Power works in danger: Citizens stop wind power plans in Templin!

Power works in danger: Citizens stop wind power plans in Templin!

In the Templin city council, which took place in the multicultural center, an important decision about a controversial construction project recently occurred. As Nordkurier reported, the construction of five wind turbines from the company subscription ABO Energy between the Driving Center was and Vietmannsdorf Discussion. But the building application met massive resistance from the population.

At the meeting, numerous residents from Vietmannsdorf, Gollin and Dargersdorf were present to express their concerns Frank and freely. In particular, the concerns about the economic effects for local companies were loud. Susanne Wurth, a farmer from Gollin estate, made her fears heard. Uwe Noack from Gollin also asked critical questions about the possible nature conservation matters, especially since the planned area is located near relevant nature conservation areas. Protected bird species, such as the screaming eagle, and a winter quarters of 11,000 bats provided additional discussions. "How does that work with our forest fire protection?" asked Noack and drew attention to the increased requirements for the fire brigades in an emergency.

a unanimous decision against the wind farm

Despite the 341 signatures of citizens against the project, the department head The Head of Thekla Seifert explained that the city administration had to submit the company's application. However, the city councils clearly stood on the side of the population and unanimously decided against the construction of the wind turbines. Such a unanimous decision is not common and shows how important the residents of Templin are concerned about wind energy projects.

As in dvw.de , wind turbines in the outside area are privileged, which means that no development plan is necessary-in contrast to solar parks. Nevertheless, the preparation of a development plan can be useful, especially to create the legal framework for the construction of wind farms. These options are often used by municipalities to better prioritize the goals of energetic area efficiency as well as environmental, climate and landscape protection.

The legal framework of wind power use

The legal requirements for wind power use in Germany, as they are recorded on deutsche--windustrie.de , aim to promote the expansion of renewable energies taking into account environmental and species protection. Specific regulations for the selection of the location and approval procedures are used, which should also take into account the concerns of the citizens.

is also important to participate in the citizen, which is promoted by information events and public hearings. This attempts is made to increase acceptance in the regions. But as the latest decision in Templin shows, broad consent among the population is essential for the implementation of such projects. The voices of the citizens must be heard when it comes to the future of wind power in our region.