Woidke: Employee compensation from League provides security.

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On a Tuesday, the E.U. Commission approved a state reimbursement for a coal mining company, worth up to 1.75 billion euros, as reported by the Federal Economics Ministry in Berlin. The decision stems from the agreed-upon gradual coal phase-out by 2038.

The Green League environmental group voiced their disapproval, labelling the compensation as incomprehensible: "It's surreal that we're funding the consequences of open-cast mining that were caused by the League itself, and then providing further compensation for lost profits."

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1. Despite the approval of the compensation, the SPD leader in Saxony, Dietmar Woidke, expressed concerns about the impact on Germany's climate goals.
2. The Federal Government and the federal states are currently negotiating a compensation framework for the coal phase-out, with Brandenburg also participating in the discussions.
3. The mining company in question, located in Saxony, has faced criticism for contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and delaying the transition to renewable energy sources.
4. In a statement, the European Union Commission emphasized the need for a just transition, ensuring a balance between environmental sustainability and social responsibility.
5. As part of the coal phase-out agreement, several mining companies in Germany are required to find alternative economic activities and provide support to affected regions.
6. The Brussels-based EU Commission is closely monitoring the progress of coal phase-out in Germany, with Potsdam, another prominent mining area in Brandenburg, being an area of particular interest.
7. The head of the mining company, when asked about the compensation, mentioned the importance of jobs and the regional economy, emphasizing the need for a sustainable and comprehensive plan for the future.
8. The Green League and other environmental groups have called for a shift in financial support from coal mining to renewable energy projects and sustainable industries, promoting a sustainable future for Germany and the EU.

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