Germany's Wind Power Rising Costs

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Experts reveal why Germany's wind power could lead to rising bills

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Germany has been one of Europe 's biggest adopters of wind power, doubling capacity.

But chronic bottlenecks in the grid are preventing power from getting to those who need it.

Almost three-quarters of the nation's wind power projects are located out at sea in the North .

Its most power-intensive industries are clustered in the South - meaning electricity must travel the entire length of the country.

In 2024 alone, the UK has already spent an 'absurd' 1bn to temporarily switch off wind farms.

The amount of energy 'curtailed' hit 6.6 terawatt hours in the first 11 months of the year .

This shortfall has been linked to a lack of coordination between the four national network operators, alongside local opposition to building new pylons.

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