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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.

Pakistan floods: UN urges help as disease spreads

Pakistan floods: UN urges help as disease spreads 21.09.2022

The UN children's agency UNICEF renewed its appeal for $39 million to help the most vulnerable flood victims as the country's Prime Minister called for food and medicine.
Balkan states slowly begin to tap their vast renewable energy sources in the hope of abundant clean heat and power

Balkan states slowly begin to tap their vast renewable energy sources in the hope of abundant clean heat and power 20.09.2022

Excess bureaucracy, corruption, outmoded energy grids and underdeveloped markets are stopping Balkan countries from exploiting the tremendous renewable energy potential at their fingertips.
Ukrainians prepare for another potential nuclear disaster near Chernobyl

Ukrainians prepare for another potential nuclear disaster near Chernobyl 17.09.2022

Armed only with small bottles of iodine, people around the former power plant are living in renewed fear of radiation poisoning since Russia's invasion. DW's Fanny Facsar reports in Chernobyl.
Energy crisis: Can large-scale heat pumps replace fossil fuels for heating?

Energy crisis: Can large-scale heat pumps replace fossil fuels for heating? 16.09.2022

Oil, coal and gas still provide most energy for heating in Germany. Large-scale heat pumps offer a cost-effective, climate-neutral alternative that use waste and environmental heat.
Russia calls for review of Ukrainian grain export deal

Russia calls for review of Ukrainian grain export deal 16.09.2022

The deal brokered by Turkey and the UN is due to expire in November, if it's not renewed. Putin is calling for the agreement to be revisited, saying it isn't fair for Russia, or poorer countries that depend on grain shipments from Ukraine.
Shell: Oil giant picks renewables boss Sawan as new CEO

Shell: Oil giant picks renewables boss Sawan as new CEO 15.09.2022

Wael Sawan, a Canadian national, is to replace Ben van Beurden at the helm of the British energy company.
Egypt: Renewed crackdown threatens work of last independent news site

Egypt: Renewed crackdown threatens work of last independent news site 14.09.2022

Egyptian authorities have Mada Masr in their sights once again after critical reporting. But the editor of the country's last independent news source told DW that they will continue their work.
UK coins and banknotes face slow queen-to-king renewal

UK coins and banknotes face slow queen-to-king renewal 14.09.2022

During Elizabeth's reign, her profile faced to the right, while Charles's will face to the left. Seemingly a small matter, but changing queen to king on banknotes, coins, stamps and post boxes comes at a cost.
Situation tense at Armenia-Azerbaijan border

Situation tense at Armenia-Azerbaijan border 13.09.2022

Armenia has accused Azerbaijan of trying to advance into its territory, after deadly fighting between the countries broke out overnight. DW takes a look at the context of these renewed hostilities.
The truth about Albania's nonexistent wind power industry

The truth about Albania's nonexistent wind power industry 12.09.2022

Despite an abundance of wind, Albania is still in the starting blocks when it comes to wind power generation. There are a number of obstacles to overcome, but things are at last looking up.
The renewable-energy paradise running on diesel

The renewable-energy paradise running on diesel 09.09.2022

The Spanish holiday island of La Palma relies primarily on dirty energy, generated by a diesel power plant. The island has plenty of sun and wind. Energy operators are beginning to rethink slowly.
Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia plant situation 'unstable,' IAEA warns

Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia plant situation 'unstable,' IAEA warns 09.09.2022

Shelling has forced the shutdown of Zaporizhzhia's offsite power lines, which leave the site reliant on diesel generators for core operations such as cooling. The IAEA renewed its call for a demilitarized zone.
A nuclear power comeback in Germany?

A nuclear power comeback in Germany? 08.09.2022

The much-discussed decision is here: Germany will keep two of its three remaining nuclear power plants - at least for now. Some want them longer. Either way, the move marks a policy change long considered unthinkable.
Opinion: Germany — No exit from the nuclear energy exit

Opinion: Germany — No exit from the nuclear energy exit 06.09.2022

German Economy Minister Robert Habeck wants to keep two of the three German nuclear power plants on standby for an extra three months as an emergency reserve. That is the right decision, says Jens Thurau.
Serbia: Enthusiasm for rooftop solar power dampened by costs and red tape

Serbia: Enthusiasm for rooftop solar power dampened by costs and red tape 06.09.2022

Interest in private solar panels in Serbia is high, and experts say that the country's potential is considerable. The government is keen for private households to install solar panels. So why is the uptake stalling?
A global nuclear phaseout, or renaissance?

A global nuclear phaseout, or renaissance? 06.09.2022

With Germany and Belgium delaying their nuclear phaseout due to the war in Ukraine, is atomic energy getting a second life? Countries are still building new reactors, but some struggle to make nuclear pay.

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