Energieversorgung: So könnte die Stromsteuer trotz angespannter Haushaltslage sinken – für alle Verbraucher
Die vom Bundeskanzler angekündigte Entlastung droht angesichts klammer Kassen zu scheitern. Der Thinktank Epico sieht eine Möglichkeit, sie dennoch umzusetzen.
Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz has called for a reduction in the nationwide electricity tax, but concerns have been raised over its affordability for all households. Energy expert Bernd Weber of thinktank Epico suggests that the EU's European Investment Bank (EIB) could provide the necessary financing through mechanisms called "Frontloading."
This involves using future revenues from carbon trading for transport and building sectors to fund investments in building efficiency and electric mobility. Germany has not yet utilized these funds, but Epico's chairman believes Germany should take the lead in leveraging future revenues to support investments, reduce household energy costs, and increase acceptance of carbon pricing.
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