Tanson stressed that only the Green Party can provide a government genuinely committed to climate concerns.
While all other political parties voiced intentions to prioritise nature protection and the energy transition, Tanson warns might take a back seat: “We can discern the nuances in their statements and see it in their electoral programmes; first they will deal with the other priorities that – of course – also exist in Luxembourg, such as housing and economic transition, and then we’ll see what’s left for the climate and energy transition.”
Tanson pledged that with the Green Party in government, this will not be the case. She declared that “creating housing while preserving nature is possible.” In addition, the party has proactively streamlined procedures in the new nature protection bill, surpassing the requirements set by the administrative court, as indicated by Joëlle Welfring, one of the party’s lead candidates in the southern region.
In certain green zones, the need for permissions will be significantly reduced: “In the future, we’ll have to flesh these issues out further, to assess how we can promote the growth of nature in areas that can be developed for a limited time without the need for compensatory measures, all while safeguarding the protection of European species.”
Claude Turmes, lead candidate in the north alongside Stéphanie Empain, stressed the importance of the energy transition for maintaining Luxembourg’s economic appeal. The current Minister for Energy highlighted government support for companies investing in solar energy and ongoing efforts to develop a green hydrogen strategy.
Additionally, plans include establishing a specialised school to drive forward the energy transition, enticing young talent into the field. Turmes explained, “we need young people, individuals interested in pursuing careers in the craft industry. This remains a significant challenge in the Luxembourg economy, and we aim to address it with more targeted initiatives than in the past.”
The Green Party’s vision emphasises a fair transition. To ensure equitable access to energy renovation, the party advocates for public subsidies to be available for pre-financing. The party also aims to make electric cars more accessible, particularly in rural areas, through measures such as social leasing and vehicle sharing.
Full report by RTL Télé (in Luxembourgish)
