Dam Square fills for climate march to Museumplein as protesters carry signs about heat records and data centers
Tens of thousands of demonstrators marched from Dam Square to Museumplein in Amsterdam to demand stronger government action on climate change and the phasing out of fossil fuels. The event, organized by the Climate Crisis Coalition, saw a lower turnout than the previous year's record-breaking march but remained a significant call for policy reforms.
Over 40,000 protesters gathered in Amsterdam for a climate march organized by the Climate Crisis Coalition, traveling from Dam Square to Museumplein. Demonstrators highlighted concerns regarding rising temperatures, the environmental impact of data centers, and the need for stricter government climate policies ahead of the upcoming national budget announcement. Speakers at the event, including Nobel laureate Joyeeta Gupta, urged the cabinet to phase out fossil fuels and ensure a just transition.
While the turnout of 40,000 was significant, it marked a decrease from the record 85,000 participants at the previous year's event in the city. Organizers noted that participation levels remained consistent with past demonstrations held elsewhere in the country, such as those in The Hague. The march route proceeded through major city streets, including Rokin and Vijzelstraat, with protesters carrying signs and flags from various activist groups to demand immediate legislative action.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
