energy transition
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energy transition
The systematic transition from the use of fossil fuels and nuclear energy to a sustainable energy supply through renewable energies such as solar, wind, and hydropower.
Die Energiewende ist eine der größten Herausforderungen für Deutschland im 21. Jahrhundert.
The energy transition is one of the biggest challenges for Germany in the 21st century.
The word is composed of 'die Energie' (energy) and 'die Wende' (turn, shift, turnaround). So it literally describes a fundamental shift in energy policy.
Die Energiewende bedeutet den Umstieg auf erneuerbare Energien.
The energy transition means switching to renewable energies.
The word ending '-wende' is also used for other major processes of social transformation. Examples include 'die Verkehrswende' (transport transition) or 'die Agrarwende' (agricultural transition).
Neben der Energiewende wird auch eine Verkehrswende gefordert.
Alongside the energy transition, there are also calls for a transport transition.
In political and social discourse, 'die Energiewende' (the energy transition) is often combined with certain verbs. Typical phrases are 'die Energiewende umsetzen' (to implement the energy transition), 'vorantreiben' (to push forward), or 'gestalten' (to shape).
Die Regierung plant, die Energiewende schneller voranzutreiben.
The government plans to push the energy transition forward more quickly.
energy policy
'die Energiewende' (energy transition) and 'die Energiepolitik' (energy policy) both belong to the topic of energy and the state. 'die Energiewende' means the specific major shift toward renewable energies and away from fossil fuels or nuclear energy. 'die Energiepolitik' is broader: it includes all political goals, rules, and decisions related to energy. The words can be confused because the energy transition can be an important part of energy policy. Memory tip: 'die Energiewende' is a goal or process; 'Energiepolitik' is the political framework around it.
Für die Energiewende werden mehr Windräder und Solaranlagen gebaut.
More wind turbines and solar installations are being built for the energy transition.
Die Energiepolitik der Regierung soll Strom bezahlbar und sauber machen.
The government's energy policy is meant to make electricity affordable and clean.