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Mixing up things a tad, let's talk about wind power expansion in Thuringia and the CDU faction's potential proposals. Thomas Gottweiss, a CDU energy guru, doesn't think reserving 2.2% of the state for wind farms is a bright idea. Instead, he suggests basing production targets on actual energy demand, detached from hectares. He believes a smarter strategy involves fewer, yet more powerful plants - some 620 modern wind turbines might do the trick, according to Gottweis, which equates to a mere 0.8% of the state's area.

Now, Thuringia is bound by federal law to allocate 2.2% of its land for wind turbines by 2032. Nevertheless, Thuringia's been at loggerheads over this issue for eons. Much to the disappointment of experts, other federal states aren't likely to join the crusade for a change in federal law.

The CDU favors an energy policy based on supply security, affordability, and regional demand - rather than surface area targets. As Gottweis puts it, "We need a smart mix of all renewables, especially more gigs in solar or geothermal energy. The wind-centric focus is a cul-de-sac."

CDU, BSW, and SPD shared a motion in Thuringia's last state session, urging the state government to spearhead a federal reform of the Wind Energy Area Requirements Act. The wish? To let the states opt for technology-open energy production targets instead of area targets for wind energy.

Thuringia's been playing catch-up in the wind power expansion game for years. January to March of this year saw less wind power generated in the state, with wind turbines whipping up far less energy, according to the State Statistical Office. The renewable energy sources in electricity plunged from 64% to 55%, or around 1,519 gigawatt hours.

• Thuringia's Wind Energy Expansion: Plans are afoot to see a significant percentage increase in installed wind capacity in Thuringia, although the state may trail behind others in Germany's absolute terms[3].
• National Policy Context: Germany's working on legislation to expedite the permitting process and increase the number of onshore wind turbines, with the goal of meeting ambitious national targets[1][3].
• CDU and Wind Power in Thuringia: The CDU typically advocates for a balanced approach to wind energy expansion, addressing local concerns, streamlining bureaucracy, and balancing expansion with community opposition[3]. However, the sources don't provide any concrete info on new, specific legislative or regulatory changes pushed by the CDU in Thuringia.

Thuringia's Wind Energy Landscape

If you're looking for specifics on the CDU's plans for wind energy expansion in Thuringia, the sources are mum. But if we dive deeper, we find that the CDU is known for pushing a balanced approach. Key points? Addressing local concerns, streamlining bureaucracy, and balancing expansion with community opposition. That said, the sources don't offer any detailed info on new legislative or regulatory changes from the CDU in Thuringia[3].

1. In the context of Thuringia's wind energy expansion, the CDU advocates for a balanced approach that includes addressing community concerns, streamlining bureaucracy, and finding a balance between expansion and opposition.
2. Moving beyond energy, the CDU in Thuringia is also advocating for a change in regional policy, seeking a federal reform to allow states to opt for technology-open energy production targets rather than area targets for wind energy, potentially aiding in the development of the regions and fostering growth in industries like finance, technology, and energy.

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