According to Equinor's Irene Rummelhoff, will Germany secure enough natural gas for this winter despite low storage levels, and what major caveat did she emphasize?

Yes, Irene Rummelhoff of Equinor stated that Germany 'will be in a position to attract enough and import enough' natural gas for this winter, even though its gas storage sites are only 53% full — the lowest in 15 years — because of successful diversification of import sources since 2022. However, she emphasized a critical caveat: 'Prices are going to be another issue. So you need to be prepared for that, but the diversification is good.'

What key changes has Germany made to its natural gas import infrastructure since losing Russian pipeline supplies in 2022, and which country is now its largest supplier?

Since the 2022 energy crisis and the loss of Russian gas pipeline supplies, Germany has diversified its import sources — a move Equinor's Irene Rummelhoff called 'super important'. This includes relying heavily on Norway, which has become Germany's single biggest gas supplier, delivering most of its gas via a vast pipeline system; and building several import terminals for liquefied natural gas (LNG).

German Gas Supply Diversification Ensures Imports, But At a Price, Equinor Says

Sep 8, 2026

Equinor executives confirm Germany can secure sufficient natural gas imports for winter despite low storage levels, though high prices are anticipated due to geopolitical tensions impacting Qatari LNG exports.

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