Union Heizungsgesetz (Union Heating Law) is a proposed law in Germany that would require all new heating systems installed in residential buildings to be powered by renewable energy sources, such as solar or geothermal energy, by 2024. The law is intended to help Germany reach its climate goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030 and becoming climate-neutral by 2045. It is rapidly rising on Google Trends DE as people are searching for information about what the law would entail, how it would be implemented, and what the potential impact would be on homeowners and businesses.
The proposed law has been met with mixed reactions. Some people support it as a necessary step to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change. Others are concerned about the cost of installing new heating systems and the potential impact on the economy. The law is still under development and is expected to be debated in the German Bundestag in the coming months.
Here are some of the key details of the proposed law:
- All new heating systems installed in residential buildings must be powered by renewable energy sources by 2024.
- Existing heating systems must be replaced with renewable energy systems by 2045.
- There will be some exceptions to the law, such as for buildings that are not connected to the natural gas grid or for buildings that are considered to be historic landmarks.
- The government will provide financial assistance to homeowners and businesses to help them install new heating systems.
The proposed law is a significant step in Germany’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change. It is expected to have a major impact on the heating industry and on the way that people heat their homes and businesses.
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