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Energiewende (Transition to renewable power sources)

Germany's ambitions to completely restructure its energy sector have been talked about so much that the very word which stands for the current policy change - "Energiewende" - has even made it into the English language.

Germany is in the process of completely transforming its energy sector at a pace unmatched by most major industrialized nations. Nuclear power is being phased out as renewables are gradually taking over. DW's latest content on the topic can be found below.

Solarzellen Solarmodule

Living Planet: Transitioning to 100% renewables in California 14.02.2019

States like California have taken a decidedly different approach to climate change following President Donald Trump's decision to pull the U.S. out of the Paris Agreement. How difficult will it be for the state to transition to an entirely clean energy grid? And why are environmentalists arguing about wind power?
Deutschland Nord Stream 2 vor der Insel Rügen | Verlegeschiff Audacia

Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline to open by November 29.01.2019

Russian gas will be piped direct to Germany from November despite the project's detractors, a project engineer has asserted. Critics have said Europe will be left vulnerable and climate goals will be undermined.
Altmaier und Kretschmer besuchen Braunkohlekraftwerk Boxberg

Berlin: 'Affordable' energy prices despite coal exit 28.01.2019

Consumers will be "protected" from Germany's switch from coal-fired power to renewables, says Economy Minister Peter Altmaier. Utility RWE says the full exit by 2038 to meet climate goals leaves it facing a "major feat."
Lausitz - Kohlekraftwerk Schwarze Pumpe

How a coal-fired plant makes Germany's energy transition easier 25.01.2019

A coal-fired power plant in Eastern Germany is making its very own contribution to the country's energy transition toward more renewables. Its BigBattery project will help balance fluctuations in electricity generation.
Deutschland erneubare Energien Ökostrom Symbolbild

Germany: Renewables overtake coal as main power source 03.01.2019

Germans broke new ground in 2018 by receiving more electricity from "green" energy sources than from coal power plants, a new study said. But experts warn that Berlin could still miss its energy goals for 2030.
Deutschland Klimaziele der EU- Schriftzug «CO2» brennt

Can Europe go carbon neutral by 2050? 13.12.2018

The EU wants to become carbon neutral by 2050. That means abandoning coal, oil and gas completely. But is it possible? Experts say it is, energy won't become more expensive and it will even create more jobs.
Deutscher Zukunftspreis 2018 | Team 2 | Schutz bei fehlendem Immunsystem

Herpes agent wins 2018 German Future Prize 29.11.2018

Germany's president has presented this year's Future Prize to the inventors of a new medicine against a herpes virus. Other teams nominated came from the fields of mechanical engineering and chemistry.
Polen Kohlebergwerk in Kattowitz

Can Poland end its toxic relationship with coal? 23.11.2018

Poland, host of the upcoming COP24 climate conference, has long had a love affair with coal. Can it say goodbye and commit to renewables?

Philippinen Finanzierung für grüne Energieprojekte

Filipinos want to boost green energy — but where will they get the cash? 20.11.2018

In the Philippines, polluting coal is still the number one source of energy. Renewable energy can't compete because it's difficult to secure financing. But that is changing.
DW Global Ideas | Energy from the Heavens

Philippines: Energy from the Heavens 19.11.2018

If we want to stop climate change, we have to cut carbon emissions. That much is clear. Yet the Philippines still rely heavily on coal power plants. And the government plans on building many more. Environmentalists are trying stop that - and the Catholic church has joined the fight.
Ismael Abisai

Quote of the week 16.11.2018

'Everybody would imagine, including myself, that solar panels can only be made in Europe or China, not in Africa. But we have demonstrated that we are able to do it here with local expertise.' Ismael Abisai, Solinc Ltd.
Symbolbild EU-Erweiterung

Inside Europe 08.11.2018 09.11.2018

What the US midterm election results mean for Europe – Growing support for Spain's right-wing Vox party - 100 years since the end of World War I - Germany commemorates the 80th anniversary of Kristallnacht - What to do about state corruption in Hungary? - Are renewables and reforestation enough to stop global warming – How to be a polyglot - We visit Europe's oldest distillery.

Chile Lithium Abbau Salar de Atacama

Living Planet: The problem with lithium mining 08.11.2018

As we gradually make the switch to renewables and electric vehicles, the global demand for lithium — to make the batteries — is expected to double over the next decade. But it's easy to forget the devastating impacts caused by lithium extraction. Sophia Boddenberg reports from Chile to find out more about the challenge of balancing a booming lithium industry with environmental protection. 
USA Phil Murphy Gouverneur von New Jersey

'German firms welcome,' says New Jersey governor 19.10.2018

While on a trade mission to the European Union, New Jersey's Democratic governor, Phil Murphy, has called for German industry to deepen ties with his state, especially in the energy sector.
Planet Erde

Living Planet: Our changing climate 18.10.2018

When it comes to a world limit for global warming, 1.5 is the new 2 degrees. If temperatures continue to rise, we may lose our coral, food, alpine snow and beer, among many other things. We zoom in on these issues and ask how we can prevent huge lifestyle changes — and find out how technology can help us.
Norwegen Sleipner Gasplattform

Living Planet: Capturing carbon in Norway 18.10.2018

The recent IPCC report stated that renewables and reforestation will not be enough to limit global temperature increases. According to the scientists, carbon capture technology must also play an important part. Lars Bevanger visited a carbon capture plant in Norway to learn more.
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