Actual problems of innovative economy and law

Journal "Actual problems of innovative economy and law" is included in category B for specialties: in the field of knowledge "Management and administration": 073, 076 (order of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine dated 23.08.2023 No. 1035) and 071, 072, 075 (order of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine dated 12.20.2023 No. 1543); in the field of knowledge "Social and behavioral sciences" 051 (order of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine dated August 23, 2023 No. 1035); in the field of knowledge "Law" - 081 and "Public management and administration" - 281 (order of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine dated 12.20.2023 No. 1543).
Registration of an entity in print media: Decision of the National Council of Ukraine on Television and Radio Broadcasting No. 1390 dated 11/16/2023. Media identifier: R30-02018
The journal is indexed in the International Scientific Center of Index Copernicus International

Green transformation as a strategic direction of public administration: analysis of institutional approaches and practical cases in Germany

# 10 46-50 Download/view the full text of the article

УДК: 351:620.92:502.131.1

DOI: https://doi.org/10.36887/2524-0455-2026-1-10

Khozhylo Maksym
PhD of Technical Sciences., doctoral student of
Dnipro University of Technology, Dnipro сity, Ukraine
ORCID ID: 0000-0003-1841-4490

Published: 19.01.26

The article examines green transformation as a priority direction of modern public administration through the prism of the German Energiewende, one of the most ambitious and comprehensive energy transition programs in the world. The relevance of the study is due to the global challenges of climate change, the need to transition to sustainable models of socio-economic development, the growing demands for decarbonization of the economy, and Ukraine’s need to form an effective system of public administration for environmental modernization in the context of European integration processes and post-war reconstruction. The German experience is particularly relevant for countries implementing transformational changes in the energy sector, as it demonstrates both the opportunities and challenges of large-scale systemic restructuring. The theoretical concepts of green transformation and energy transition are analyzed, as are the evolution of the German Energiewende policy from its first steps to its current stage of accelerated decarbonization, the multi-level institutional architecture for state management of the energy transition in Germany, and financial and economic mechanisms for stimulating renewable energy and energy efficiency. The role of federal and regional levels of government in coordinating transformation processes, and the participation of civil society, energy cooperatives, and local communities in the implementation of green energy projects, are highlighted. Key challenges and limitations of the German model are identified, including the high cost of energy transition for consumers, the technical difficulties of balancing the energy system with a large share of variable renewable sources, the social consequences of the closure of coal plants and the need to ensure a just transition for the affected regions, and dependence on energy imports during the transition period. It is argued that the success of the German green transformation is based on the synergy of a long-term strategic vision, consistent political support, strong financial mechanisms and investments in research and development, technological innovation and the development of its own green energy industry, broad public support and active participation of citizens in the transformation processes, which creates valuable lessons and practical recommendations for countries undertaking their own energy transition.

Keywords: green transformation, public administration, Energiewende, renewable energy, institutional mechanisms, energy transition, Germany, sustainable development, ecological modernization, decarbonization.

References.

  1. Volosiuk, M., Stepanenko, T., Maksymova, I. (2024). «Economic mechanisms for stimulating green investments and entrepreneurship». Ekonomika ta suspil’stvo. № 60. DOI: https://doi.org/10.32782/2524-0072/2024-60-127.
  2. Hnedina, K., Soroka, A. (2023). «Decarbonization of the economy as a factor in ensuring a climate-neutral future: current challenges and prospects in Ukraine and the world». Ekonomika ta suspil’stvo. № 54. DOI: https://doi.org/10.32782/2524-0072/2023-54-76.
  3. Yevropejs’kyj Zelenyj Kurs. [European Green Deal]. Available at: https://ecoaction.org.ua/ievropejskyj-zelenyj-kurs.
  4. Yevropa perekhodyt’ na vidnovliuval’nu enerhiiu. Statystyka 2025 roku. (2025). [Europe is switching to renewable energy. Statistics for 2025]. Available at: https://setech.in.ua/vropa-perehodity-na-vdnovlyuvanu-energyu-statistika-2025-roku/.
  5. Kvasha, T.K., Musina, L.A. (2015). Vymiriuvannia zelenoho zrostannia v Ukraini: kontseptsii, systemy indykatoriv, dosvid formuvannia ta perspektyvy zastosuvannia. [Measuring green growth in Ukraine: concepts, indicator systems, experience in formation and prospects for application]. Kyiv. Ukraine.
  6. Paryz’ka Uhoda: Zakonodavstvo Ukrainy. (2016). [Paris Agreement: Legislation of Ukraine]. № 1469-VIII dated July 14, 2016. Available at:https://zakon.rada.gov.ua/laws/show/995_l61#Text.
  7. Diachuk, O., Chepeliev, M.,  Podolets’, R., Trypol’s’ka, H. (2017). Perekhid Ukrainy na vidnovliuvanu enerhetyku do 2050 rok. [Ukraine’s transition to renewable energy by 2050]. Vyd-vo TOV «ART KNYHA». Kyiv.
  8. (2023). Agora Energiewende. The German Energiewende: Status of Affairs 2023. Analysis of the Current Challenges and Next Steps of Germany’s Energy Transition. Berlin. Germany.
  9. (2024). Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. Making More Progress Together: Annual Economic Report 2024. Berlin. Germany.
  10. Houssam,, Ibrahiem, D.M., Sucharita, S., El-Aasar, K.M., Esily, R.R., Sethi, N. (2023). «Assessing the role of green economy on sustainable development in developing countries». Heliyon. № 9(6). рр. e17306. DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e17306.
  11. Gawel,, Strunz, S., Lehmann, P. (2014). «A public choice view on the climate and energy policy mix in the EU: How do the emissions trading scheme and support for renewable energies interact?». Energy Policy. Vol. 64. рр. 175-182.
  12. (2023). International Energy Agency. Germany 2023: Energy Policy Review. IEA. Paris.
  13. (2022). Renewable Energy Market Analysis: Europe. International Renewable Energy Agency. Abu Dhabi.
  14. Jacobsson,, Lauber, V. (2006). «The politics and policy of energy system transformation: Explaining the German diffusion of renewable energy technology». Energy Policy. Vol. 34(3). рр. 256-276.
  15. Sovacool,K., Hess, D.J., Amir, S. (2020). «Sociotechnical agendas: Reviewing future directions for energy and climate research». Energy Research & Social Science. Vol. 70. рр. 101617.
  16. Strunz,, Gawel, E., Lehmann, P. (2016). «The political economy of renewable energy policies in Germany and the EU». Utilities Policy. Vol. 42. рр. 33-41.

Quote article, APA style

Khozhylo M. Green transformation as a strategic direction of public administration: analysis of institutional approaches and practical cases in Germany. Actual problems of innovative economy and law. 2026. №1. 46-50 pp. https://doi.org/10.36887/2524-0455-2026-1-10

Quote article, MLA style

Khozhylo M. Green transformation as a strategic direction of public administration: analysis of institutional approaches and practical cases in Germany. Actual problems of innovative economy and law. https://doi.org/10.36887/2524-0455-2026-1-10