Energy transition and climate protection –
Challenge and opportunity for German industry?

German industry is undergoing a major transformation process. In addition to digitalisation and demographic change, the energy transition and climate change are important further drivers in many companies. The industrial sector is the second-largest emitter of greenhouse gases after energy production. As such, industry plays a central role in achieving climate protection goals in Germany as a business location. 

How are energy- and emissions-intensive companies positioning themselves in view of these expectations? What should the future industrial policy in Germany look like and what framework conditions are needed from policymakers? Is the location facing deindustrialisation or is it a necessary structural change? What economic opportunities arise and does the transformation not even strengthen the innovative ability of companies? How can the international competitiveness of German industry be further expanded with sustainable production methods despite high energy prices?

We want to discuss these and many other questions with our experts on the podium and with all participants. Join us and ask your questions!

Panel guests

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Siegfried Russwurm 
President of the Federation of German Industries e.V. / acatech 

Dr. Christian Hartel
Chairman of the Executive Board, Wacker Chemie AG

Prof. Dr. Christoph M. Schmidt
President of the RWI – Leibniz Institute for Economic Research / acatech Vice President

Moderation:
Lisa Nienhaus, Head of the business editorial team at the Süddeutsche Zeitung

The event language is German.

Venue: Munich Re, Saal Europe, Giselastraße 21, 80802 Munich

Event time: 19 November 2024, 6-8 p.m.