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"We Have Gained Control Over the Crisis" - Peter Rigaud / DER SPIEGEL

German Economy Minister Robert Habeck "We Have Gained Control Over the Crisis"

Last year, it looked like Russia's war in Ukraine was going to plunge Germany and Europe into a deep recession and a winter of gas shortages. Things have turned out differently, says Economy Minister Robert Habeck. But major progress is still needed on climate protection. Interview Conducted by Martin Knobbe und Gerald Traufetter

The Present and Future of Europe's Energy Supply - [M] DER SPIEGEL; Handout / REUTERS; TASS / Action Press; David Ramos / Getty Images; ddp; Getty Images (4)

All Eyes on the Gulf The Present and Future of Europe's Energy Supply

The autocratic countries of the Persian Gulf play a key role in the new world order – and for the future of Germany's economy. Complete dependence will be difficult to avoid.

Where Will Germany Get Its Energy in the Future? - Youcef Krache / DER SPIEGEL

A Global Shopping Tour Where Will Germany Get Its Energy in the Future?

Germany must not only free itself from Russian gas, but from fossil fuels altogether. Where will those future energies come from?

Schweizer Airline will ab 2023 mit Solartreibstoff fliegen - Synhelion

Lufthansa-Tochter Swiss Schweizer Airline will ab 2023 mit Solartreibstoff fliegen

Als erste Fluggesellschaft überhaupt will Swiss ihre Flugzeuge mit einem Treibstoff betanken, der aus Sonnenenergie gewonnen wird – und das schon ab kommendem Jahr. Was muss man sich unter Solarkerosin vorstellen?

The Dirty Truth About Clean Technologies - [M]: Hedi Xandt; SABarton / Getty Images / DER SPIEGEL

Mining the Planet to Death The Dirty Truth About Clean Technologies

The poor South is being exploited so that the rich North can transition to environmental sustainability. Entire swaths of land are being destroyed to secure the resources needed to produce wind turbines and solar cells. Are there alternatives?

"The Government Currently Being Formed Is Finally Going to Act" - Peter Rigaud / DER SPIEGEL

Green Party Co-Leader Annalena Baerbock on Coalition Talks "The Government Currently Being Formed Is Finally Going to Act"

Germany is still in the process of putting together a government following the September election. Green Party co-leader Annalena Baerbock speaks to DER SPIEGEL about progress on climate policy, the challenges of a three-party coalition and why German autobahns are not getting a speed limit. Interview Conducted by Valerie Höhne, Martin Knobbe und Jonas Schaible

Germany's Stricter New Emissions Goals Present Huge Challenge - Paul Langrock

Quiet Energy Revolution Germany's Stricter New Emissions Goals Present Huge Challenge

Germany's high court ruled in April that the government had to do more in the fight against global warming. The tough new emissions targets will be difficult to meet.

Is Nuclear Power the Solution to Climate Change? - Horst Friedrichs / DER SPIEGEL

The Great Energy Debate Is Nuclear Power the Solution to Climate Change?

Paul Dorfman and Staffan Qvist both want to save the climate. But one of them wants to rid the world of nuclear reactors while the other wants to build more of them. We brought them together for a debate. Interview Conducted by Philip Bethge und Rafaela von Bredow

Projekt Sonnenwagen - Henning Kaiser/ dpa

World Solar Challenge in Australien Projekt Sonnenwagen

Tausende Kilometer durch Australien, nur mit Sonnenenergie. Ein Studententeam aus Aachen stellt sich der Herausforderung bei der inoffiziellen Weltmeisterschaft der Solarrennwagen.

Germany's Defective Green Energy Game Plan - Z1022 Patrick Pleul/ dpa

Reality Check Germany's Defective Green Energy Game Plan

Germany pretends to be a pioneer in the green revolution. But its massively expensive Energiewende has done nothing to make the environment cleaner or encourage genuine efficiency. One writer argues: Either do it right, or don't do it at all. Von Alexander Neubacher

How Electricity Became a Luxury Good - Marcus Brandt/ dpa

Germany's Energy Poverty How Electricity Became a Luxury Good

Germany's agressive and reckless expansion of wind and solar power has come with a hefty pricetag for consumers, and the costs often fall disproportionately on the poor. Government advisors are calling for a completely new start. Von SPIEGEL Staff

China's Green Revolution Arrives - Qilai Shen/ dpa

'Liconomics' China's Green Revolution Arrives

China has changed course and announced an ambitious new plan to push sustainable energy. The initiative by Li Keqiang's government signals a turning point in the country's approach to the environment -- and could mean big business for Germany. Von Gerald Traufetter und Bernhard Zand

EU Fires First Shot in Trade War with China - LISI NIESNER/ REUTERS

Solar Strife EU Fires First Shot in Trade War with China

The European Commission on Tuesday announced it was imposing tariffs on Chinese solar panels in response to "price dumping." China has previously warned it would retaliate. The escalating trade war can only have one loser: Germany. Von Christoph Pauly und Melanie Amann

EU To Impose Tariffs on Chinese Solar Panels - SEAN YONG/ REUTERS

Dumping Allegations EU To Impose Tariffs on Chinese Solar Panels

The European Commission has approved tariffs on Chinese-made solar panels in response to complaints of price-dumping. However, analysts say the move will do little more than give European companies a short-lived boost, and that the levy will mainly just increase prices and decrease use of solar power. Von Joel Stonington

Competitors and Opponents Threaten Energy Plan - Dii

Desertec on the Ropes Competitors and Opponents Threaten Energy Plan

The ambitious Desertec plan to supply Europe with solar power from the deserts of North Africa and the Middle East seems to have stalled. It could now be facing even greater problems as competitors arise and local opposition mounts. Von Nicolai Kwasniewski

Berlin to Exempt 1,550 Firms From Electricity Surcharge - dapd

Big Gift to Big Business Berlin to Exempt 1,550 Firms From Electricity Surcharge

Germany plans to exempt 1,550 large firms from a power price surcharge that covers part of the cost of switching to renewable energy. Critics say the list of exemptions is spurious and unfair to households and small businesses. It risks undermining faith in the government's switch to clean power.

Desertec's Promise of Solar Power for Europe Fades - MARCELO DEL POZO/ REUTERS

Quagmire in the Sahara Desertec's Promise of Solar Power for Europe Fades

As recently as three years ago, many thought that it was only a matter of time before solar thermal plants in North Africa supplied a significant portion of Europe's energy needs. But Desertec has hit a road block. Industrial backers are jumping ship, political will is tepid and a key pilot project has suddenly stalled. Von Joel Stonington

A Desertec Founder Laments a Lack of Support - Arturo Rodriguez/ AP

'Political Leadership Is Missing' A Desertec Founder Laments a Lack of Support

Desertec, the ambitious plan to supply Europe with vast amounts of solar power from North Africa, has lost its shine. Friedrich Führ, co-founder of the Desertec Foundation, spoke with SPIEGEL ONLINE about the project's missteps thus far, his disappointment in European politicians and why it is vital that the venture continues.

Germany Rethinks Path to Green Future - dapd

Power Failures Germany Rethinks Path to Green Future

Germany's energy revolution is the government's only major project -- but the problems keep piling up. The pace of grid expansion is sluggish, and electricity costs for consumers are rising. The environment minister wants to fundamentally alter the way green energy is subsidized, but will it mean putting the brakes on the entire project? Von Stefan Schultz

Germany Hits Brakes on Race to Renewable Energy Future - dapd

The World from Berlin Germany Hits Brakes on Race to Renewable Energy Future

The share of renewable energies in Germany's power mix has shot up so high that the electricity grid and the subsidy framework has been unable to keep up. Now, the government wants to slow down the process. German commentators say that the current chaos endangers the entire project.

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