While the negotiations are expected to be extensive, there are indications that the meeting may result in the end of coal use in Germany. It is set to plan the country’s exit from coal power, as well as support funding and subsidies. The coal exit is required if Germany is to meet its 2030 international emissions targets. Representatives of the Germany energy industry have criticised the potential withdrawal, arguing it will lead to increases price for consumers. “An accelerated coal phase out after the nuclear energy exit is the second mammoth task for German energy policymakers within a few years.”

Source: The Local January 25, 2019 09:56 UTC