Household Support for Germany's Energy Transition Plummets by 15%

In Germany, a significant decline in household willingness to invest in the energy transition has been observed, dropping by 15% since 2018. Currently, only 59% of households express a commitment to support climate protection efforts. This trend is particularly concerning among low-income households, who bear the brunt of rising costs associated with phasing out fossil fuels.

Although there is a reduction in network fees due to substantial government subsidies, the anticipated decrease in electricity prices for consumers remains minimal. Wealthier households tend to adopt energy-efficient technologies at a much higher rate than their less affluent counterparts, further exacerbating the divide in participation in the energy transition.