Germany is becoming expert at defeating itself

Germany's self-defeating behavior: bureaucratic hurdles for wind energy, reliance on coal, spending caps affecting infrastructure, and strategic blunders in energy and intelligence.

August 17, 2023 . 8:56 PM

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Germany's bureaucracy and strategic blunders are causing self-defeat.
Bureaucratic hurdles and road restrictions are hindering wind energy projects.
Germany's decision to mothball nuclear power plants has led to reliance on dirty coal plants.
Spending caps have resulted in overcrowded roads and poor internet penetration.
Germany's own goals extend to decisions on Nord Stream 2, Chinese electronics, and intelligence gathering.