Bomberg argues the 'greening' of European politics and the advancement of European integration are inextricably linked and that the EU presents a strategic dilemma to Green parties. In short, how can Greens reconcile their radical, alternative politics with the EU's mainstream, traditional institutions and practices? Bomberg's analysis is based on over 100 interviews with leading green politicians, NGO members, environmental and industrial lobbyists, EU officials and MEPs. She includes appendices showing profiles of green parties in European countries, and key policy-making institutions

Acknowledgements List of Tables Introduction 1. Green Politics in Europe 2. Green Issues and Environmental Policy-Making in the European Union 3. Green Visions of Europe 4. Green Transnational Strategies and Electoral Performance 5. Greens and the European Parliament: An Inside Look 6. The Green's Policy Influence in the European Union 7. The Green's Policy-Making Role: Three Case Studies 8. Conclusion