IHK raises the alarm: Saxony's wind power destinations in danger!
IHK raises the alarm: Saxony's wind power destinations in danger!
Leipzig, Deutschland - On June 14, 2025, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) in Leipzig raised significant criticism of the Saxon state government. In a statement, the consecration policy of the minority government in Dresden is described as harmful to the economy of the Free State. In particular, the planned reduction in the target for wind power from 2 percent to 1.3 percent causes resentment. 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 Chamber of Commerce. [l-iz.de reports that] the chamber demands a stable and predictable framework for the expansion of renewable energies.
A lowering of the area goal is rated as a step backwards, especially since this goal was only preferred for planning economic reasons in 2024. The IHK makes it clear that constant changes in surface targets send false signals to projectors and energy -intensive companies. The expansion of renewable energies is seen as a central location advantage for Saxon companies, since they have to meet increasingly strict sustainability requirements and at the same time want to avoid electricity price tips.
demands for acceptance measures
In order to increase acceptance for wind power projects, the IHK emphasizes the need for more practical and constant acceptance measures. This also includes a financial participation of residents within a radius of 2.5 kilometers. However, the associated administrative effort is in no relation to the benefit, so that improvements are required here. The IHK also advocates the support of municipal investments and energy communities.
The Saxon economy faces the challenge of successfully asserting itself in 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 the country managers
Current problems with regard to network integration of existing solar systems and the experience with negative electricity prices in sunny lunch hours represent additional challenges. However, while the CDU allegedly wants to reduce bureaucracy, the area planning is increasingly being questioned. A majority support of the population in Saxony for the expansion of renewable energies, including wind power, is available.
The IHK and the various political voices, such as those of the Greens, agree that the expansion of renewable energies is essential to make the Saxon industry future -proof. The pressure on political leadership in Saxony is growing to develop a coherent and future -oriented concept for wind power.
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