Energy supply: New gas power plants for Germany: Bundestag agrees
It is planned to tender a total of 11 gigawatts of new capacity, which should be on the grid by the end of 2031 at the latest
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July 2026, 17:43 in the next few years, a number of new gas power plants are to be built. (file photo) © Oliver Berg/ dpa The Bundestag has approved the Federal Government’s plan for the construction of new gas power plants. From 2031, electricity users will face additional costs for a new surcharge to finance billions in support for operators. This will be complemented by new capacities.
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July 2026, 17:43 in the next few years, a number of new gas power plants are to be built. (file photo) © Oliver Berg/ dpa The Bundestag has approved the Federal Government’s plan for the construction of new gas power plants.
according to DIE ZEITFrom 2031, electricity users will face additional costs for a new surcharge to finance billions in support for operators.
according to DIE ZEITThis will be complemented by new capacities.
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