Our colleague Walter Grotz has been elected deputy chair of the Committee on the Environment, Energy and Raw Materials of the Chamber of Industry and Commerce for Munich and Upper Bavaria for the period from 2026 to 2031. We sincerely congratulate him on taking on this responsible role.
Together with the new chair, Volker Korten, and the other deputy chair, Dr Andreas Kießling, he will help shape the committee’s work in the coming years.
The IHK committee deals with the cross-sectoral environmental and energy policy framework at state, federal and European level. Among other things, its focus is on ensuring that the energy transition and climate protection are implemented in a way that is compatible with economic interests, as well as on the contribution made by companies to improving resource efficiency.
To mark the start of the new parliamentary term, members have set out their key issues and priorities for the coming years. Here, the main focus is on energy and raw materials, environmental and climate protection, and the impact of political and regulatory developments on businesses. Reducing bureaucratic hurdles and establishing a practical regulatory framework for the economy also play an important role in this regard.
Recent surveys by the Bavarian Chambers of Industry and Commerce also highlight just how relevant these issues are for businesses: according to the IHK Environmental Barometer, 88 per cent of businesses would like to see a reduction in bureaucratic regulations. Reconciling environmental and climate protection with security of supply, affordability and competitive framework conditions therefore remains a key challenge.
This is precisely where Walter Grotz brings his many years of professional experience to bear. At Müller-BBM Industry Solutions, his work includes immission forecasting, environmental legislation and the practical implications of new regulatory requirements for businesses and the authorisation process.
We are delighted that Walter Grotz will be contributing his expertise even more closely to the work of the Chamber of Industry and Commerce in future, thereby helping to shape the dialogue between business, professional practice and politics.
Congratulations on your election and good luck in your new role!