Greens overhaul image with bold climate policies ahead of 2026 election
The Green Party convened in Hanover from 28 to 30 November 2025 to redefine its image and policies. Delegates concentrated on social equity, climate action, and defense—while steering clear of public disputes over internal divisions. Cem Özdemir, a prominent figure, presented himself as a pragmatic candidate for Baden-Württemberg’s premiership next March.
The party aimed to distance itself from its reputation as elitist and disconnected from working citizens. Delegates endorsed plans for a means-tested climate dividend, a reinvigorated €9 monthly public transport ticket, and new taxes on fossil-fuel profits. These measures intended to alleviate financial burdens associated with climate policies.
The conference charted the Greens’ course ahead of Baden-Württemberg’s 2026 state election, where Özdemir aspires to succeed Winfried Kretschmann. The party now confronts the challenge of translating policy proposals into voter support. Resolutions on conscription and climate funding will influence its campaign in the coming months.
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