The far-right Rassemblement National (RN) party skillfully preys on the fears of the French population, focusing on foreigners, criminals, and downgrading. Surprisingly, the party does not consider climate change a pressing concern, opting to downplay the issue instead. Despite the urgency of climate-related degradation, RN leader Marine Le Pen dismisses reports by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) as “alarmist.”
Leading in opinion polls for parliamentary elections, the RN denounces punitive environmentalism and aims to undo recent progress in environmental policy. The rejection of climate change efforts has become a growing political trend, as demonstrated in recent European elections. However, ignoring environmental challenges will only exacerbate the issue in the long run.
The RN’s approach to environmentalism, advocating for fossil fuel promotion and opposing renewables like wind power, is short-sighted and counterproductive. The party’s promises of environmental policies without constraints would hinder France’s progress towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions and meeting international climate goals.
The antithesis of the RN’s culture
The RN’s anti-environmental agenda and prioritization of national interests over global cooperation are fundamentally at odds with effective climate action. By promoting isolationism and national preference, the party jeopardizes France’s position in the global push for sustainable development.
The RN’s approach to environmental issues is cause for concern, as it undermines international cooperation and essential values needed to combat climate change effectively.