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Germany's Energiewende: A Global Model for Renewable Energy Transition

Germany's Energiewende is a global leader in renewable energy. With nearly 60% of its electricity from renewables, it's a model for other countries to follow. Join the conversation on the Energiewende blog.

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Germany's Energiewende: A Global Model for Renewable Energy Transition

The German Energy Transition, or Energiewende, is a global reference case for shifting to renewable energy. The blog Energiewende explains this complex process to an international audience, welcoming contributions and comments from readers. Currently, nearly 60% of Germany's electricity comes from renewable sources, but the system faces challenges, prompting a strategic realignment.

The Energiewende aims to phase out nuclear and fossil fuels, replacing them with renewable energy sources. Key players include the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWK), regional utilities, industry associations, and companies active in wind energy repowering and decentralized solutions. Federal states like Brandenburg, Schleswig-Holstein, and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern are at the forefront of implementation.

The blog provides regular updates on the Energiewende and encourages discussion on key questions. It serves as a platform for international readers to understand Germany's approach to renewable energy and learn from its experiences.

The Energiewende blog welcomes contributions and comments from readers to discuss the German Energy Transition. With nearly 60% of electricity from renewable sources, Germany's approach serves as a reference case for other countries. Regular updates are available, and readers can contact [email protected] to engage in the conversation.

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