Five years ago, the German Federal Constitutional Court set a precedent with its climate ruling – and its impact extended far beyond Germany’s borders. Experts say the backlash against climate policy does nothing to diminish the ruling’s significance.

07. April 2026

Five years ago in Karlsruhe: Fridays for Future protesters welcome the Federal Constitutional Court’s ruling on climate change. (Imago/Nicolaj Zownir)

Last updated: 07. April 2026

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