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Mats Green (M)
What Mats Green has said in the chamber of the Swedish Riksdag, debate by debate. The lines under each debate sum up a speech; they are written and translated by AI in advance and may contain errors, so check against the speech.
Kammarkoll has the Riksdag's speeches from 26 September 2022 onwards; older debates are not included.
Transparency in political processes and party contributions
- Wish to support the committee's proposal to increase transparency and strengthen democracy. Argues that the ban on anonymous contributions and requirements for lobby registers are reasonable measures, and that the regulation of labor market organizations' contributions respects the individual's right to self-determination. Read the speech
Somalia case governance and audit report debate
- Thanks the committee's secretariat and colleagues for the collegial work on the review report. Criticizes deficiencies in five cases concerning the principle of public access, Lantmäteriet, Northvolt, the minister's shareholdings, and the assistance allowance. Argues that the opposition uses the committee for partisan criticism instead of constitutional review. Read the speech
Mattias Almqvist elected as Parliamentary Ombudsman from 2026
- Proposes that the Riksdag elects Mattias Almqvist as the new Parliamentary Ombudsman from and with June 1, 2026. Justifies the proposal with Almqvist's experience from the Court of Appeal and various government inquiries. Read the speech
National minority languages: Audit Office criticizes state efforts
- Welcomes the criticism regarding short-term investments and lack of coordination. Argues that the government has already taken structural measures through permanent funding, coordination via MUCF and improved distance learning. Read the speech
Public administration: S, M, V, C, MP debate service design
- Criticizes agency activism as a democratic problem where agencies pursue political agendas instead of applying the law. Wants to see an efficient administration that stands on the side of the citizens and advocates for a stricter civil servant responsibility. Read the speech
Minister performance and government handling scrutiny
- Argues that the review is a cornerstone for legal certainty and trust. Emphasizes that the government has strengthened security functions but criticizes that the government must become clearer with its justifications in the event of the Council for Legislation's remissions. Read the speech
State budget for security, welfare and bank profit tax
- Argues that the government has shown decisiveness by scaling up and sharpening the state apparatus to meet uncertain times and cyber threats. Criticizes the opposition's proposals for cuts to the Government Offices as incorrect policy in a vulnerable situation. Moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Constitutional preparedness: special powers and civil liberties
- Welcomes the proposal on strengthened constitutional preparedness to ensure democratic stability and effective action during crises. Argues that the proposals are well-balanced and create a balance between protecting the realm and upholding the foundations of the constitutional system. Read the speech
Information exchange between authorities to combat crime and fraud
- Request approval for the committee's proposal. Argues that increased information exchange between authorities is necessary to combat crime, reduce fraud and increase efficiency in order to protect the citizens and the welfare. Read the speech
Referendum on constitutional proposal: SD, M, and L debate
- Argues that the proposed order is reasonable as it provides a well-balanced balance between a strengthened protection for the constitutional laws and the possibility to adapt them in the case of broad consensus. Moves for rejection of the request for a referendum because the proposal is backed by a unanimous parliamentary committee. Read the speech
Economy, migration, and welfare debate on child poverty
- Criticizes that the Social Democrats want to raise taxes to increase benefits for groups that do not work. Argues that the government instead focuses on the work principle and incentives for work. Read the speech
Nuclear power financing: SD risk-sharing vs. M loans and S costs
- Argues that the Social Democrats avoid presenting their own solution to the need for predictable electricity production in southern Sweden. Asks how the Social Democrats will ensure this production and what it will cost. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the opposing party does not report costs for its alternatives. Argues that the decision on new nuclear power must be made now due to pressure from the business sector. Points out that the government has previously opposed combined heat and power and hydropower. Read the speech
- Argues that nuclear power is the best base production for a stable power system and that the alternative is more expensive and risky. Proposes state risk-sharing in the form of loans to secure investments and guarantee Swedish industry and welfare. Read the speech
- Argues that the population has already paid for the decommissioning of nuclear power and that current policy restores the playing field. Asks what the Center Party's alternative costs and claims that their proposal implies electricity rationing. Clarifies that the support consists of loans that must be repaid with interest. Read the speech
- Denies that there is any proposal for a nuclear power tax. Argues that the financing is carried out through loans that are to be repaid with interest. Asks what the opportunity cost is for the proposal that households and companies should consume less electricity. Read the speech
- Argues that the market and technology have already achieved energy efficiency. Asks about the opportunity cost of the opponent's proposal and claims that there is no free alternative to nuclear power financing. Read the speech
- Argues that there is no risk that new nuclear power will knock out existing nuclear power. Claims that nuclear power needs a restart for the sake of the environment, growth, and welfare after six reactors were shut down. Read the speech
- Argues that the public sector must have a basic grip on society-critical infrastructure and that the state should take responsibility for nuclear power. Wants to set the same requirements on all types of power to deliver electricity around the clock, every day of the year. Read the speech
- Argues that nuclear power is an irreplaceable part of the planned baseload for a successful and fossil-free Sweden. Criticizes the Left Party's energy policy and demands technology-neutral requirements for all types of power. Read the speech
- Argues that nuclear power is a supporting pillar in a robust electricity system based on proven science. Denies that it is a punitive tax as it is loans that must be repaid with interest. Criticizes the Green Party's weather-dependent power system as unreliable and incompatible with Sweden's success as an industrial country. Read the speech
- Argues that the criticism against nuclear power is based on self-interest. Claims that Miljöpartiet has previously opposed hydropower and combined heat and power through taxes and decommissioning, and emphasizes that nuclear power is an indispensable part of a fossil-free baseload. Read the speech
Legal certainty, healthcare, economy and infrastructure debate
Sweden energy policy: nuclear vs renewables and electricity prices
- Argues that the opposition's focus on weather-dependent power threatens the stability of the electricity system and criticizes their previous policy which dismantled nuclear power. Proposes that the government rebuilds a robust system by investing in nuclear power, shortening lead times for the electricity grid, and strengthening the power balance. Read the speech
- Argues that too much weather-dependent energy causes problems in the power system and criticizes the Green Party's policy which leads to volatile electricity prices in Skåne. Suggests that nuclear power is an important part of the solution to reach the climate goals. Read the speech
- Argues that weather-dependent power does not deliver the lowest electricity prices and that the Spain incident was due to difficulties with weather-dependent power. Claims that the government's measures have lowered electricity prices in all areas. Read the speech
- Argues that several parties share responsibility for the current energy policy. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for taking credit for the nuclear phase-out in their May Day speeches, despite it having occurred under Social Democratic governments. Read the speech
- Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for having been opponents of nuclear power and for their proposal to shut down nuclear power. Argues that southern Sweden should rebuild nuclear power to solve its energy challenges. Read the speech
- Asks why the Social Democrats oppose imposing a basic capacity requirement on all types of power plants. Argues that it is a matter of course that the power plants should be able to deliver electricity around the clock to secure the electricity supply even during the winter. Read the speech
- Argues that focus should be on the capabilities of the different branches of the armed forces and that equal requirements should be placed on all branches to be branch-neutral. Criticizes that certain branches do not deliver system benefits year-round and requests answers as to why the Social Democrats oppose this. Read the speech
Sweden electricity market: nuclear power vs offshore wind
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Criticizes the previous government's policy which led to a lack of predictable power and high electricity prices. Argues that the government is now strengthening local electricity production, preserving small-scale hydropower, and investing in nuclear power as the only proven power source. Read the speech
- Argues that much work remains regarding hydropower and that Centerpartiet wants to stop expansions while Vänsterpartiet and Miljöpartiet want to accelerate them. Argues that new nuclear power needs to be supported to manage risks with future political decisions. Asks Centerpartiet how they intend to finance the enormous costs that their proposal on connection fees for offshore wind power would entail. Read the speech
- Argues that industries need baseload power and that the government's proposal on nuclear power financing is necessary for the future. Criticizes the Center Party's proposal on connection fees for offshore wind power as unrealistic. Read the speech
- Argues that nuclear power has been phased out through political decisions and taxation rather than market forces. Confirms that they believe in energy settlements but argues that previous settlements are no longer relevant due to the changed global situation. Read the speech
- Argues that the cost of new nuclear power concerns loans that must be repaid. Criticizes that previous governments decommissioned functioning nuclear power plants and questions why Vänsterpartiet wants to provide pure subsidies to wind and solar power. Read the speech
Sweden energy supply: nuclear, wind, and 100% renewables
- Proposes approval of the government's proposition. Criticizes the opposition's division and lack of realistic solutions and argues that the Tidö agreement's energy policy is well-elaborated and benefits companies and households. Read the speech
Gang violence, economy, energy and welfare management debate
- Argues that the government, over two years, has made decisions on more and sharper tools for the police than the previous government did over eight years. Asks the Prime Minister about the expected effects of the new forfeiture legislation. Read the speech
Strategy for cultural and creative industries: SD, S, V
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that cultural policy should promote creative freedom and market conditions rather than state intervention. Proposes a ten-year strategy with a focus on statistics, intellectual property rights, and regulatory simplifications. Read the speech
Electricity grid permit review process and property tax reform
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government effectively accelerates and rationalizes permit processes to meet future energy needs, while simultaneously correcting previous governments' negligences and excessive regulation. Read the speech
- Wants to continue reforming and simplifying the expansion of the electricity grid and other energy. Argues that the aim is to simplify as much as possible, as early as possible and as broadly as possible. Read the speech
- Argues that the current government is implementing regulatory simplifications that the previous government refused. Wants to go deeper by reforming the Environmental Code and urges the Centerpartiet to stop cooperating with Miljöpartiet in order to open up the regulatory frameworks. Read the speech
Sweden energy policy: fossil-free production and storage
- Asked whether countries that have a power system with only weather-dependent power sources. Argues that such a system does not work for industry or welfare and that the Green Party's proposal on storage implies rationing. Read the speech
- Argues that the Green Party's policy has phased out dispatchable power sources, which has created problems in the power system. Wants lower electricity prices to maintain Sweden's industry and welfare. Criticizes the proposal for large-scale storage as unrealistic and lacking existing technology. Read the speech
Sweden energy policy: nuclear, wind, solar and hydrogen
- Want the proposition to be approved in order to create a technology-neutral security of supply goal that guarantees both energy and power year-round. Criticizes the opposition for ignoring the power problem and relying on weather-dependent power, which threatens the industry's competitiveness. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Center Party for avoiding the question of capacity. Argues that industry-heavy regions need predictable and stable power, such as nuclear power, combined heat and power, and gas turbines, rather than solely weather-dependent power. Read the speech
- Argues that the Center Party ignores the power shortage in southern Sweden and criticizes their proposal that industries should only be able to operate when it is windy or sunny. Asks why the Center Party does not want to ensure predictable energy for company establishment. Read the speech
- Argues that the 2030 goal is meaningless because it is already achieved with the current situation. Criticizes the Social Democrats for selling out the power system and asks how they intend to solve the power shortage and maintain stability in the power system. Read the speech
- Argues that the industry requires stable and predictable electricity through nuclear power. Criticizes the Social Democrats for voting against nuclear power and argues that weather-dependent power is not sufficient to maintain a successful industrial nation. Read the speech
- Argues that Norrland needs its own electricity and capacity and that southern Sweden must solve its problems with nuclear power. Criticizes the Left Party's budget proposal and expresses skepticism regarding hydrogen's ability to solve everything. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal is technology-neutral and lets the market and engineers decide on technical solutions. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for not standing up for the industry or addressing the need for electricity production around the clock. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' previous actions and lack of clear proposals. Argues that the Social Democrats lack concrete target goals, rely on non-existent storage technology and risk the industry by relying solely on weather-dependent power. Read the speech
- Criticizes the opposing party for lacking their own proposals and relying on weather-dependent power and energy efficiency. Argues that one must discuss output targets to ensure electricity supply around the clock. Read the speech
Regional development: countryside resources and company growth
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government's policy creates opportunities for companies in rural areas through tax cuts on fuels and that work is now being done to strengthen the mining industry as well as to enable farm sales of alcohol. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Green Party's view of the countryside as a kind of "Skansen" where growth and jobs are hindered. Argues that mining activity is a prerequisite for the green transition and builds both Norrland's and Sweden's future. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Green Party's previous policy for having damaged the power system and hindered the green transition. Argues that the government's lowered fuel prices benefit those who are dependent on cars in rural areas. Read the speech
Mineral policy: uranium ban, coal/gas/oil and new strategy
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the mining industry is a prerequisite for the green transition and security and criticizes the previous government's bureaucracy which has worsened Sweden's international ranking. Suggests shortening permit processes, improving mapping, and lifting the uranium ban to strengthen the Swedish mining industry. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden's fall in the mining ranking is due to the previous government's policy which bureaucratized the operations. Argues that the mineral strategy should focus on mines and minerals, while housing and infrastructure should be handled in other strategies. Asks for self-criticism regarding the policy of the last eight years. Read the speech
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- Argues that there are no reasons for a general uranium ban and that it complicates the extraction of rare earth metals. Criticizes Miljöpartiet for lacking proposals to facilitate the mining industry and asks where the metals will be extracted if not in Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that slag heaps are not sufficient for the green transition and that new mines must be opened. Criticizes general bans and wants to become self-sufficient by mining all rare earth metals in Sweden. Read the speech
Sweden energy supply: SD, M, and C debate electricity prices
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- Argues that previous governments have phased out predictable power and taxed out combined heat and power. Wants to simplify permit processes and obtain more predictable power throughout the country, especially in southern Sweden. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Center Party for having opposed nuclear power and introduced taxes on combined heat and power. Argues that the current government has implemented more permit simplifications in one year than the previous government did in eight years. Read the speech
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- Criticizes that previous policies have dismantled a functioning power system in favor of weather-dependent power sources. Argues that a functioning power system requires nuclear power, combined heat and power, and hydropower as technical prerequisites. Read the speech
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- Argues that the industry in northern Sweden needs stable, predictable and cheap electricity year-round. Emphasizes that the solution is nuclear power, hydropower and combined heat and power, rather than wind power or unrealistic technological solutions for energy storage. Read the speech
- Asks for examples of functioning power systems based on weather-dependent energy sources. Criticizes the Green Party's proposal as unrealistic and argues that they put Swedish business on hold. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Green Party's energy system for being unrealistic and lacking examples of functioning technology. Argues that the Chalmers report lacks realism as it assumes massive nuclear power investments in Germany. Asks for answers regarding the report and examples of the proposed system. Read the speech
PM Question Time: bank tax, nuclear power, and defense
Government work, energy, equality, migration and security
- Argues that the government has made a record number of energy policy decisions to rebuild the energy system after previous moratoriums. Asks how the minister views international nuclear power cooperation, for example with Finland, to ensure long-term perspective and stability. Read the speech
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Nuclear power vs renewables: SD, S and MP debate energy
- Criticizes the Social Democrats for wanting to introduce an unstable and climate-hostile power system. Argues that one must invest in maintaining and building new nuclear power and asks how Skåne will manage without predictable electricity production. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government has decommissioned functioning reactors and argues that this has created an energy crisis. Asks why the Social Democrats do not want predictable electricity production in southern Sweden and what their position is regarding the Green Party's ultimatum against new nuclear power. Read the speech
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- Argues that the best power system is the one that previous generations planned and implemented by adapting production to the regions' needs. Wants to return to this system and criticizes the Center Party's advocacy of the German system. Read the speech
- Argues that the criticism is directed at dogmatism in the power system rather than at Sweden. Asks why the Center Party opposes planned electricity in southern Sweden despite there being municipalities that want to build new nuclear power. Read the speech
Sweden 2023 budget: uranium mining, 60 TWh goal, wind power
- Criticizes that the government has dismantled the Swedish energy system by phasing out nuclear power and tearing out hydropower. Asks if the Social Democrats will scrap their goals of phasing out nuclear power. Read the speech
- Argues that the previous government decommissioned existing nuclear power and stopped new reactors. Criticizes that the Social Democrats voted down Ringhals 1 and 2 and asks if they will scrap their congress decision on the phasing out of nuclear power. Read the speech
- Wants to approve the budget and the new goal of 100 percent fossil-free electricity production where nuclear power is included. Criticizes the previous government's energy policy and argues that nuclear power is crucial for a stable and predictable electricity system. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Center Party's previous energy policy and the decommissioning of nuclear reactors. Argues that the goal of fossil-free electricity has not been achieved and asks how the Center Party stands on a new goal of 100 percent fossil-free and new nuclear power. Read the speech
- Argues that the goal of fossil-free electricity is necessary to include nuclear power. Wants the Centerpartiet to support the goal of 100 percent fossil-free by 2045 with a doubled electricity production. Criticizes the Centerpartiet for having dismantled parts of the power system. Read the speech
- Argues that the Moderaterna have never wanted to phase out nuclear power and points out that Miljöpartiet often says no to wind power. Confirms that safety measures for nuclear power are necessary and criticizes the Socialdemokraterna for having phased out nuclear power. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden should mine uranium and rare earth metals here if we need them. Criticizes Miljöpartiet for not wanting to mine minerals in Sweden and argues that the electricity tax was the primary reason for the decommissioning of nuclear power. Read the speech
EU gas storage regulation and 60 TWh electricity production
- Argues that gas is fundamental for citizens' everyday lives and the business sector. Criticizes the previous government's management of the gas supply and emphasizes the importance of securing Swedish gas supply through increased production of climate-neutral biogas. Read the speech
- Argues that the Centre Party's proposal is a bureaucratic detour that would delay the process. Explains that the government's choice is the fastest route to tax exemption for biogas by going directly to the EU. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's path is the fastest. Criticizes the Center Party for not having pushed for the gas terminal in Gothenburg, which has worsened Sweden's energy and security policy preparations. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has a new goal of 100 percent fossil-free electricity and that predictable energy sources such as nuclear power are crucial. Criticizes the Social Democrats' previous policy and responds that the government has a preparedness for the winter. Read the speech
- Argues that the current government has said yes to six new parks for offshore wind power. Points out that the Social Democrats have decommissioned fully functioning reactors and asks if the speaker can criticize their own decision to deny a gas terminal in Gothenburg. Read the speech
Social policy, energy, immigration and children's rights
- Asks how unlawful evictions of small hydropower plants can be addressed through less intrusive and more proportionate measures. Argues that the authorities' application of the EU Water Framework Directive strikes against the energy supply, the climate, and the countryside. Read the speech
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Industrial policy and entrepreneurship conditions in Sweden
- Argues that free enterprise and regulatory simplifications are necessary to increase innovation and productivity. Wants to improve the business climate by reducing bureaucracy, ensuring fossil-free energy and enabling farm sales of alcohol. Read the speech
- Notes that the government base has unity and stability regarding energy issues. Criticizes the Social Democrats for not being clear about their position on maintaining or building new nuclear power. Argues that industrial investments depend on natural resources rather than municipal governance. Read the speech
- Demands that the Social Democrats clarify their position regarding nuclear power. Argues that the government guarantees electricity to the industry in the north and the mining of rare earth metals for environmental technology. Read the speech
- Criticizes the previous government's results as Sweden has gone from high to the lowest growth in the EU. Argues that previous investments in regulatory simplifications have not led to anything and asks if the opposing party's election manifesto contains concrete proposals. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Social Democrats lacked concrete proposals for regulatory simplifications during their eight years in power. Argues that Sweden has gone from high to the EU's lowest growth during that period. Asks which specific rules the Social Democrats want to remove or simplify. Read the speech
Energy, school, care and economy: S wants 60 TWh by 2030
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- Argues that Sweden needs to continue the work within the EU and rebuild the electricity system by improving the conditions for all fossil-free power sources, especially nuclear power, combined heat and power, and hydropower. Read the speech
Electricity market directive: M's proposal for consumer rights
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal to clarify the responsibility between actors in the electricity system and strengthen consumers' rights. Argues that the proposal is an important step to manage weather-dependent energy sources and ensure the system's balance. Read the speech
- Denies that the proposal is an over-implementation of the EU directive. Argues that the proposal aims to protect a stable and secure electricity system through technology neutrality and to favor predictable, stable power. Read the speech
- Claims that the proposal is not an over-implementation. Argues that predictable and weather-independent power is technically necessary to ensure frequency stability in the power system. Welcomes the Center Party's support for discussing over-implementation in society. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal is not an over-implementation. Claims that the proposal is in line with the government's energy policy and improves the conditions for all fossil-free types of power to create a secure energy system. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal is part of the reform of the European energy market rather than an over-implementation. Asks why the previous government did not carry out the implementation during the three years they had the opportunity. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is carrying out a comprehensive reforming of the energy market to enable payment for system services. Asks why the Green Party did not facilitate new technology or increase electricity production during its period in government. Read the speech
- Argues that the Green Party's focus on flexibility implies less electricity production, which is not a sustainable way forward. Claims that the government is now reforming the energy market after the previous government failed to do so. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is carrying out the largest and fastest expansion of electricity production in Sweden's history to enable the industry's transition. Criticizes the Left Party for saying no to nuclear power and sufficient expansion of the electricity system. Read the speech
- Argues that the Beken model and the Left Party's proposal are completely different things. Criticizes the claim that nuclear power causes expensive electricity prices and argues that prices rose after nuclear power was phased out. Read the speech
- Criticizes that nuclear power is not mentioned in the motion and asks if the Social Democrats stand behind the government's goals of fossil-free energy, maintaining existing nuclear power, as well as expanding new nuclear power. Read the speech
- Argues that the government will restore a stable, predictable and clean energy system. Asks if the Social Democrats will support the new energy policy goal that Sweden shall be 100 percent fossil-free. Read the speech
Government economic policy, inflation, welfare and energy
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- Notes that the previous government phased out nuclear power and stopped plans for new reactors. Asks if the government plans further measures to increase the prevalence of new nuclear power in Sweden. Read the speech
Regional development policy: mining, nuclear and property tax
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that people should be able to live and work in all of Sweden by removing obstacles for companies in rural areas, proposes more permissive mining legislation with shorter permit processes and wants to enable farm sales of alcohol. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Green Party's previous opposition to mineral extraction. Argues that mineral mining must be made more profitable for the local community and that the Environmental Code must be reviewed to meet the needs of the climate transition. Argues that wind power cannot solve Sweden's energy challenge and demands balance between the different types of power generation. Read the speech
- Wants shorter and more predictable permit processes for the industry. Argues that a fossil-free energy policy requires clean, cheap and stable electricity production through nuclear power and predictable electricity production. Read the speech
- Clarifies that he is not an advocate for wind power. Explains that he cannot specify a particular date for the payment of the electricity price subsidy to companies as the work is ongoing, but emphasizes that it will occur as quickly as possible. Read the speech
- Corrects that he did not mention offshore wind power and clarifies that he is not against wind power. Regrets that it has taken too long to get the electricity price support out to companies. Read the speech
Regional development: SD, S, and M debate growth strategies
- Motion to approve the proposal. Argues that it must become easier to start and run businesses in rural areas by removing obstacles, reviewing the regulatory framework for farm sales of alcohol and shortening the permit processes for the mining industry. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has preparedness for measures in the event of electricity shortages and is working to press down electricity prices. Criticizes the Center Party for having phased out nuclear power in southern Sweden and emphasizes that southern Sweden must manage its own electricity production. Read the speech
- Argues that the government needs a clear preparedness for future electricity prices. Emphasizes that the management must be sustainable and responsible to avoid inflation and high interest rates, while at the same time, focus must be placed on the root cause through increased electricity production throughout the country. Read the speech
- Argues that the countryside should stand on its own feet and drive Sweden's growth. Wants to mine rare earth metals in Sweden to guarantee good working conditions and the environment. Proposes that the transport subsidy should primarily go to companies. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Green Party for restricting activities in rural areas. Argues that growth is created through a strong local business sector rather than state subsidies. Wants to strengthen property rights and the opportunities for the mining industry. Read the speech
- Argues that the electricity price support follows the logic of the Social Democrats' own previous proposal, as the support is to go to the areas with the most extreme price increases. Points out that the government's measures are part of a whole where they have also balanced reduced fuel taxes against inflation and interest rates. Read the speech
- Regrets that technical difficulties are delaying the payments of the high-cost protection. Argues that it is unrealistic to demand that eight years of neglect be resolved in eight weeks and that the change of course will take time. Read the speech
Sweden energy mix: nuclear, wind power and electricity prices
- Asks if there is anything in the previous energy policy that the member regrets. Notes that there are no differences in the appropriations for energy between the Tidö parties and the Social Democrats. Read the speech
- Criticizes that nuclear power was phased out earlier and demands a complete turnaround from the Social Democrats regarding new nuclear power. Argues that the budget proposal lacks funds for the electricity bill emergency and wants that grants for energy efficiency should go to private individuals instead of landlords. Read the speech
- Urges approval of the proposals and criticizes the previous government's energy policy for having dismantled nuclear power. Argues that the government is now implementing a change of course through electricity price subsidies, tax reliefs for combined heat and power, energy efficiency and paused permit reviews for hydropower. Proposes that Sweden needs new nuclear power, a goal of 100 percent fossil-free electricity as well as legal and economic conditions for new reactors. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the previous government did not approve a single offshore wind power project. Argues that Miljöpartiet and Socialdemokraterna have made Sweden vulnerable by phasing out nuclear power as well as making it more difficult for combined heat and power and hydropower. Read the speech
- Argues that offshore wind power must be assessed based on the project's specific conditions. Criticizes the Green Party for denying its role in the decommissioning of nuclear power and questions why taxes and displacements have penalized Swedish combined heat and power and hydropower. Read the speech
- Argues that Norway is not comparable to other European countries because of their oil and gas. Claims that legal obstacles for nuclear power must be changed for investments to become economically sustainable. Asks if the Center Party regrets its previous decisions regarding combined heat and power taxes and hydropower. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden needs more predictable, fossil-free and clean electricity through nuclear power. Wants to give Vattenfall clear instructions and economic conditions for nuclear power as well as urges the Center Party to discuss the importance of nuclear power. Read the speech
- Argues that nuclear power was shut down due to high electricity taxes rather than commercial reasons. Suggests that there are advantages to building new nuclear power where connections to the main grid already exist. Read the speech
- Argues that six extra reactors would have lowered the electricity price and reduced Sweden's vulnerability. Claims that nuclear power was forced down by the red-green government's tax increases rather than on commercial grounds. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats have previously voted down proposals to retain nuclear power and that the party leader has spoken in favor of decommissioning. Confirms that 400 billion has been allocated for new nuclear power but wants technology neutrality for other types of power. Read the speech
- Argues that nuclear power was phased out under a Social Democratic government and that the phase-out did not occur on commercial grounds. Criticizes that previous governments raised the electricity tax to tax nuclear power and combined heat and power. Read the speech
- Argues that the Green Party is now trying to distance itself from its previous nuclear phase-out. Wants Sweden to be able to extract uranium and rare earth metals to reduce dependence on foreign countries and criticizes the Green Party's opposition to domestic mining. Read the speech
- Argues that the previous government failed to meet its climate goals due to their energy policy. Wants more clean, stable and reliable electricity production through nuclear power instead of wind power. Read the speech
Energy policy, electricity subsidies, and climate policy debate
- Asks how much impact the previous government's decommissioning of nuclear power has had on the current energy crisis and what the government intends to do to stabilize electricity prices. Read the speech
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