That means exposed, as in in danger.

In this case it also means failed. As in don’t work. As in dumb idea that nobody is willing to admit.

Europe’s shrinking flexible power cushion leaves Germany exposed – German power prices have hit their highest since 2022. While weak wind output and higher gas costs triggered the rally, the root cause is Europe’s shrinking flexibility cushion.

Germany’s latest power shock reveals a challenge that is becoming central to Europe’s broader energy transition. The issue is no longer how quickly ​the region can add renewable generation, but whether the power system can maintain sufficient flexibility when weather-dependent generation falls short.