Merz: No Climate Policy Against Industry - Merz’s bold climate plan: Can Germany lead with industry-backed innovation?
Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has outlined his vision for Germany's role in global environmental policy. He believes that industry-driven innovation is key to putting Germany at the forefront of climate change efforts.
Merz's approach to climate protection is collaborative. He has stated that the government will work with business, not against it. This stance was clear at the Young Union’s Deutschlandtag conference, where he declared that the government will pursue climate policy in partnership with industry.
Merz's commitment to international cooperation was evident at the UN Climate Conference in Belém, Brazil, in November 2025. There, he called for a 'global push' to combat climate change, demonstrating his understanding of the global nature of the issue.
Chancellor Merz's strategy for climate policy involves industry collaboration and global cooperation. He believes that Germany can lead the way in environmental innovation by working with businesses, not against them.
