End of Summer Time - Clocks Set Back to Standard Time - EU's End to Daylight Saving Time in Germany Delayed to 2026
The EU's plan to end daylight savings in Germany, initially set for 2019, has been delayed until at least 2026. Introduced in 1980, the time change was meant to save energy, but its effects have been minimal. Now, the EU struggles to agree on whether to keep permanent summer or winter time.
Daylight savings time was first implemented in Germany in 1980, with the aim of reducing energy consumption during the brighter months. However, studies have shown that the energy savings have been minimal, leading many to advocate for its abolition.
The EU Parliament decided in 2018 to scrap the bi-annual clock change, but the implementation has been delayed due to disagreements among member states. Some countries prefer to keep permanent summer time, while others favour permanent winter time. A unilateral abolition by Germany alone would also cause significant disruptions, as neighbouring countries may not align their clocks accordingly.
Despite the minimal energy savings and widespread advocacy to end daylight savings time, the EU's plan remains stalled. The disagreement among member states and the potential disruptions from a unilateral abolition have pushed the implementation date to at least 2026. Meanwhile, some individuals may continue to experience physical effects due to the bi-annual time change.
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