Austria's Energy Self-sufficiency until 2050

People ♦ Published: January 27, 2011; 07:51 ♦ (Vindobona)

The Minister for the Environment, Nikolaus Berlakovich presents a study on the Austrian energy supply. Self-sufficiency until 2050 is feasible.

Austria's Energy Self-sufficiency until 2050 / Picture: © Vindobona.org

Nikolaus Berlakovich refers to the rising global energy demand and the threat of future energy conflicts, which requires independence on energy issues. In addition, massive price increases are expected for oil,  prices of up to $ 200 a barrel are possible.

Berlakovich says: "My answer is energy self-sufficiency for Austria. We are laying down today for the first time a…