Swiss referendum on climate bill poses potential obstacle to accelerating renewable energy development.

Switzerland aims to accelerate renewable energy development to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, but a national referendum on a climate bill could block its implementation. The referendum, triggered by smaller groups, poses concerns about fast-tracking large-scale projects and causing unnecessary destruction. The Swiss government wants to use the bill to boost wind and solar power, currently minimal in the country's energy mix.

June 06, 2024
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