Germany’s energy security strategy in times of turmoil: The role of AI-driven energy systems and environmental policy in the Russian gas exit
Journal: Energy Policy
Year: 2025

The 2014 Crimea crisis and the 2022 Russia’s all-out war against Ukraine sent shockwaves across Europe and uncovered the continent's reliance on a key geopolitical adversary. Energy has become a central issue in this situation. European nations have committed to reducing their dependence on Russian fossil fuels. Meanwhile, Russia has restricted gas supplies to some countries and substantially decreased deliveries to others, and Germany found itself in the driver’s seat. This study explores the r