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Germany's Gas Reserves Dip, Winter Supply Raises Concerns

2/9/2026

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Germany's gas reserves fell to just above 30% as of February 2026, raising concerns about supply during winter.
Officials from the Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy say the gas supply remains secure due to liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure and imports from Norway and the United States.
Experts, including Olaf Geyer of Arthur D. Little, say reserves are sufficient under normal conditions, but post-winter storage remains a concern.

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Germany's gas reserves fell to just above 30% as of February 2026, raising concerns about supply during winter.
Officials from the Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy say the gas supply remains secure due to liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure and imports from Norway and the United States.
Experts, including Olaf Geyer of Arthur D. Little, say reserves are sufficient under normal conditions, but post-winter storage remains a concern.