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That seems to be a very American perspective. Several European countries have or had Green Parties being part of the government. A German Land (state in US terminology) has a had Green prime minister for 10 years. One could debate whether they have made sufficient impact, but it's certainly very far from "no voter".

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Why the dig at Americans? This is nothing more than tock’s misinformed personal opinion. The United States does work with India to develop green energy.

California is famous for green initiatives and my state of Washington trades clean energy with Canada. I’d be shocked if we are unique in that.

These agreements have been in place for generations. It’s obvious they have voter approval.

> Why the dig at Americans?

America deserves the dig. Pulling out of the Paris accords. 22% renewable usage compared to the 60% of Germany. And now climate change denial.

> The United States does work with India to develop green energy.

lmao.

> It’s obvious they have voter approval.

I mean they did just vote in the guy who calls climate change a hoax.

I forgot about the Green parties! Good to see them having such support!

Unfortunately support has not been growing for 10 years or so. Nowadays far right parties are making the headlines in most European countries.

And this is one of the reasons why the German economy has stagnated for years.

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