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Germany: Renewable Energy Law Reform Alarms Solar Industry
Germany's Ministry of Economy made public on July 17, 2026, a draft revision of the EEG—the Renewable Energy Act—and the Netzpaket (Network Package). Small solar installations of less than 25 kW connected from 2027 onward would receive guaranteed compensation for only 36 months before being forced to sell directly on energy markets. The solar sector fears a collapse in investments and a threat to tens of thousands of jobs. The reform maintains the legal target of 80% renewable energy by 2030.