Agreed Debate on the Committee of Inquiry into Nuclear Phase-Out
Berlin, January 2, 2025 – The Bundestag has agreed to establish a Committee of Inquiry to investigate the circumstances surrounding the nuclear phase-out in Germany. The motion was supported by a majority of the Bundestag members present, with the exception of the AfD.
The Committee of Inquiry will be tasked with investigating the following areas:
- The decision-making process leading up to the nuclear phase-out
- The impact of the phase-out on the energy supply and security of Germany
- The costs and benefits of the phase-out
- The role of political, economic, and environmental factors in the decision-making process
The Committee will have the authority to summon witnesses, request documents, and conduct hearings. It is expected to issue a report with its findings and recommendations by the end of 2026.
The establishment of a Committee of Inquiry is a significant step in the process of reviewing the nuclear phase-out in Germany. The Committee’s findings will provide valuable insights into the decision-making process and the consequences of the phase-out.
Background
The nuclear phase-out in Germany was decided in the aftermath of the Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan in 2011. The then-government of Angela Merkel announced its intention to phase out all nuclear power plants in Germany by 2022. The phase-out has been controversial, with opponents arguing that it will increase Germany’s reliance on fossil fuels and make the country less secure.
Reactions to the Decision
The decision to establish a Committee of Inquiry has been welcomed by some and criticized by others. Proponents of the Committee argue that it is necessary to shed light on the nuclear phase-out and to learn from the mistakes that were made. Opponents argue that the Committee is a waste of time and money and that it will not change the fact that the nuclear phase-out is underway.
It remains to be seen what the Committee of Inquiry will find and what recommendations it will make. However, the establishment of the Committee is a sign that the nuclear phase-out in Germany will continue to be a subject of debate for years to come.
Vereinbarte Debatte zum Untersuchungsausschuss Atomausstieg
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