heizungsgesetz

Volker Wissing and Anja Kohl Discuss New Law

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Germany’s ambitious transition toward climate-neutral heating has once again descended into political and professional turmoil. The shift from the heavily contested “Heizungsgesetz” (Heating Law) to the newly proposed “Gebäudemodernisierungsgesetz” (Building Modernization Act) was intended to soothe a frustrated public and streamline the path to decarbonization. However, the new framework is already facing scathing critiques from … Read more

Heating Law Debate: Kipping Criticizes Building Modernization Act as “Social Time Bomb”

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Berlin – A recent agreement between Germany’s governing coalition – the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) – on the Building Modernization Act has sparked criticism from social welfare organizations, who argue the legislation prioritizes the interests of the gas industry over the financial well-being of citizens and climate goals. The … Read more