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德国自废武功!爆破核电站后电价暴涨6倍,巴斯夫连夜逃往中国

Core Insights - Germany is symbolically bidding farewell to nuclear energy by demolishing a nuclear power plant, amidst rising electricity prices and industrial relocation, raising questions about the ecological progress versus economic risks [1][4] Energy Transition and Policy - Following the Fukushima disaster in 2011, Germany's Green Party rapidly implemented the "nuclear and coal phase-out" plan, resulting in the shutdown of 17 nuclear plants and about 60% of coal plants over the past decade, relying on remaining fossil fuels and unstable renewable energy [4][6] - The energy transition has led to Germany becoming a net electricity importer in 2023, relying on French nuclear and Norwegian hydroelectric power to meet demand [6] Economic Impact - Industrial electricity prices surged from 0.8 RMB per kWh to 1.9 RMB, with residential electricity costs exceeding six times that of China [6] - Capital outflow has accelerated, with the German central bank reporting a net capital outflow three times larger than in the past five years, as major companies like BASF and Volkswagen shift production to the US and China [6] Environmental Concerns and Activism - Environmentalists advocate for aggressive measures against energy production impacts, leading to conflicts with industrial interests, highlighting the disconnect between idealistic environmental goals and economic realities [5][7] International Dynamics - The energy crisis in Germany reflects a complex international landscape, where the initial environmental concepts from the West aimed to curb industrialization in developing countries, while China has turned challenges into opportunities through technological innovation [9][10] - The US benefits from high-priced LNG orders, while France capitalizes on its stable nuclear power supply, positioning itself as a key electricity supplier to Germany [11] Renewable Energy Landscape - China dominates the global renewable energy market, producing 80% of solar panels and 60% of wind power equipment, with decreasing green energy costs [12] - China's ecological initiatives have significantly improved forest coverage and integrated industrial and environmental goals, exemplified by the production of electric vehicles [12] Lessons for Global Energy Policy - Germany's experience serves as a warning that high energy costs could undermine its Industry 4.0 strategy, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to ecological protection and economic development [14] - The transition to green energy must be gradual, as abruptly abandoning existing energy infrastructure poses significant risks [14]