Balanced Energy Mix Act of 2017
Rationale
Transitioning to a balanced energy mix ensures grid reliability and cost stability while maintaining progress toward decarbonization goals.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Renewable Energy Mandates |
Renewables priority
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Balanced energy mix
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Renewable Energy MandatesProposer
Party
Liberal Union
The centre right Liberal Union champions free minds and bold markets where national pride meets personal liberty and enterprise flourishes, a party that fights for the preservation of civil and economic liberties and the nation we call home.
Core pillars
Monika Köhler
Activist · Age 65
Once a fiery radio host who built a following exposing corruption, Monika Köhler leveraged her media savvy and sharp instincts to become the people’s voice in politics.
Timeline
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Draft5 June 2017
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Vote Open6 June 2017
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Vote Closed5 August 2017
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Did Not Become Law5 August 2017
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
PassedFor: 14 / 69 seats (20.3%)
Against: 13 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 42
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labour Movement | 13 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Nationalist Coalition | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| Liberal Union Proposer | 12 | Yes | No reason given |
| Social Democratic Forum | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Socialist Popular Movement | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats | 2 | Yes | No reason given |
Bundestag
FailedFor: 97 / 650 seats (14.9%)
Against: 195 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 358
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labour Movement | 165 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Nationalist Coalition | 0 | Abstain | No reason given |
| Liberal Union Proposer | 66 | Yes | No reason given |
| Social Democratic Forum | 30 | No | No reason given |
| Socialist Popular Movement | 25 | Yes | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats | 6 | Yes | No reason given |