German government to pass Renewable Energy Act reform
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German Federal Government, Katherina Reiche
Berlin, Germany
July 29, 2026
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The German government is set to approve reforms to the Renewable Energy Act (EEG) and the grid package. The reforms aim to make the energy transition more cost-efficient. Key measures include limiting flat-rate subsidies for solar plants and restricting grid connections in overloaded areas.
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