Swiss Voters Reject Emission Curbs Over Economic Concerns (2)

Swiss voters rejected a set of rigid emission limits in a plebiscite, dismissing a call for more climate protection over fears that it would stymie the economy.

The so-called Environmental Responsibility Initiative, launched by the youth wing of Switzerland’s Green Party, was supported by just 30% of the electorate, according to government data on Sunday.

The plan demanded, among other things, that greenhouse gases emitted through consumption be reduced to 10% of their 2018 levels within the next 10 years. The Young Greens argued that such steps are necessary to keep what the Swiss consume within the boundaries ...