BEM concerned about EU election: Much persuasion work - Union must fight for Green Economy

The Federal Association for eMobility (BEM) has expressed concern about the political development and the strengthening of right-wing populist parties following last weekend's EU elections. Board members Christian Heep and Markus Emmert see "the biggest losers in the European Parliament as human rights, democracy, sustainability, the right to clean energy, quality of life, affordable and functional mobility, and social justice."

"The election results make it clear that we still have a lot of convincing to do to communicate the urgency and benefits of a sustainable economy," explains BEM board member Christian Heep.

It is now all the more important to intensify efforts to establish the Green Economy as an integral part of the transformation process of the energy and mobility sectors at the heart of the European economy.

"We need to highlight the benefits of a sustainable economy more clearly. Innovations in the field of electromobility and renewable energies not only secure the economic location but are also essential for climate protection," Heep advocated.

Despite the gains of the populists, the majority of voters have decided in favor of a pro-European course. However, it is equally important that the Union parties finally align themselves with a powerful Green Economy, abandon their technological openness, and turn towards the economic future of Europe.

"It is clear that our way of life and weather disasters are causally related. The belief in a fossil economic narrative, which is permeated by lies, half-truths, and fake news, persists. It will be a disaster if these forces slow down the Green Deal in Europe," warns the association.