Sunday’s (February 23) German election has raised uncertainty over how a new government will shape the country’s hydrogen strategy, a cornerstone of one of Europe’s leading clean fuel economies.
The centre-right Christian Democrats (CDU), led by Friedrich Merz, achieved the largest share of the vote, with far-right the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party securing second place. Current Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s Social Democrat Party (SPD) fell into third place. H2 View understands that a coalition is expected to be formed by Easter.
Despite the AfD achieving a second-place finish, Merz has ruled out a coalition with the party, making a partnership with the SPD – which experienced its worst performance since World War II – the most viable option.
However, ideological differences between the two parties could complicate coalition negotiations.
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