Saxony Industry Chambers Slam Wind Power Expansion Plan
The three chambers of industry and commerce in Saxony have voiced their disapproval of a proposal by eastern state ministers to scrap the two-percent area target for wind power expansion. They argue that the proposed replacement of area targets with quantity targets for renewable energies is insufficient.
Prof. Dr. Martin Maslaton, chairman of the three Saxony IHKs, led the criticism against the initiative by the East German prime ministers. Initially, only 1.3 percent of the state's area was to be designated for wind energy by 2027, with the target increasing to two percent by 2032. However, the Saxon state parliament had already decided to postpone the area target for wind power.
The chambers warn that without sufficient areas for renewable energy generation, Saxony could lose its attractiveness and competitiveness. High costs for gas and coal power, CO2 pricing, and increasing sustainability requirements in financing are cited as reasons. Additionally, photovoltaic plants are already reaching their limits, often feeding too much electricity into the grid at midday. The chambers also criticize the constant back and forth in legal framework conditions, which they argue creates uncertainty for companies and hinders investments, endangering competitiveness.
The chambers emphasize the importance of wind power and storage for a stable energy supply. They urge for a clear and consistent legal framework to support renewable energy expansion, arguing that this is crucial for Saxony's economic future.
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