Network expansion becomes a bottleneck
Europe’s energy transition is stalling: around 120 gigawatts of solar and wind projects are at risk due to a lack of grid capacity. The expansion of infrastructure is not keeping…
Cyber incident assessment methodology strengthens security in the energy system
Federal Network Agency reacts to increasing cyber risks Cybersecurity in the energy system is becoming increasingly important due to digitalization and networking. At the same time, the vulnerability to attacks…
Losses due to incorrect cleaning of solar systems
Study by Fraunhofer CSP shows risks to yield and service life caused by unsuitable cleaning agents Cleaning photovoltaic systems is considered a standard measure to secure energy yield. However, a…
New market rules are fundamentally changing solar strategy
The federal government is pushing system integration more strongly The draft EEG 2026 marks a clear readjustment of the energy transition. Although the federal government is sticking to the rapid…
Germany needs up to 53 GW of flexible gas power plants
Significantly more flexible power plants than previously planned The restructuring of the energy system presents Germany with new challenges. A study sees a need for around 53 gigawatts of hydrogen-capable…
New platform simulates cyber attacks
Energy suppliers are preparing for increasing risk A new platform simulates cyber attacks on critical infrastructure. Such threats are increasing worldwide. Energy suppliers in particular are in focus because they…
New gas power plants could deliver significantly more expensive electricity
Cost analysis of the energy transition The possible construction of new gas power plants has been causing an intensive energy policy debate in Germany for some time. In the future,…
Energy law reform
Criticism of the federal government’s new network rules The federal government’s reform plans to reorganize network regulation are causing ongoing discussions in politics and the energy industry. The aim of…
Distribution network operators expect strong growth
Almost quadrupled photovoltaic output and strong growth in battery storage The German distribution network operators are preparing for a comprehensive expansion of photovoltaics and a significant increase in battery storage…
Importance of dynamic network fees for the control of electricity networks
Grid control is becoming the central task of the energy transition As the energy transition progresses, the importance of dynamic network fees and thus the requirements for the electricity system…