Unpacking local energy conflicts: Drivers, narratives, and dynamics of right-wing populism and local resistance to energy transitions in Germany #DEU

Highlights Examines links between local resistance to renewables and right-wing populism via seven German case studies. Resistance often reflects governance, procedural and distributive justice concerns more than direct populist alignment. Populist narratives often emerge locally, reflecting frustrations with opaque planning and perceived injustices. Conflict intensity varies; rural areas resist more due to strong landscape and community attachments. Transparent, participatory planning can address grievances and limit populist rhetoric in energy debates. Abstract This paper examines the role of populist narratives in . . .


https://www.wind-watch.org/documents/unpacking-local-energy-conflicts-drivers-narratives-and-dynamics-of-right-wing-populism-and-local-resistance-to-energy-transitions-in-germany/