Climate and energy
Climate action is a top priority in Germany. The Federal Government aims to be a driving force in the energy transformation both at home and abroad, supporting the expansion of renewable energy sources.
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Overview
Stopping climate change
The next few years will decide whether or not the global community succeeds in bringing global warming to a halt. To this end, Germany has developed an ambitious climate protection plan and is also collaborating closely with other countries on the issue of climate protection.
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Facts and figures
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Withdrawal from nuclear by 2022
In 2000, the German government decided to withdraw from nuclear power.
65 % reduction in greenhouse gas emissions
By 2030, Germany aims to have cut greenhouse gas emissions by 65 % on the level of 1990.
1.7 million photovoltaic systems
In 2020, these plants generated a nameplate capacity of 49.5 gigawatts.
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30 % less primary energy consumption
By 2030, primary energy consumption in Germany is expected to have fallen by 30 % on 2008 levels.
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700,000 jobs in the energy economy
More than half of these jobs are in the field of renewable energies.