The key points of the new climate law

"Previous climate policy was largely about bans and finger-wagging. But that doesn't win the necessary majority for this issue. My approach is different: I prioritize cooperation and address people's concerns and needs. I will demonstrate that there is a path in climate policy that simultaneously opens up opportunities for jobs and the domestic economy while taking people's needs into account. I rely on consensus rather than conflict," said Totschnig.

The Climate Act is based on three pillars:

1. Climate protection – a concrete roadmap to reduce emissions
2. Climate change adaptation – strengthening resilience through targeted investments, e.g., in flood protection
3. Circular economy – promoting recycling and resource efficiency to reduce material consumption and save CO2

Collaboration in a new framework

• Steering group at the technical and political level
• Broad involvement of relevant stakeholders: parliamentary parties, states and municipalities, social partners, interest groups, and environmental organizations Scientific
• Climate Advisory Board: Scientists from various fields and disciplines, including nature, technology, and business, are actively involved.

Climate roadmap with clear responsibilities

• Sectoral target paths: A climate roadmap, which will be developed in the next step, defines target paths for each sector.
• It shows who is making what contribution to emissions reduction.
• The key is to achieve the overall target.
• It clearly defines who is responsible for what.
• The already agreed climate check will also be enshrined. Monitoring and effectiveness control: Progress will be regularly measured and evaluated. This allows for verification of whether the measures implemented are achieving the desired effects.

Next steps

• The draft is currently being coordinated within the coalition.
• A public review will follow.