Majority of Germans Consider Nuclear Power Plant Shutdown a Mistake

More than half of Germans now view the country's decision to phase out nuclear power plants as an error, according to a new survey. The poll results suggest growing public skepticism about Germany's energy transition strategy, which saw the closure of the country's last nuclear reactors in 2023. Solar energy remains the most popular renewable energy source among German respondents. The shift in public opinion reflects ongoing debates about energy security and climate goals following Germany's commitment to eliminate nuclear power as part of its broader energy transformation.