Will Germany have enough gas this winter?

As of mid-September 2026, Germany has stored approximately 141 terawatt-hours of gas, which constitutes around 57% of its total storage capacity. The Federal Network Agency, which oversees the country's electricity and gas networks, reports that just under 134 terawatt-hours of gas were removed from storage during last winter. While the figures may initially appear reassuring, particularly considering the cold winter that year, current storage levels are lower than in previous years.

Opposition parties have criticized the economic minister, alleging negligence, while experts express differing opinions on potential gas shortages. Most experts interviewed are not concerned about the winter gas supply, pointing to signed contracts for medium-term gas needs. However, one expert notes that filling storage facilities to 77% would require unprecedented levels.

The Federal Network Agency maintains that Germany's gas supply is stable and the risk of supply crunch is low. The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy also shares this assessment, emphasizing continuous monitoring of developments.

Factors such as imports, supply sources, and infrastructure improvements contribute to the assessment. While there are no immediate supply issues, prices are expected to rise as winter approaches, potentially due to cold weather or import disruptions. Gas prices have already increased significantly in the second quarter, reaching over €80 per megawatt-hour. Experts call for effective economic incentives to maintain sufficient storage levels in the long term.