Gas supply in 2035: Is the gas tap really about to close?

Gas supply in 2035: Is the gas tap really about to close?

The debate about the future energy supply in Germany is becoming increasingly intense. Current analyzes show that dependence on gas from abroad could be drastically reduced by 2035. This should be viewed above all in the context of the European climate goals and the achievement of full energy independence. Information from Haufe reports that the Islamization of gas providers will change significantly as a result of new political guidelines and that the “gas tap” may be turned off.

The discussion not only touches on energy policy aspects, but also on Germany's economic stability. The need to promote renewable energies is undisputed. However, the social acceptance of new energy projects is also being discussed. Federal politicians should specifically address potential resistance and promote the population's trust in alternative energy sources.

Influence of the General Data Protection Regulation

Another key point is the issue of data protection, especially with regard to the use of cookies and web analysis tools. According to the WKO, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) must be strictly observed when processing personal data, such as IP addresses. On this basis, it is necessary to transparently inform users about the setting of cookies, regardless of whether personal data is being processed or not.

The legal basis for this data processing covers several aspects. These include legitimate interest, contract fulfillment and legal obligations, whereby the user's consent is also important, especially in the case of minors. An age check must also be implemented before a contract is concluded.

Data protection measures and requirements

It is important that the principles of the GDPR, such as purpose limitation and data minimization, are strictly adhered to. This means that only the absolutely necessary data must be collected and the retention periods must be clearly defined. Furthermore, the use of data security measures is necessary to protect the data collected.

Compliance with these data protection obligations also requires clear accountability. This includes the need to ensure the factual accuracy of the data collected and to ensure that data protection is maintained in international data traffic. For certain processing operations, such as profiling, a data protection impact assessment is required.

In summary, it can be said that both the challenges in energy supply and the strict requirements in data protection are closely linked. It remains to be seen how politicians will react to these developments in order to shape a sustainable and legally compliant future. Further information on energy policy and data protection developments can be found at Haufe and WKO to find.