“The pace and scale of what has been done so far, and current plans, are
insufficient to tackle climate change.” (IPCC)

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Hi John!

 

The IPCC's recent synthesis report delivers a final warning: We can still
prevent the worst effects of climate change, but only if we act now and in
a more determined way.

 

“THE PACE AND SCALE OF WHAT HAS BEEN DONE SO FAR, AND CURRENT PLANS, ARE
INSUFFICIENT TO TACKLE CLIMATE CHANGE.”

– IPCC [7]

 

This is already the sixth IPCC report, and by now, we should all be aware
of the devastating effects of climate change and the urgency to act. That's
why we, the European Greens, are leading the charge in the fight for a just
transition. But we cannot do it alone. The upcoming European Elections will
be a make-or-break moment in the battle against climate change, and we need
everyone on board.

 

That's where you come in, John. You can help us rally
more people to join our fight. SO DON'T WAIT – share this newsletter, ask
your friends and colleagues to sign up, and join us in our fight!

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News from the European Greens

LOCAL COUNCILLORS NETWORK

JOIN THE WEBINAR ABOUT CREATING CHANGE FOR LGBTIQ COMMUNITIES

Join our webinar and learn about multiple perspectives on what it takes to
make real long-lasting changes for the better for LGBTIQ communities, with
the special emphasis on trans communities. This event is organised on the
eve of the International Trans Visibility Day,  March 30, 19:00 CEST, and
is moderated by our committee member and trans and non-binary activist Mina
Jack Tolu. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! [8] 

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WHY WE MUST EXIT ECT!

The Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) is a highly litigated investment protection
treaty that protects investments in fossil fuels, making it incompatible
with the fight against climate change. Join us as we examine one case where
the ECT pushed Slovenia to weaken fracking rules, and sit down with Green
MEP Anna Cavazzini, who has been leading the position of the Greens/EFA
Group in the European Parliament on the matter.

LISTEN

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EIL BROUGHT TOGETHER GREENS, ACTIVISTS AND EXPERTS 

The European Ideas Lab 2023 in Warsaw was co-hosted by the European Greens,
the Greens/EFA Group in the EP and the Polish Greens. The programme
included topics such as the rule of law in Poland, abortion rights, border
policies and migration, the transformation of the transport sector, as well
as many inspiring stories from civil society. Watch the sessions on
YouTube.

WATCH [11]

FRANCE

"Worrying attack on democratic standards"

Our Co-Chair and French Senator Mélanie Vogel strongly opposes Emmanuel
Macron’s pension reforms, and his use of article 49.3 of the Constitution
which allowed him to bypass the parliament to implement them: “This is a
worrying attack on democratic standards that endangers our social
contract.” Trade unions, a vast majority of workers, and of the French
population are against the pension reforms. Solidarity with the workers of
France who are standing up to Macron's unjust actions! Everyone deserves a
secure and dignified retirement.

CAMPAIGN HANDBOOK

LEARN HOW TO RUN DIGITAL MARKETING CAMPAIGNS

A new webinar about digital political marketing has just been published in
our Campaign Handbook! LENNART KROTZEK and LENA KAAROW share their insights
on how European Greens and the Greens/EFA Group in the European Parliament
approach digital marketing and offer tips and advice for Green parties to
do it. Log in [12] or sign up [13] for the Campaign Handbook (available
for EGP partners and Green Parties’ members) to access the new content.

 

If you missed the webinar on the Norwegian Campaign App, you can now watch
in the Handbook [14].

TURKEY

SOLIDARITY WITH HDP

We condemn the actions of the Turkish government and stand in solidarity
with the People's Democratic Party HDP and all civil society in Turkey
fighting for a green, democratic, and pluralistic country. Turkey's
President Erdoğan and his government are trying to dissolve HDP, the
parliament’s third largest party. They are being singled out for
standing up for Kurdish rights and resisting the government’s expanding
clampdown on political freedoms and dissent. HDP has decided not to take
the risk of being shut down and to enter the elections with a joined list
under the umbrella of our member party Yeşil Sol Parti. 

News from our member parties

Netherlands

Great result for GroenLinks in regional elections

Our Dutch member party GroenLinks matched their best-ever result in the
Senate and keeps their 8 seats. They are the largest party in many cities
across the country, such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht and many other
regional capitals and student cities. Facing heavy pushback, GroenLinks ran
a strong campaign for more climate action as well as affordable housing and
fair taxation. Congratulations on this great result!

POLAND

FOURTH MEMBER JOINS GREENS IN PARLIAMENT

Great news from Poland: Klaudia Jachira, a member of the Polish parliament,
has recently joined the Green group in the parliament, adding to the
growing number of Zieloni MPs in the Sejm. With Klaudia's arrival, the
Greens are now represented by a total of 4 MPs, out of which 3 are women.
We are thrilled to see our Polish member party expanding and wish all 4 MPs
the best of luck in their work fighting for a greener and more democratic
Poland and Europe!

Croatia

THOMAS WAITZ VISITS MOŽEMO PARTY ASSEMBLY

Last weekend, our co-chair and Green MEP Thomas Waitz was at the Croatian
Green-Left party’s assembly alongside Zorislav Antun Petrović, president
of Zelena alternativa - ORaH. Translating to ‘We can!’, Možemo has
united progressive forces to give a real option for change and citizen
participation in Croatia. At their assembly the party elected MP Sandra
Benčić and Zagreb mayor Tomislav Tomašević as co-coordinators. We wish
them all the best for next year's EP, parliamentary and presidential
elections in Croatia.

tilt! - The ChangeMaking Network

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European rivers are in a dire state!

Recent environmental catastrophes on the Oder and Sajó rivers have led to
mass die-offs of fish and other wildlife. And this is not a local problem.
Only 44% of Europe's surface waters are in good condition. Mining,
industrial agriculture and other economic activities are killing our rivers
– a high price to pay for short-term financial profits. 

 

JOIN US IN CALLING ON THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION TO BAN DUMPING OF WASTE AND
INDUSTRIAL DISCHARGE INTO EUROPEAN RIVERS, NOW!

SIGN THE PETITION

Upcoming Events

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NEWS FROM PARTNER ORGANISATIONS

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CREATING THE FUTURE...

 

The Global Greens Congress is finally here! Time to get your ticket to the
only event that really connects you to the global community committed to
making a difference.

 

Get your ticket here [18]. Find out more here [19]. And
see you there! 

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SWEDEN’S GREEN TRANSITION ABANDONED 

 

A political party founded by neo-Nazis now holds significant influence over
Swedish politics. The _Green European Journal_ looks at how the Sweden
Democrats are steering the country away from a progressive course. Read the
full article here [21].

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BECOME A YOUNG ELECTED POLITICIAN

 

The Young Elected Politicians (YEPs) programme [23] of the European
Committee of the Regions (CoR) is now open for applications! The GREENS IN
THE COR would like to see as many Green YEPs as possible, and
therefore encourage either you to apply yourself or to disseminate the
information about the programme to young local and regional Green
politicians.

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