Home Business Germany to phase out coal by 2038 in move away from fossil... Business Germany to phase out coal by 2038 in move away from fossil fuels By Genpie - January 26, 2019 228 0 Facebook Twitter Google+ Pinterest WhatsApp Germany should shut down all of its coal-fired power plants by 2038 at the latest, a government-appointed commission said on Saturday, proposing at least 40 billion euros ($45.7 billion) in aid to regions affected by the phase-out.