Germany is targeting a 40% reduction in its emissions from 1990 levels by 2020, but it is expected to miss this target. Although it has pushed the increase of renewable generation and led Europe in new wind capacity in recent years, continued coal burning and the planned nuclear phase-out mean Germany is not on track to reduce emissions from power generation as planned.
In contrast to other major power markets in Europe, Germany has yet to set a date for closing its coal-fired power stations. Italy...
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