September 13, 2024--Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--Germany's reliance on energy imports suffered significantly when the Russia-Ukraine war broke out. One of the most notable shifts has occurred in the metals and mining sector, where the drive towards renewable energy has gained serious momentum. Germany's commitment to renewable energy is known as the "Energiewende" (energy transition). German metals and mining companies have been at the forefront of integrating renewable energy into their operations.