Germany's Nuclear Phase-Out Delights Climate Activists.

Germany has shut down its three remaining nuclear power plants as part of a long-planned transition toward renewable energy. While some members of the government had wanted to delay the shutdown, it went ahead on 15 April. Critics claim nuclear plants provide a low-emission energy source, and point out that Germany has increased its use of coal as it shifted away from Russian gas last year. More than 40% of Germany's energy comes from renewable sources, but there are concerns that progress could be derailed by government in-fighting.