Why German Manufacturing Isn’t Getting More Energy Efficient?

Abstract information

In this video, JOSCHA KRUG explores why energy-intensive manufacturing in Germany has not become more energy efficient despite rising energy costs. Using a theoretical economic model, he shows that preferential treatment - like exemptions for large firms from higher energy prices - can counteract the intended effects of climate policies, potentially increasing overall energy intensity. The study highlights a key trade-off between effective climate action and maintaining industrial competitiveness.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21036/LTPUB101227

Researcher

Joscha Krug is a doctoral researcher in Economics, having started his PhD in 2021. His research interests lie in public and environmental economics, with a strong focus on econometrics and quantitative methods. Krug holds bachelor’s degrees in International Economics and Sociology from the University of Tübingen and an MSc in Economics from the London School of Economics, where he graduated top of his class. Prior to his PhD, he worked as an economic consultant at Frontier Economics, specialising in energy and competition economics.

Institution information

University of Mannheim (Universität Mannheim)

For generations, the University of Mannheim has been preparing students to take on leadership roles in business, academia, and society. One of the university’s strengths in this task is its profile, which is characterized by the economic and social sciences. It is in these fields that the University of Mannheim has repeatedly been ranked as one of the top 20 European research institutions. Key focuses of Mannheim researchers include decision-making processes and elections, governance, regulation, competition and innovation, migration and multilingualism, and the culture of change. The campus surrounding Mannheim’s baroque palace is a place where bright minds from across the globe come together to learn, discuss, research, and prepare to make their mark on the world.
University of Mannheim (Universität Mannheim)

Original Publication

Rising Energy Prices Without Falling Consumption? The Role of Energy Price Dispersion in a Multi-Product World

Citation

Joscha Krug, 

Latest Thinking, 

Why German Manufacturing Isn’t Getting More Energy Efficient?, 

https://doi.org/10.21036/LTPUB101227, 

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© Joscha Krug

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