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German energy crisis: Surviving winter without Russia

November 2, 2022

Germany lost a crucial energy partner after Russia invaded Ukraine. Can the country keep homes warm this winter without falling back on fossil fuels? Our energy series takes a closer look.

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Germany lost a crucial energy partner after Russia invaded Ukraine. Can the country keep homes warm this winter without falling back on fossil fuels? Our energy series takes a closer look.

In episode one, Germans worry about heating their homes as gas prices skyrocket. DW breaks down how much Germany relied on Russian gas, and where the country goes from here.

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