Climate measures that work

Enough symbolic politics

Folkets Parti wants a climate policy that is free from symbolic politics. We refuse to accept costly measures with little to no documented effect. The municipality must prioritise energy efficiency measures in building projects and promote the climate-neutral heating of municipal buildings.

Folkets Parti wants to protect Norway’s untouched nature, animal and birdlife. We do not want to destroy our nature to become a ‘green battery’ for Europe and therefore strongly oppose building wind power plants on land and at sea.

Cleaning up nature

The best thing we can do for nature, the environment and the climate is to clean up nature on both land and at sea. Less pollution lets nature do its job as best as possible. The climate is then regulated on nature’s terms, as it always has been. The municipality of Bergen should intensify waste sorting efforts and aim to cut the amount of disposable plastic packaging in half – in municipal organisations, the business community and in private homes.

We ask the right questions!

Low-emission tourist traffic

The municipality of Bergen must take the initiative to establish service stations with biofuel. Tourist buses that drive in the Bergen city centre must be emissions-free. A city pass is to be introduced for cruise passengers that also provides discounts at city sights and attractions.

Encouraging zero-emission energy

Folkets Parti cares about clean air, land and water. Our overall goal is to upgrade hydroelectric power plants instead of building wind power facilities and to support the research and development of nuclear energy.

We need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by stimulating the use of alternative energy courses and supporting the development of environmentally friendly solutions.

The municipality needs to promote a circular economy by supporting the establishment of second-hand markets and other initiatives.

Maintenance of parks and recreational areas

The municipality of Bergen needs to be restrictive in allowing for the felling of trees and construction in the green areas of the city centre and preserve parks, squares and recreational areas. Public squares and parks should be accessible to and inviting for all residents. New development projects should include parks and green spaces. The municipality should also facilitate more allotments where people can grow fruits and vegetables. Volunteer organisations that maintain recreational areas should also receive financial support.