Event Brief
German Government Waters Down Controversial Heating Law
Filed: Feb 24, 2026 at 3:05 PM ET
Summary: The German government has agreed to abolish a ban on new gas and oil heating systems.
WHO: German government, Chancellor Friedrich Merz
WHAT: Abolishing a controversial ban on heating systems
WHEN: Feb 24, 2026 at 1:53 PM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: To deliver on a key electoral promise
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