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Germany softens renewables law reform, but industry still warns of investment risks

Published 17:32 on July 20, 2026 / Last updated at 17:32 on July 20, 2026 / / EMEA (Europe), Net Zero Transition (Power/Electrification)

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Germany's government has unveiled a softened version of controversial reforms to its renewable energy support scheme, but utilities, renewable energy groups, and even members of the ruling coalition say the plans still risk undermining investment in wind and solar capacity.
Germany's government has unveiled a softened version of controversial reforms to its renewable energy support scheme, but utilities, renewable energy groups, and even members of the ruling coalition say the plans still risk undermining investment in wind and solar capacity.


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