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IHK sounds the alarm: Saxony's wind power goals are in danger!
Economic criticism of Saxony's wind power policy: IHK Leipzig calls for stable framework conditions for renewable energies.
IHK sounds the alarm: Saxony's wind power goals are in danger!
On June 14, 2025, the Leipzig Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) clearly criticized the Saxon state government. In a statement, the fickle policies of the minority government in Dresden are described as damaging to the Free State's economy. In particular, the planned reduction in the area target for wind power from 2 percent to 1.3 percent is causing dissatisfaction. The draft law, which was drawn up by the CDU and SPD, could have serious negative consequences for planning security, energy prices and industry, according to the IHK. [l-iz.de reports that] the chamber is calling for a stable and plannable framework for the expansion of renewable energies.
A reduction in the area target is seen as a step backwards, especially since this target was only brought forward to 2024 for economic planning reasons. The IHK makes it clear that constant changes in area targets send the wrong signals to project developers and energy-intensive companies. The expansion of renewable energies is seen as a central location advantage for Saxon companies, as they have to meet increasingly strict sustainability requirements and at the same time want to avoid electricity price peaks.
Demands for acceptance measures
In order to increase acceptance of wind power projects, the IHK emphasizes the need for practical and consistent acceptance measures. This also includes financial participation from residents within a 2.5 kilometer radius. However, the associated administrative effort is disproportionate to the benefits, so improvements are called for here. The IHK also advocates supporting municipal participation and energy communities.
The Saxon economy is faced with the challenge of successfully asserting itself in the face of structural change. Planning security is essential to ensure security of supply, affordable energy prices and economic growth in the Free State.
Criticism of the policies of those responsible for the country
Current problems with the grid integration of existing solar systems and the experience with negative electricity prices in sunny midday hours represent additional challenges. While the CDU supposedly wants to reduce bureaucracy, area planning is increasingly being questioned. On the other hand, there is majority support among the population in Saxony for the expansion of renewable energies, including wind power.
The IHK and the various political voices, such as the Greens, agree that the expansion of renewable energies is essential to make Saxon industry future-proof. The pressure on the political leadership in Saxony is growing to develop a coherent and future-oriented concept for wind power.