Thousands of people protested in Stockholm over the climate crisis weeks ahead of Sweden’s general election. Experts in Sweden warned that the government’s climate policy jeopardises emissions-cutting goals, including cutting transport CO2 by 70% by 2030 and reaching net-zero by 2045.
WHO:Thousands of protesters; experts in Sweden
WHAT:A large climate protest rally was held in Stockholm ahead of the general election.
WHEN:Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 12:32 PM ET
WHERE:Stockholm, Sweden
WHY:The rally was held in response to concerns that the government’s climate policy jeopardises Sweden’s emissions-cutting goals.
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