'They're necessary': Germany's likely next chancellor changes his tune on wind turbines

Front runner Friedrich Merz rows back from previously strident position on renewable technology after criticism from business leaders

CDU leader and candidate for German chancellor, Friedrich Merz
CDU leader and candidate for German chancellor, Friedrich MerzPhoto: Tobias Koch /CDU
Published 10 February 2025, 09:24Updated 10 February 2025, 12:40
EuropeGermanyFriedrich MerzOlaf ScholzOnshore wind