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German Election 2025: Where do political parties stand on key climate issues?


Published on 2025-02-16 04:20:41 - MSN
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  • After becoming a deciding issue for many in 2021, climate change has now dropped down the list of voter priorities in Germany. View on euronews

The article from MSN discusses the stances of various German political parties on key climate issues as the country approaches the 2025 federal election. The Greens, led by figures like Annalena Baerbock, advocate for aggressive climate action, including a faster phase-out of coal, promoting renewable energy, and implementing a carbon pricing system. The SPD (Social Democrats) supports climate protection but emphasizes a socially just transition, focusing on job security in the shift to green energy. The CDU/CSU (Christian Democrats) under Friedrich Merz, while acknowledging the need for climate action, prefers a more market-oriented approach, advocating for technological innovation over regulatory measures. The FDP (Free Democrats) pushes for economic freedom alongside environmental protection, promoting green technology through market incentives rather than state intervention. The AfD (Alternative for Germany) largely denies the urgency of climate change, focusing instead on economic stability and opposing what they see as excessive environmental regulations. Lastly, Die Linke (The Left) calls for a radical transformation of the economy towards sustainability, with strong state intervention to ensure social equity in the transition. Each party's position reflects their broader ideological commitments, influencing how Germany might address its climate goals in the coming years.

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