The cancellation of Germany’s 60-billion-euro Climate Transformation fund following a court ruling has put the government in a tough spot, with Economy Minister Robert Habeck expressing concern about the ripple effect it will have on the economy. The fund, which was intended to leverage capital and drive climate change efforts, is no longer available, and Habeck emphasized its importance in driving economic growth.

As a result, the government is now working to prepare and discuss its budget in light of this setback. Transport Minister Volker Wissing weighed in on the situation, stating that the court ruling and its impact on government funds mean that budget prioritization must be re-evaluated and checked. Wissing emphasized the need for this re-evaluation to take place now but also expressed uncertainty about the exact outcome.

The government is moving quickly to address this issue and determine what steps it should take next. The outcome of these discussions will have significant implications for the allocation of government funds and how they are used to drive economic growth in Germany.