1. The Energy Crisis
Germany’s energy woes stem from a combination of geopolitical tensions, policy decisions, and its ambitious green energy transition.
For decades, Germany relied heavily on Russian natural gas, a relationship disrupted by the Ukraine conflict and resulting… pic.twitter.com/313gHtP4D1
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The "Energiewende" (energy transition) aimed to make Germany a global leader in renewable energy.
However, high costs, infrastructure challenges, and inconsistent output from renewable sources have left the energy grid vulnerable. pic.twitter.com/BMquKS3Yr6
— Logan Weaver (@LogWeaver) December 31, 2024
An aging population means a higher dependency ratio, placing strain on social welfare systems as fewer workers support a growing retired population.
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Germany also lags in adopting digital technologies, with insufficient investment in AI, software, and other future-oriented sectors.
A large portion of Germany’s GDP relies on exports, particularly to China.
As geopolitical tensions rise and global supply chains shift, this… pic.twitter.com/9RTEQSMQ0K
— Logan Weaver (@LogWeaver) December 31, 2024
Despite these challenges, Germany can still recover:
1. Doubling down on digital transformation, AI, and green technologies could reignite growth.
2. Accelerating renewable energy development and diversifying energy imports are crucial steps toward energy security. pic.twitter.com/skOSdFbqj2
— Logan Weaver (@LogWeaver) December 31, 2024
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