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Germany’s Delay in Making Demand Flexible Increases Need for New Power Plants – Energy Agency
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The Federal Network Agency considers it necessary to build up electricity capacities of up to 20 gigawatts in addition to the expansion of renewable energies. Minister Reiche fears possible supply gaps in the future. She therefore wants to push forward her conventional power plant strategy "with high pressure".
The Federal Network Agency sees the security of supply in Germany at risk if no significant improvement is made by 2035. The authority now says how many gas power plants and batteries are needed exactly.
The security of supply report of the Federal Network Agency shows the need for additional capacity to ensure electricity supply in Germany. Renewable energies and flexible demand are crucial.
According to the Federal Network Agency, the electricity supply is heading towards a gap. Germany must invest more and finally also tender the gas power plants.
The Federal Network Agency has published its report on security of supply in the field of electricity.
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