Germany is in the energy crisis - and according to Economics Minister Habeck, if the worst comes to the worst, it could operate its nuclear power plants beyond the end of the year. Another stress test is now crucial, says the Green Party, and refers, among other things, to the switched off nuclear power plants in France.
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck leaves the continued operation of nuclear power plants beyond the end of the year open. In "RTL Aktuell" Habeck spoke of the fact that the renewed stress test of the reactor could result in a "special scenario". "The relevant question that needs to be asked is whether the electricity grid stability needs to be secured through further measures this year." In order to ensure sufficient reverse voltage in the grid, a certain power plant capacity is required. "And now we're looking at whether this year is so extreme that a new scenario should be opened for it." Habeck named the many nuclear power plants currently switched off in France as examples.
On the other hand, the possibilities for saving gas from nuclear power plants are "very, very small," according to Habeck. One can assume about 0.5 to 0.7 percent. The EU has just decided to save 15 percent. "Well, that's a whole other dimension." The potential savings are disproportionate to the risks and the social debate that nuclear power will trigger.
When asked if he assumed that Russia might stop supplying gas in the next few months, Habeck said: "I think that's the right attitude, yes. In any case, it won't be." Russia will continue to reduce the amount of gas in order to keep increasing the pressure. "My inner attitude is: We've looked at what Putin is doing long enough now." But Germany is not defenseless. "It's going to be tough, but we can also stand together and show Putin what a rake is."
