A new survey conducted by the Allensbach Institute for the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt reveals that public support for Germany's energy transition has sharply decreased. While half of the German population considered the gradual replacement of fossil fuels with renewable energy sources as the right approach until 2022, this number has now fallen to just one-third. This significant decline points to shifting priorities as other issues gain prominence in public discourse.

The survey highlights a worrying trend: the percentage of individuals expressing serious concern about the consequences of climate change has drastically dropped over recent years. After peaking between 2010 and 2019 with 29% to 51% of respondents concerned about climate impacts, the rate held relatively steady until 2022. However, it has since decreased to 36% and now rests at approximately 33%. This shift suggests diminishing urgency among the populace regarding climate issues and the energy transition.

The Allensbach Institute attributes this decline in concern and support to the convergence of multiple crises, including economic factors, which have overshadowed environmental issues in public priorities. As the German society grapples with various challenges, including economic hardships and geopolitical tensions, concerns for climate action have taken a backseat, indicating a potential risk for future environmental policy efforts in the country.