Germany’s economy ministry, the federal authority overseeing national energy policy, has proposed ending subsidies for PV systems with installed capacity up to 25 kW under a draft law. The draft law states that subsidies for systems up to 25 kW will be discontinued, citing lower prices for new solar cells and the government’s effort to reduce energy costs. According to the ministry, smaller rooftop PV systems are often economically viable without subsidies when producers, frequently private homeowners, consume a significant share of the electricity generated. A ministry spokesperson has said that new rules are being prepared and may be discussed by the government by the end of March, while emphasising greater cost efficiency and security of supply in the energy system. Germany has reaffirmed its target of increasing renewable electricity generation to 80% of gross consumption by 2030, compared with around 55% last year.