In a recent press conference, Sweden's Tidö coalition announced a controversial decision to increase the biofuel blending mandate, known as the reduktionsplikt, from 6% to 10%, while simultaneously reducing fuel taxes.

This move, described by Climate and Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari as a "golden solution," aims to balance environmental goals with economic relief for motorists.

The government argues that the increased availability of biofuels will prevent price hikes at the pump.

However, critics, including the Green Party and the Center Party, accuse the government of misleading the public and failing to adequately address climate change.

They argue that the policy changes could lead to increased carbon emissions, undermining Sweden's climate commitments.

The inclusion of electricity from public charging stations in the emissions reduction calculations has also sparked debate, with some viewing it as insufficient to meet necessary emission reduction targets.