New cap on rooftop solar power
New guard rails for roof photovoltaics The Federal Network Agency has redefined the framework conditions for the promotion of photovoltaic roof systems. In future, a uniform maximum value of 10…
More solar power for your own consumption
The electricity system is becoming more decentralized and stable The way we deal with photovoltaics is changing noticeably. More and more households are using their solar power directly in their…
Germany’s power supply is more secure than ever
Renewable energies as the backbone of the network Germany is sending a strong signal for security of supply: The Federal Network Agency is reporting an average power interruption of just…
Renewable energies: This federal state is leading the unprecedented expansion of wind power
Economics Minister Habeck can claim a success before his departure: wind turbines with an output of 14,000 megawatts were approved in 2024 – a record. Of all things, one federal…
Nuclear power: Germany imports more nuclear power than ever – “Dependency is questionable” – Video
According to the “Radiant Energy Report”, Germany is importing more nuclear power than ever before. WELT business editor Daniel Wetzel calls the dependence on foreign countries and the impact of…
Record figures: Germany imports more nuclear power than ever before – “Dependency is worrying” – Video
According to the “Radiant Energy Report”, Germany is importing more nuclear power than ever before. WELT business editor Daniel Wetzel calls the dependence on foreign countries and the impact of…
Car tires, balcony power plants, BAföG: That’s changing this month
At the turn of the month, new regulations and relief come into force. From stricter rules for car tires to simplifications at owner meetings and the installation of balcony power…
The number of balcony power plants has doubled since the beginning of the year
More than 700,000 “plug-in solar systems” are currently registered with the Federal Network Agency – that is a sharp increase in the past few months. These systems generate a maximum…
Lindner wants to stop subsidies for solar power: These would be the consequences for consumers
Finance Minister Lindner has spoken out in favor of ending solar subsidies “as quickly as possible.” Photovoltaics no longer need an EEG levy. WELT explains whether this step would inevitably…
Energy: Solar boom leads to “temporary bottlenecks” in power grids
The government’s solar expansion targets are being exceeded. But the boom has consequences for the electricity grids. Battery storage is not being used optimally because there are no incentives for…