The Energy Transition Industry in Germany

Major investments in the expansion of the transmission and distribution networks are planned as a result of renewable energy integration and the growing consolidation of Europe’s energy markets.

Energy efficiency from heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVA) in buildings is leading to the decarbonization of industrial processes, with “efficiency first” forming the new focus of Germany’s energy transition. 

Energy efficiency from heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVA) in buildings is leading to the decarbonization of industrial processes, with “efficiency first” forming the new focus of Germany’s energy transition. 

Germany has seen rapid growth in both home and grid-scale battery storage systems. 

Germany’s National Hydrogen Strategy aims to position the country as a global leader. Key goals include increasing green hydrogen production to at least 10 GW by 2030 and establishing a hydrogen grid with over 1,800 km of pipelines by 2028. 

Germany has significantly expanded its photovoltaic capacity, surpassing 92 GW in 2024. A key trend is the rise of balcony power stations, with over 267,000 units installed in 2023. These small, plug-in PV systems enable urban residents to generate their own electricity, contributing to the national grid and providing energy savings.

Germany has significantly expanded its wind energy capacity – reaching over 71 GW in 2024. Wind energy now accounts for more than a quarter of the country's electricity generation. This growth includes both onshore and offshore installations, with a notable increase in repowering older turbines in recent years.

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