What is stopping Swiss people from voting pro-environment?

The Swiss population has voted against the Greens' initiative “For a responsible economy within planetary limits.” But why did the initiative for more environmental responsibility fail and what does this mean for Switzerland's future climate?

Both the Bundesrat and the Swiss Parliament have made recommendations against the Greens' initiative for more environmental protection, as it would weaken the country's economy. Credit: imageBROKER/Stefan Huwiler/Getty Images/imageBROKER RF