Is Germany turning its back on climate action? | DW News
April 10, 2026
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Rising oil and gas prices in the wake of the war in Iran have made it even clearer: renewable energy sources are an essential tool for countries like Germany to achieve energy independence — and economic stability. But there are some warning signs that the German government may be missing the mark by rolling back its climate ambition. Its efforts to reduce emissions have slowed in 2025, and CO2 production has even increased for some sectors.
Experts warn that the government’s plans to close the emissions gap are not enough to reach the country’s ambitious climate targets. And the government’s messaging is sowing doubt on its commitment towards those same targets. Does this mean Germany is giving up on climate? Chapters: 00:00 What's up with Germany and climate 00:58 The slowing reduction of emissions 03:00: Germany's climate plans are not enough 04:45: The government's mixed messaging 06:54: It’s a mixed picture #climatechange #germany #energy #dwgermanpolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1
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