Following the approval of the hydrogen core network by the Bundesnetzagentur, construction can begin. The core network is to connect up central hydrogen sites in all Länder.
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The 2024 Federal Report on Energy Research adopted by the Federal cabinet in mid-July gives a detailed overview of the state of funding for energy research in Germany. It also lays out the progress and developments that have been made.
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Green hydrogen is to enable energy-intensive sectors such as the steel and chemical industries to reach climate neutrality. But where exactly does the colourless gas come from?
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The 2024 edition of the IEA’s annual World Energy Outlook confirms that the energy transition is making great progress worldwide, but also faces major challenges on the path towards the 1.5 degree target.
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Germany wants to empower its citizens to live and do business in a climate-neutral way by 2045. In this video, experts explain how the ‘Hydrogen Mission’ under the 8th Energy Research Programme of the Federal Economic Affairs’ Ministry is helping us to achieve this goal.
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The energy ministers of the federal states and their commitment to the energy transition, spherical energy storage units on the seabed and falling carbon emissions thanks to heat pumps and electric cars.
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"Climate action means innovative strength, competitiveness, local value creation and security of supply. However, in order to mobilise the necessary private and public investment, we also need sustainable solutions for society as a whole."
Under the motto ‘Wegbereiter und zuverlässiger Begleiter bei der Transformation’ (Pioneer and Reliable Companion in the Transformation), the initiative will hold its 10th annual event on 13 December. The meeting will give network participants and interested parties the opportunity to share their experiences and good examples from the network’s work. Find out more
Funding under the Municipal Guideline of the National Climate Initiative will be provided in an easier and more targeted manner. The new rules will ensure even better support for municipal stakeholders in the implementation of climate projects. This strengthens climate action in the municipalities. Find out more
The seminar organised by ‘Dialog Energiewechsel’ (dialogue on energy change) on 26 November will showcase practical examples of how to achieve greater energy efficiency in the municipalities, including the establishment of energy management systems, the refurbishment of municipal buildings and the recovery of heat from wastewater. Participation is free of charge. Find out more
The members of the Hydrogen Research Network will meet to discuss pathways to a sustainable hydrogen economy on 26 and 27 November in Berlin. Participation in the regular network meetings is free of charge for experts from the hydrogen industry. Find out more
As part of the energy dialogues, a total of eight thematic webinar series have been launched so far. The most recent is the Heating & Cooling Dialogue, which presents quarterly research projects related to heat pump and refrigeration technology. Next webinar: 10 December 2024. Participation is free of charge. Find out more
At the end of October, Federal Economic Affairs Minister Dr Robert Habeck hosted the second European summit for bidirectional charging. Around 90 European decision-makers from business and government came together to discuss the next steps for the introduction of bidirectional charging from 2025. Find out more
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