For a convincing implementation strategy of the Climate Protection Plan 2050 as a modernisation programme for Germany. "A pioneering role in climate protection is a great opportunity for the innovative strength and competitiveness of our economy," the declaration says. "The upcoming government coalition should therefore speed up the transformation towards a greenhouse gas-neutral economy and seek close cooperation with European and international partners to this end". With intelligent government frameworks, the energy-intensive industry, which is in international competition, can also press ahead with its transformation while maintaining its competitiveness.