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Climate Citizens’ Councils: Politicians fail to implement “high-quality“ proposals

The 57 citizens’ councils across Germany on laws and decisions have only had a marginal direct impact, according to a study commissioned by the New Generation climate movement. They have remained “friendly, moderated fig leaves of democracy“.

13. November 2025
With the Parliament of the People, the New Generation has also initiated its own citizens' council. (picture alliance / PIC ONE | Stefan Müller)

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Last updated: 13. November 2025