energy policy
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energy policy
All political measures, goals, and decisions that relate to the production, distribution, and use of energy in a country or region. It includes topics such as renewable energy, energy efficiency, and security of supply.
Die aktuelle Energiepolitik der Regierung fördert den Ausbau von Wind- und Solarenergie.
The government's current energy policy promotes the expansion of wind and solar energy.
'Energiepolitik' (energy policy) is a compound noun made up of 'Energie' (energy) and 'Politik' (policy/politics). The 's' in between is a linking s, which connects the two words.
Die Energiepolitik ist ein zentrales Thema im Wahlkampf.
Energy policy is a central topic in the election campaign.
The word part '-politik' is attached to many nouns to refer to the relevant policy area. Other examples are 'Umweltpolitik' (environmental policy), 'Wirtschaftspolitik' (economic policy), or 'Gesundheitspolitik' (health policy).
Die Familienpolitik der Regierung wurde oft diskutiert.
The government's family policy was often discussed.
Common adjectives are 'nachhaltige' (sustainable), 'nationale' (national), or 'erneuerbare' (renewable) with Energiepolitik. Typical verbs are 'gestalten' (to shape), 'diskutieren' (to discuss), or 'kritisieren' (to criticize).
Experten diskutieren über eine nachhaltige Energiepolitik für die Zukunft.
Experts are discussing a sustainable energy policy for the future.
environmental policy
Energiepolitik is primarily concerned with how energy is produced, distributed, and used, for example to ensure security of supply. Umweltpolitik, by contrast, focuses on protecting nature and using resources sustainably. With renewable energy, both terms are possible; what matters is the main political objective.
Die neue Energiepolitik soll die Stromversorgung durch mehr Wind- und Solarenergie sichern.
The new energy policy is intended to secure the electricity supply by expanding wind and solar power.
Die neue Umweltpolitik soll durch mehr Wind- und Solarenergie die Natur und Ressourcen schützen.
The new environmental policy is intended to protect nature and resources by expanding wind and solar power.
