Top German conservative hints at slower coal phase-out in nod to party right

[TomSea]

Top German conservative hints at slower coal phase-out in nod to party right
Reuters

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s phasing out of coal-fired power stations could be delayed beyond 2038 if the deadline creates problems for the security of electricity supply, a senior legislator in Chancellor Angela Merkel’s party said.

The phase-out, proposed last Saturday by a commission tasked with mapping out Germany’s transition to a more environmentally friendly low-carbon economy, drew criticism from some in industry who fear the impact of higher energy prices.

But in remarks that appeared aimed at the right of a party not always comfortable with Merkel’s centrist approach, Ralph Brinkhaus, chair of the conservative benches in parliament, said it was crucial not to be “dogmatic” in pursuing a goal that was widely accepted.

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[Smokin Joe]

Whatever they want to claim, the reality is that without coal fired generation, they won't have enough electricity to meet demand.  All the butterflies and unicorns farting rainbow skittles across the sky won't keep the lights on.

[ConstitutionRose]

When I read the original article my thought was the plan was going to be a monster failure, especially since their renewables have never been anywhere near as productive as expected.