Bavarian Greens convene party congress to discuss AfD ban and energy goals

The Bavarian Greens are convening a two-day state party congress in Landshut to address several high-stakes political issues. Key items on the agenda include a formal proposal to initiate proceedings to ban the AfD party, with the state leadership calling for an immediate review of the party's constitutionality.

On energy policy, the party aims to increase independence from fossil fuels by prioritizing renewable energy. This includes a goal to install 2 million heat pumps in Bavaria by 2040 to cover 85 percent of eligible homes. Additionally, the party seeks to favor citizen energy cooperatives in the allocation of state and municipal land.

Other significant topics include the debate over the expropriation of private housing companies and discussions regarding digital violence, featuring a planned conversation with Collien Fernandes. The Green Youth are also pushing for Bavaria to reach climate neutrality by 2035, accelerating the current 2040 target.