Concerned over possible job losses amidst a flailing global economy, German conservatives want to lower the countries commitments to the European Union’s emmision reduction goals. Sounds to me like a lousy excuse to maintain the status quo and keep their pockets lined by dirty energy companies.  Reducing greenhouse gas emmisions does not have to come at the cost of job losses if policies are implemented wisely.  In fact, as we’ve talked about here and here, investing in clean energy can be excellent for the economy and increase job numbers.  Let’s hope German Chancellor Angela Merkel doesn’t bow to the pressure of these conservative luddites.
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