Discontent in Environmental Policy

The environmental association BUND has expressed significant disappointment with the coalition agreement between the SPD and BSW in Brandenburg, viewing it as inadequate for climate and environmental protection. The planned phase-out of brown coal by 2038 fails to meet urgent climate goals, and the allocation of resources for climate initiatives is deemed insufficient.

Furthermore, the merging of sustainability and climate plans has raised concerns about effective coordination. Critics also highlight a lack of a clear strategy from the new Minister of Economics and the anticipated Minister of Agriculture, whose agricultural background raises red flags for environmentalists.

In another instance, SPD representative René Schneider criticized delays in the gravel phase-out at Niederrhein, demanding more decisive action and updated planning to address environmental concerns.