Germany: CDU and SPD agree to drop 2020 climate target
Deal would represent something of a U-turn for Merkel
09 January, 09:59Due to strong economic growth and higher-than-expected immigration, Germany is likely to miss its national emissions target for 2020 without any additional measures. The deal would represent something of a U-turn for Merkel, who has long presented herself as an advocate of climate protection policies on the international stage. Negotiators also agreed to cut the tax on electricity in order to reduce energy costs. The agreement, worked out by energy experts from both sides, must still be approved by party leaders. (ANSA).