Gaslieferungen aus Russland können kurzfristig nicht kompensiert werden

Abstract As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues, more and people are calling for a ban on Russian energy imports. The proponents argue that abstaining from importing billions worth coal, oil gas will further increase the pressure Kremlin. Critics, however, including German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, warn what they believe to be incalculable consequences, with supply being particularly at risk. This article outlines different options substituting oil, especially explains why wait-and-see attitude government towards complete import is understandable.