Photovoltaics

Federal Economy Minister Katherina Reiche faces growing criticism over plans to abolish the legal feed-in tariff for solar systems on house roofs. Yet not all industry representatives reject the move.

4. mai 2026 Rapportert av AI

On May 1, 2026, electricity prices on the German exchange dropped to minus 499 euros per megawatt hour. High photovoltaic production met low demand on a holiday. Economy Minister Katherina Reiche plans reforms to address this.