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Germany: Nuclear Energy Updates
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Germany: Nuclear Energy Updates

Over the past five years, Germany’s nuclear program has contracted toward closure, with the final reactors shut in 2023 and nuclear power effectively contributing zero to the current energy mix.In overview Over the past five years, Germany’s nuclear program has contracted toward closure, with the final reactors shut in 2023 and nuclear power effectively contributing...

Germany: What Recent Climate Polling Tells Us
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Germany: What Recent Climate Polling Tells Us

Germany has long been regarded as a climate-conscious nation, with strong public support for environmental protection and climate policy. However, recent polling research suggests that this long-standing engagement may be losing momentum.  The UBA’s Environmental Awareness Study, a biennial survey of over 2,500 adults in Germany, shows that although environmental and climate protection remain important...

Germany: 2025 Mid-Year Emissions Report Card
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Germany: 2025 Mid-Year Emissions Report Card

While there are clear signs of progress when examining the overall trends—particularly in emissions reductions and renewable energy deployment—the weather-related setbacks and the temporary resurgence of coal-fired power generation highlight ongoing vulnerabilities. As Germany progresses through 2025, its efforts to curb greenhouse gas emissions present a picture of cautious optimism mixed with emerging challenges. The...

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