Diversity is Not a Risk

The author, Marc Ziegler, contends that diversity in technical development, particularly in energy converters, is not a risk to the economy. He argues that all energy converters—internal combustion engines, hydrogen fuel cells, and electric drive systems—face similar challenges and have the potential for carbon-neutral operation when powered by renewable resources. Ziegler asserts that the only true economic risk lies in market acceptance of new products, and that diversity will likely result in customers making informed decisions based on their preferences and requirements. The article emphasizes the importance of bringing the value creation of new products back to Europe and challenges the idea that diversity in technical development should be seen as a risk.