Baden-Württemberg: Why it is set to undershoot its ambitious climate targets

Climate policy is playing only a minor role in upcoming state elections in Baden-Württemberg. The Green Party-led government likes to present itself as a pioneer in this area. However, emissions are falling far too slowly to achieve the planned climate neutrality target by 2040.

04. March 2026
Rotorblatt Schwertransport, Münsingen, Schwäbische Alb, Deutschland Schwertransport eines Rotorblattes für den Windpark Hohfleck bei Sonnenbühl auf der Schwäbischen Alb auf einem Spezialfahrzeug, einem Selbstfahrer, bei Münsingen, Landkreis Reutlingen, Schwäbische Al
Long in decline, but recently gaining ground: wind power expansion in Baden-Württemberg, Swabian Alb. (IMAGO / Ullrich Gnoth)

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Last updated: 05. March 2026