Swiss Voters Overwhelmingly Reject Environmental Restrictions in Referendum

The proposal to enshrine planetary limits in the Swiss Constitution was defeated by nearly 70% of voters, citing economic concerns.

The referendum, aimed at mandating an economy within scientifically determined planetary limits, was rejected by approximately 70% of voters across all 26 Swiss cantons.
Voter turnout was low, with only about 38% of eligible voters participating in the referendum.
Opponents, including the federal government, conservative parties, and business groups, argued the initiative posed significant risks to the Swiss economy and current way of life.
Supporters, led by the Green Party and left-leaning groups, emphasized the urgency of addressing environmental crises but acknowledged the proposal's radical implications for societal change.
The rejection underscores resistance among the Swiss population to drastic lifestyle adjustments for environmental protection, despite growing global concerns over climate change.