Tag: Greens
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Greens Leader Waters avoids taking a position on Robbins Island wind farm
Greens Leader Waters weighs in as Robbins Island wind farm pressure mounts The Greens are navigating a complex debate over Robbins Island, a proposed 100-turbine wind farm in Tasmania that would become the state’s largest renewables project. The controversy has split Greens leadership and raised questions about how the party will balance the push for…
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Geneva State Council election: Walder leads Dugerdil
Overview of the first round in Geneva In the race to fill a Geneva State Council seat left vacant by Antonio Hodgers, Greens candidate Nicolas Walder faced a stern challenge from UDC challenger Lionel Dugerdil. The day’s atmosphere mirrored a local spectacle rather than a routine ballot, with eight UDC supporters in light shirts and…
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Geneva Council Election: Greens Under Pressure from Right
Introduction The recent resignation of Antonio Hodgers after twelve years on the Geneva Executive Council has set the stage for a politically charged election. The upcoming vote is critical for the Greens (Verts), who have maintained representation in Geneva’s executive since 1997. As they prepare for the election, their candidate, Nicolas Walder, and a diverse…
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The Shift on Internal Combustion Engine Bans: A Clear Stance
Introduction The debate over banning internal combustion engines (ICE) is heating up once more. During the International Motor Show (IAA), prominent leaders like Markus Söder and Friedrich Merz made their positions clear, raising significant discussions within Germany’s political landscape. Context of the Debate Germany has been at the forefront of the electric vehicle (EV) transition,…