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Germany Revises Heating Policy Amid Rising Fossil Fuel Prices

3/13/2026

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Germany plans to revise its home heating policy as fossil fuel prices rise due to global conflicts, allowing new gas and oil systems with climate-friendly fuels.
Economy Minister Katherina Reiche criticized the previous Heating Act, saying it divided society.
The SPD expressed concerns about rising costs for tenants.
Environmental groups, including Greenpeace, condemned the rollback, arguing it increases greenhouse gas emissions.

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Germany plans to revise its home heating policy as fossil fuel prices rise due to global conflicts, allowing new gas and oil systems with climate-friendly fuels.
Economy Minister Katherina Reiche criticized the previous Heating Act, saying it divided society.
The SPD expressed concerns about rising costs for tenants.
Environmental groups, including Greenpeace, condemned the rollback, arguing it increases greenhouse gas emissions.