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Southern Germany to Receive Two Thirds of New Gas Power Plant Capacity, Economy Minister Says
- Germany plans to build 20 gigawatts of new gas-fired power plants mainly in the south as backup for renewable energy sources in 2025.
- The plan follows Germany's coal phase-out and comes as negotiations with the European Commission ensure auction rules comply with state aid regulations.
- During a CSU party convention, Katherina Reiche, the economy minister, revealed plans to offer a 'south bonus' aimed at promoting the development of approximately two thirds of the new gas-fired power plant capacity in southern Germany, where renewable energy production is lower.
- Reiche said the government is negotiating auctions' design and that the capacity doubles the previous government's plan at 20 gigawatts, compared to half that prior amount.
- The new government may reduce emissions using carbon capture instead of requiring hydrogen conversion for plants, reflecting a policy shift under Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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