13 new turbines: Saxony remains a latecomer in wind power
The Saxon wind farm is the oldest in Germany. The Free State contributes around 1.2 percent of new capacity to the construction of new turbines - one of the lowest figures ever.
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Report: Saxony CDU wants to ban solar installations in forests
Saxony's CDU wants to prevent forests from being cleared for solar power plants nationwide. According to media reports, a corresponding motion is planned for the CDU party conference.
Solar Valley: The next sunset
Solar expansion is booming, domestic production is dying: Following the closure of the last major solar producer, Germany is faced with the question of where the German solar industry is heading.
Eastern countries want to develop hydrogen network together
The eastern German states want to benefit from green hydrogen together. A study is to show how municipalities and industry can catch up.
High, higher, highest: candle arch lights up on wind turbine
If a light on Steffen Flämig's candle arch is broken, he has to go up to lofty heights. Because his candle arch shines high up on a wind turbine. It is switched on at the weekend.
Leag builds huge battery storage facility at Boxberg site
Leag is building a huge electricity storage facility in Boxberg, Saxony, together with a Chinese energy storage provider and Siemens Energy. The facility is intended to compensate for fluctuations in renewable energies.
New subsidies: Sharing and saving solar power
Anyone who uses solar systems with neighbors or in a club can now collect subsidies in Saxony. Up to 200,000 euros in support is possible. But only if at least two parties benefit.
Solar thermal system to be connected to the grid in Leipzig next year
Germany's largest solar thermal plant in Leipzig is almost complete. Pipes will soon be laid to connect it to the district heating system. What will the plant achieve from 2026?
Pipe system for district heating line from Leuna comes from Thuringia
Waste heat from Leuna is to supply around 100,000 Leipzig households with heat in future. The pipes for this will be manufactured in Sondershausen and delivered ready for installation.
Stock exchange trading in Meyer Burger shares ends in January
The Swiss stock exchange is ending trading in Meyer Burger shares. The last trading day for the securities of the insolvent solar manufacturer has been set.
First battery-powered train taken over for Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn wants to replace diesel operation with the new battery-powered train. Training and test runs between Leipzig and Chemnitz are scheduled first.
Chambers demand adherence to area target for wind power
The East German Minister Presidents are in favor of new rules for the expansion of wind power. The chambers of industry and commerce consider this to be the wrong signal.
81.6 million euros for cross-border district heating network
How Görlitz and Zgorzelec want to convert their district heating systems together - and why the new funding decision is crucial for the project, according to the mayor.
Meyer Burger: Around 600 employees in Germany laid off
The Swiss mechanical engineering company Meyer Burger had set out to revive solar production in Germany. But in the face of massive competition from China, the plan has failed.
Panter: Saxony must catch up in the expansion of wind energy
Saxony's wind power is still in its infancy - why local authorities are now making a profit and what this means for local acceptance.
No investor: Meyer Burger plants cease operations
Production comes to a standstill, hundreds lose their jobs. The lights are going out at solar cell manufacturer Meyer Burger. The last hope is ongoing talks with interested parties.
Energy balance: One third less coal-fired electricity in Saxony
Around a third less electricity was generated from lignite in Saxony in 2023. Wind and solar power generation in particular have increased. Consumption has also fallen - especially in industry.
More and more battery storage systems in operation in Saxony
Electricity storage systems are considered important for the energy transition. In Saxony, the number of systems is continuously increasing.
Insolvency administrator: Potential investors for Meyer Burger
Short-time working, standstill, filing for insolvency: how good are the chances of rescue for solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger? The insolvency administrator speaks of a good response in the search for investors.
Bleak prospects for the solar industry
Millions of solar installations, but hardly any German technology left: more and more insolvency applications are weighing on the long-troubled industry. According to experts, the solar boom is also slowing down in Germany.
Seven new wind turbines commissioned in Saxony
The expansion of wind power is progressing nationwide. However, Saxony's share is not particularly large.
Greens: No more sacrificing forests for solar plants
Forest areas are to be used for the expansion of wind power and photovoltaic systems - a classic conflict of interest. Because nature is also being destroyed in the process.
Increase in the number of balcony power plants in Saxony
The boom in balcony power plants is also continuing in Saxony. There are even more plants per 1,000 households here than the national average.
Solar manufacturer Meyer Burger applies for US creditor protection
The solar module manufacturer Meyer Burger continues to fight for its future. While preliminary insolvency proceedings are already underway in Germany, the company also wants to reposition itself in the USA.
Saxony-Anhalt significantly ahead of Saxony in wind power
Saxony-Anhalt is driving forward the expansion of wind power - Saxony, on the other hand, is slowing down. Hesitant politics and local resistance are hindering the energy transition there, warns an energy company.
Foundation stone laid for research campus in Lusatia
From 2027, new technologies for the circular economy are to be developed in Lusatia. The foundation stone has now been laid.
Residents to benefit financially from new wind farm
Rejection of wind turbines is not uncommon. In the district of Zwickau, citizens should be able to participate financially in a project. Can this ensure greater acceptance?
Altzella Monastery Park relies on electricity from the sun
Historic palaces, castles and gardens in Saxony are to move away from fossil fuels. The Altzella Monastery Park, whose origins date back to the Middle Ages, is making a start - with electricity from the sun.
Schwesig: Boosting the economy is the most important goal
At the start of the East German Economic Forum, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's Minister-President speaks forcefully. She is also confident with regard to the economy.
Industry criticizes hurdles to photovoltaic expansion
Many people in Saxony also want to use their own solar power. Many things are technically possible. But there are too many hurdles, criticize the solar industry and science.
Chemical industry in Saxony is weakening - calls for a new start
Saxony's chemical industry is clearly operating at full capacity. This not only puts jobs at risk - but also the future of entire locations.
Gas trader VNG sells subsidiary shares to fund manager
An international investor is investing in the Leipzig-based VNG subsidiary Balance in order to expand the biogas business. What plans is VNG pursuing with this?
Greens warn against slowing down the expansion of wind power
The Saxon Greens fear for the fruits of their government work over the past five years. This is because projects are now being called into question again - for example in the area of wind power.
400 million euros for electricity grid expansion in eastern Saxony
The loan enables the expansion and modernization of the electricity grid. New substations and high-voltage lines will secure the supply.
Gas trader VNG: Return to Russian gas hardly conceivable
The energy group VNG no longer wants to purchase gas from Russia, even in the long term. The company is distancing itself from political mind games and is focusing on secure sources.
Gas trader VNG achieves strong result despite uncertainties
VNG ends 2024 with a solid result despite the difficult situation and continues to focus on green gases. But what the future of energy supply will look like depends on more than just the company.
Share of renewables in the east at almost 75 percent
Almost three quarters of electricity consumption in the east comes from renewables. Solar expansion in particular is continuing to increase. This poses challenges for grid operators.
Grid operator registers strong increase in renewables
Grid operators are also noticing the increase in renewable energies. In the grid of one of the largest operators in eastern Germany, it is not only the number of production plants that is growing.
Porsche relies on combustion engines - consequences for Saxony unclear
Like other German car manufacturers, Porsche is struggling with difficulties. The management now wants to focus on combustion engines again, among other things. What does this mean for Saxony as an automotive location?
Fewer grid interventions due to oversupply of electricity
If significantly more electricity is fed into the grid than is needed, grid operators have to intervene. This is particularly the case on sunny and windy days.
Saxony's companies spend more money on environmental protection
Companies in Bavaria invested more money in environmental protection in 2022. What priorities did they set - and which sector paid the most?
AfD in Saxony does not want to touch existing wind turbines
Saxony's AfD does not want to take up the fight against wind turbines. Statements to the contrary by its federal spokesperson Alice Weidel are attributed to the election campaign.
Only five new wind turbines - but more permits
The expansion of wind energy in Saxony continues to falter, despite progress in obtaining permits. Experts are calling for more speed in expansion.
Mibrag puts solar park south of Leipzig into operation
The lignite producer Mibrag is investing in renewable energies. The company is operating another solar park near Leipzig. This also involves green hydrogen.
One of the largest hydrogen projects is being built in Piesteritz
Projects for the production of green hydrogen are currently being developed at numerous locations in Germany. The aim is to supply energy-intensive industry in the future.
Saxony supports intelligent energy systems
Almost 52 million euros will be available for smart energy systems, grids and storage systems by the end of 2027. They are intended to contribute to a stable power supply.
Meyer Burger loses important customer - sales collapse
The next setback for Meyer Burger - a major customer is pulling out. What this means for the ailing solar manufacturer is still unclear. Probably nothing good.
Solarwatt focuses on complete energy solutions
Solarwatt wants to develop from an industrial company into a "solution provider". The new strategy is accompanied by extensive job cuts.
Meyer Burger expects increasing production volume of solar modules in the second half of the year
What will happen at Meyer Burger after the announced job cuts? The company has presented its business figures for the first half of the year and is consulting an advisor for the restructuring process.
Knauf Insulation plans investment in climate-friendly production in Saxony
The first climate protection contracts were issued by Federal Environment Minister Habeck just over a week ago. Around 2.8 billion euros will go to 15 German companies - including Saxony.
Hydrogen core network in Saxony: planning approved
The hydrogen core network for Germany is taking shape, with the first connections in Saxony. The network should be complete by 2032 - but not all regions will benefit immediately.
Noise measurements at Witznitz solar park: No exceedances of the guideline values detected
A constant hum from the Witznitz solar park has triggered over 70 complaints from local residents. The first results of the local noise measurement are now available.
East German politicians furious over failed migration talks
Childcare, energy transition, migration - local authorities have to deal with many tasks at the same time. East German city leaders are calling for more support - and criticizing the federal government.
Habeck expects lower electricity prices in the east
In order to transmit electricity from wind and solar power, the electricity grids need to be renewed and expanded. Up to now, it has mainly been the local people who have paid for this. But that is set to change.
Noise from the Witznitz solar park is measured
The Witznitz energy park is supposed to supply large quantities of clean electricity. However, local residents are now protesting: The park is buzzing.
Potential for geothermal energy production discovered in southwest Saxony
In the Vogtland district, initial indications point to usable geothermal energy. For the region, this discovery could be a decisive step towards a less climate-damaging energy future.
Günther sees energy transition in Saxony on the right track
In the view of the responsible minister, the energy transition is very positive - even if not all the successes are visible at the moment. This is because many projects are still at the planning stage.
Ontras invests in hydrogen core network in Central Germany
The transmission system operator Ontras is involved in the future hydrogen core network in Central Germany with an investment volume in the mid three-digit million range.
Only one new wind turbine in Saxony so far in 2024 - five dismantled
The expansion of wind energy is virtually at a standstill in Saxony. Only one new wind turbine has gone into operation in the past six months.
Dulig wants investment company for energy conversion
The energy transition is causing difficulties for municipal companies such as public utilities in particular, as they lack investors. Economics Minister Dulig has a proposal for this problem.
Highest wind turbine in Central Saxony put into operation
The highest wind turbine in Central Saxony with a height of 246.6 meters and an output of 5560 kilowatts is in operation. It supplies more than 4600 households with renewable energy.