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  • Mar 23, 2011
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March 23rd, 2011
German Ministry Calls for Large-scale Expansion of Energy Grid

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In the wake of Germany’s nuclear review, the Economics Ministry is calling for an accelerated expansion of the energy grid. One priority would be high-voltage cables that could overcome shortcomings in renewable energy. German Economics Minister Rainer Brüderle has called for a massive modernization of Germany’s energy grid to accommodate the planned development of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power. While Berlin has for some time said an expansion of the country’s electricity grid is needed, the issue has taken on new urgency in the wake of the nuclear crisis in Japan and new German concerns over the safety of nuclear power. Read More