seems the most likely outcome. The two parties are relatively aligned on energy and climate. They should be able to reach an agreement centred on the continued deployment of renewable energy and lowering energy taxes and fees.
Background Germany’s political parties are campaigning for the Bundestag elections on 23 February 2025. The country's political environment has turned to the right with the last regional elections, and Germans are increasingly worried about a stagnant eco...
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