Environment Minister Schneider Sees Germany in Lead Role in Climate Protection - Germany’s Climate Minister bets on U.S. return to climate leadership ahead of COP30
Germany's Climate Minister Carsten Schneider has expressed confidence in the U.S.'s return to climate leadership, despite recent setbacks. Speaking ahead of the upcoming UN Climate Conference COP30, Schneider sees this phase as crucial for implementing ambitious targets set in previous conferences.
Schneider, who is also the new chairman of the Christian Democrats in Europe, argues that climate action is not a 'luxury issue'. He believes Germany, under the leadership of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, has a significant responsibility to act now. Schneider wants to combine Germany's renowned engineering expertise with robust environmental protection.
Looking ahead, Schneider aims to preserve and modernize Germany's industrial base. He envisions this preparing the country for 'emerging global markets that are climate-neutral'. Schneider sees Germany playing a leading role in climate protection, a position it has long held.
Schneider's confidence in the U.S.'s return to climate leadership and Germany's continued commitment to the cause set the stage for the upcoming COP30 conference. Schneider's plans to modernize Germany's industrial base while preserving its engineering prowess further solidify the country's position as a key player in global climate efforts.
