CommoditiesMedium•11 November 2026•
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Gas Projects Secure All 5.16 GW in Germany's First Power Capacity Auction
Key Facts
1Gas-fired projects secured all 5.16 gigawatts of derated capacity in Germany's first capacity auction.
2More than half of the secured capacity went to developments at existing coal sites.
Gas-fired projects secured all 5.16 gigawatts of derated capacity in Germany's first capacity auction. Oilprice.com reported that more than half of the secured capacity was awarded to developments at existing coal sites as the country seeks to secure backup power for its energy transition.
The auction results highlight Germany's reliance on gas to ensure grid stability during periods of low renewable output as coal generation is phased out. Regarding economic context, German exports rose by 2% on November 9, 2026, while industrial production recorded a 0.7% increase on November 6, 2026.