In brief | 25 February '25
The Guardian: German election shows how far green wave has receded in Europe
Result is further evidence that political conversation around the climate crisis has shifted.
Reuters: German companies expect red tape cuts, lower taxes, DIHK says
German companies expect from the next government drastic cuts in bureaucracy, faster and more efficient approvals, noticeable relief in taxes and lower electricity costs, the DIHK Chamber of Commerce and Industry said.
Reuters: Key energy and output data to track as Germany charts economic revival – comment
High energy costs, weak consumer demand, stiff competition from China and a lack of supportive policy reform have all been blamed for the economic woes facing Germany in recent years, and remain major challenges for the incoming government.
Juniper Research: Global heat pump market 2025-2029 report
The number of homes fitted with heat pumps globally will exceed 238 million in 2029; growing 35 percent from 2025.
