Public Sentiment on German Energy Independence (heise.de)

• 78 percent view import dependence as a threat.
• High demand for sovereign energy infrastructure.
• Renewables viewed as a core resilience pillar.

"A recent survey conducted by the German Solar Association (BSW-Solar) reveals that 78 percent of respondents perceive national dependence on energy imports as a significant threat. The findings highlight deep-seated public concern over energy security and the perceived vulnerability of the German economy. This broad consensus suggests a strong mandate for accelerating domestic infrastructure transitions to reduce reliance on external suppliers."