German Green Party Calls for Stronger Ocean Protections and End to Fossil Fuel Projects

The Greens propose measures to combat environmental threats in the North and Baltic Seas, including opposition to gas drilling near Borkum and sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet.

• The German Green Party has unveiled a marine protection strategy opposing gas drilling near Borkum, citing risks to the sensitive Wattenmeer ecosystem.
• The party aims to end oil extraction at Germany's last offshore platform by 2035, aligning with broader climate goals.
• Proposals include stricter action against the Russian 'shadow fleet,' which is accused of evading sanctions, environmental damage, and potential sabotage in European waters.
• The Greens emphasize reducing marine plastic pollution and toxic 'forever chemicals,' advocating for modernized coastal wastewater treatment and expanded reuse programs.
• The party seeks to designate at least 10% of the North and Baltic Seas as protected areas to restore marine biodiversity and endangered fish populations.

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