‘Politicians’ greed’: Germany plans to siphon off offshore wind lease fees for general budget

Offshore wind industry chastises draft that proposes to use so-called 'transformation component' of auctions for general budget without direct link to energy transition

German economics and energy minister Katharina Reiche
German economics and energy minister Katharina ReichePhoto: SIERAKOWSKI FREDERIC / EU
Published 24 June 2025, 12:50Updated 24 June 2025, 12:50
EuropeGermanyFriedrich MerzOffshore windBWO