Climate protection in the dead end: Wissing must react to court ruling

role of the federal government in air pollution control: a necessary change

Berlin (ots)

The Higher Administrative Court of Berlin-Brandenburg has made a significant judgment that could have far-reaching consequences for federal politics in terms of air pollution control. German environmental aid has successfully sued the federal government and has thus […] uncovered a gap in current environmental policy. The Federal Government is now expected to take active measures to improve air quality.

political challenges and responsibility

has already been pointed out several times to the poor implementation of air pollution programs. The guidelines that have been in force since May this year have not achieved the desired effect and are questionable in their efficiency. Forecasts and measures were questioned by various lobby groups, which led to the inactivity of the responsible ministries. A clear responsibility can be determined in the traffic sector in particular: FDP Minister Volker Wissing is criticized to ignore the required retrofits for diesel cars and to block itself against speed limits.

The public health risk

Why is this topic of so great? Every year, poor air qualities lead to tens of thousands of deaths, which causes high costs in the health system. The impending danger from air pollution is not a trivial. This is not just a harmless environmental discussion; It's about acute health risks for the population.

challenges and solutions

The need for an improved air pollution control program could no longer be ignored. The EU requirements that many other countries have already implemented are increasingly becoming the focus. The inability to stick to these standards not only reveals the weaknesses of politics, but also endangers the health of the citizens.

conclusion: a call for active participation

The latest developments are thoughtful and demand a rethink in the federal government. The OVG's judgment could act as a wake -up call to take the necessary measures. It remains to be hoped that the political will will strengthen, especially in view of the impending health risks that an inadequate air quality brings. Air quality can only be improved sustainably through determined action, for the well -being of the coming generations.