Green Politics
Green politics puts environmental sustainability at the centre of policy, alongside social justice, grassroots democracy and non-violence. Green parties have entered parliaments and governments in many countries, especially in Europe.
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Grassroots democracy and decentralisation are founding principles.
Committed to democratic participation and often to direct democracy tools.
Strongly defends civil liberties and privacy.
Supports international cooperation, especially on climate.
Non-violence is a founding principle, though some parties now accept defence spending.
Generally supports refugees, migrants and multicultural policies.
Supports redistribution and social justice within a mixed economy.
Favours strong regulation and public investment to achieve environmental goals.
Critical of trade deals lacking environmental standards; favours local production.
Largely secular, with some members drawing on religious or spiritual ecology.
Strongly progressive on gender, LGBT rights and minority rights.
Cautious about genetic engineering and some technologies, but supports renewable energy innovation.