Construction costs are currently skyrocketing

Geothermal energy for electricity generation is certainly a great thing, but it is not feasible everywhere. And unfortunately, it is not without problems in implementation. For example, the uplift cracks in Breisgau, which are most likely related to geothermal energy, are well known. In short, geothermal energy is great for Iceland, but in densely populated Germany it is probably only usable to a limited extent. Unfortunately, there is no miracle technology for energy. Every technology has its limitations and advantages and disadvantages.

:rolleyes: The higher the share of renewables, the more stable our grid will be in the future - everyone of us can contribute to that.

:rolleyes: The higher the share *of nuclear power*, the more stable our grid will be in the future – each of us can contribute to that.

Fixed for you ;) Grid stability with a high share of renewable energies still currently requires massive investments...

Hihi, haven't you noticed yet that since today it has been certain that the end was already initiated in 2024? From 01.01.2024, a pure gas heating system will no longer be possible.

What would actually be the heating system for the average consumer if currently the gas heating system is in place but after 30 years should slowly be replaced? At my parents' place, a house from the early 90s. To be honest, I'm at a loss.

What would actually be the heating system for the average consumer if currently the gas heating is installed, but after 30 years it should slowly be replaced? At my parents' place, a house from the early 90s. To be honest, I am at a loss.

If it is really older than 30 years, it must already be replaced now. This year and next year, it was still acceptable to switch to a new gas condensing boiler, after that one must plan differently.

But that also means that all the old houses, which were recently still sold at astronomical prices, will have even faster problems now. The supposedly easy switch from oil to the often still available town gas will then no longer be possible, and with it the buyer category - "move in immediately without the chance of real renovation."

What would actually be the heating system for the average consumer if currently a gas heating system is in place, but after 30 years it should slowly be replaced? At my parents' place, house from the early 90s. To be honest, I'm clueless about that

That will be the big question. Unfortunately, politics only says what is no longer acceptable. But simply converting a house from the early 90s ("poorly" insulated, no underfloor heating or, if present, large pipe spacing) to a heat pump doesn’t work. And if oil, gas, pellets/chipwood are also phased out, the heating replacement could result in a major and expensive energetic renovation (subsidy?). Alternatively, high heating costs if the heat pump must be operated with a high flow temperature because there is no money for further measures.