Schwoerer: 100 days for less bureaucracy and lower energy prices!

Schwoerer: 100 days for less bureaucracy and lower energy prices!

On November 6, 2025, Johannes Schwörer will look back on his first 100 days as President of the Reutlingen Chamber of Industry and Commerce. At a time when the economic situation demands more and more attention, he reflects on the challenges and opportunities that present themselves. Again Black Forest messenger reports, the economy is regaining importance in public perception. Schwoerer emphasizes that it is not enough to listen and agree; Politics must also act. A central concern is reducing bureaucracy: “Every day without a form is a day for employment and innovation.” In this context, the importance of a cheaper energy supply for small businesses is becoming increasingly clear.

The German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK) is also calling for a reduction in energy prices in order to ensure the competitiveness of companies. DIHK President Peter Adrian emphasizes the need for a stable energy supply not only for industry, but for all companies. As the Time reports, Chancellor Olaf Scholz is planning a meeting with employers and unions to discuss concrete measures.

Bureaucracy as an obstacle

Schwoerer expresses concern about the growing number of administrative employees and emphasizes the urgency of reducing bureaucratic burdens. The current situation is alarming: According to a survey by the ifo Institute, 90% of companies report increased bureaucratic burdens since 2022. These burdens cost the German economy hundreds of billions of euros, as daily news shows. If you compare the bureaucratic costs in Germany with those in Sweden, it becomes clear how much room for improvement there is. While the tax return in Sweden takes around 122 hours, in Germany it takes almost twice as many hours.

One item on the agenda for Schwoerer remains the improvement of the infrastructure, in particular the approval of three important road projects. The mood in the economy should also be revitalized in order to promote innovation. The IHK president plans to seek talks with candidates for the upcoming state elections in order to call for a new departure.

Political decisions

The demands for less bureaucracy and cheaper energy costs are not only important for Schwoerer. The DIHK is clearly in favor of concrete measures that must be felt in companies. Adrian, for example, suggests that network fees be covered by the Climate and Transformation Fund in order to reduce the burden on companies.

The signs point to change: If politicians set the right course, Germany could have the potential for significantly greater economic power. Schwoerer and his colleagues must concentrate on improving the framework conditions in order to support medium-sized businesses and secure the future of the industry. A departure that can prepare both the economy and society for the challenges ahead.