Climate change heroes: Fridays for Future mobilize in Bremen!

Climate change heroes: Fridays for Future mobilize in Bremen!

On Friday, November 14th, the pulse of the climate movement will be felt again in Bremen. Fridays for Future has called for a large demonstration on the occasion of the World Climate Conference in Belém, Brazil. The local group from Bremen has done everything to send a strong signal for climate protection at 4:10 p.m. on Rudolf-Hilferding-Platz, directly in front of the tax office. The movement's motto calls for all countries to urgently commit to limiting global warming to a maximum of 1.5 degrees. The mobilization in Bremen is part of a global protest that will take place in many German cities such as Berlin, Hamburg and Cologne.

“We stand together with our fellow campaigners to draw attention to the urgent challenges of the climate crisis,” explains a spokesman for Fridays for Future Bremen. The climate movement particularly criticizes the fact that many countries in the global south urgently need financial aid to protect themselves from the serious consequences of the climate crisis. These demands are becoming louder not only locally, but also internationally. If you think about the ongoing uncertainty about German climate policy, it quickly becomes clear that the issue is more far-reaching than many would like to assume.

A diverse alliance for climate protection

The Bremen event is supported by a broad alliance, including organizations such as BUND, ADFC, BremenZero and the Omas gegen Rechts initiative. There will also be musical accompaniment from the band “Halftime” at the final rally. “Together we want to strengthen the voice of the young generation,” said one participant in the alliance. The call to stand against fossil fuels and their lobby was particularly well received by the demonstrators. It's about standing up for a fair and sustainable future.

Another aspect of the demonstrations is the tenth anniversary of the Paris Climate Agreement, which will be celebrated in 2025. Despite this positive achievement, criticism of the European Union and the federal government continues because there are no clear climate targets for 2040. Linda Kastrup from Fridays for Future Germany expresses concerns and calls for concrete measures.

Climate policy under pressure

The context of these demonstrations is anything but simple. In recent years, protests have gained momentum, but participation numbers are falling. While 1.4 million people in Germany took to the streets for climate protection in 2019, in September 2024 there were only around 75,000. General social issues, such as threats to democracy, war and pandemics, seem to divert public attention from the climate issue. In addition, more radical protest actions, such as those recently used, may have reduced acceptance among the population.

Despite these challenges, the climate movement is not idle. It has diversified and now includes a variety of social groups. “We need to strategically focus on the local level to gain acceptance,” said one activist. This strategic orientation could become even more important in the coming period, especially as the federal government is pursuing a change of course in climate and energy policy, which will result in renewed protests.

Ultimately, the mobilized forces in Bremen are part of a much larger global outcry that is directed towards Brazil at the World Climate Conference. The upcoming protests are important so that we do not lose sight of the climate crisis and its effects. A call to action that is needed more than ever to protect the next generation.

For further information and an overview of all upcoming actions, the movement provides comprehensive details on its website. Stand up for a better future!