Germany debates how to finance a greener future

Germany debates how to finance a greener future

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Germany's climate cabinet is planning to meet 2030 emission goals by reducing greenhouse gases to less than half of 1990 levels. The main options are expanding the Emission Trading Scheme (ETS) or introducing a new carbon tax. The CDU supports ETS to avoid consumer backlash, while the SPD favors a tax with rebates for the working class. The decision, due on September 20th, must balance emission reduction with economic stability.

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What is the SPD's proposal regarding a simple tax and its impact on the working class?

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What is the significance of the debate scheduled for September 20th in Germany?

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