Speaking about the savings that can be taken during the energy crisis, State President Kretschmann said that cloth can be used instead of taking a shower.
Since the Russian-Ukrainian war broke out, dependence on Russian gas and oil has squeezed Germany’s hand in terms of ‘energy’.
While the number of politicians calling for austerity in the country is increasing day by day, the President of Baden-Württemberg State, Green Party member Winfried Kretschmann also came to the agenda with his remarkable suggestions.
Speaking to Südwest Presse newspaper, Kretschmann gave examples from his own life in his statements about the energy crisis.
“Heating a single room is healthier”
Stating that there is a giant solar energy equipment on the roof of his house, Kretschmann stated that he drives an electric car and heats a single room as a healthier habit.
“You don’t have to take a shower”
When asked if he had taken a cold shower, Kretschmann gave a surprising answer. Saying that he did even better, Kretschmann said, “You don’t have to shower all the time. After all, there are washcloths and face cloths. It’s a useful invention. People can save a lot by using a washcloth instead of showering all the time.” said.
He rules the state of 11 million people.
Kretschmann administers the German province of about 11 million inhabitants in its southwest, bordering France and Switzerland. Porsche and Mercedes-Benz have their headquarters in the state capital, Stuttgart.