Green politics (or eco-politics) offers solutions for implementation of an ecologically sustainable society, rooted in environmentalism, in an environment of non-violence, social and environmental justice, respect for human dignity and human rights, freedoms, equality, rule of law, non-discrimination, anti-nationalism, economic, social and ecological well-being, respect for diversity, grassroots and participatory democracy.
As an ideology, it started taking shape in the 1970s, in the Western world, and found its practical realization in the civic movements of that time.
Some of the civic movements (as a result of the political), later grow into strong civil organizations, which act outside the political structures of power. Almost at the same time, the first green political parties emerge, which stand for the determinations of non-violence and peace, in accordance with the postulates of green policies.
In modern societies, in the agendas of political parties declaring themselves as green, more dynamic and more direct activities (within the framework of local self-government) are promoted for cooperation and involvement of citizens, with the aim of more successful implementation of green policies.
North Macedonia held presidential and parliamentary elections this year. In that context, green policies were not left out of the election programs. Although formally there is a green party, this time it will be excluded from the future parliamentary composition. The green political discourse in the election programs and what awaits the country in the coming period are the use of renewable energy sources, afforestation, as well as dealing with air pollution.
More information:
Visions for a green future
The content is part of the large regional initiative to mark the Western Balkans Circular Economy Week (27-31 May, 2024) under the motto “Sustainable Bridge: Unite, Uplift, Upcycle”, which is implemented by the LogEx regional network, where CIVIL is a member, at the initiative of the reputable think-tank organization Balkan Forum from Kosovo, and with the support of Rockefeller Brothers Fund of the United States.
