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The German energy industry still considers the goal of climate neutrality in Europe by 2050 achievable. According to BDEW President Stefan Dohler, pragmatism and improved investment conditions are essential for the success of the energy transition.

Power generation company Steag is filing a lawsuit against the Federal Network Agency to secure more compensation for backup coal-fired plants. And CEO Andreas Reichel has a proposal for these facilities to be used more extensively.

Germany aims to have 15 million electric cars and 1 million public charging points by 2030. These are the goals set by the current government. However, there is a lack of necessary momentum in expanding the charging network.