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New solar park in Haldensleben: Citizens have a say!
MaxSolar is planning a new solar park on 62 hectares in Haldensleben. Citizen survey until September 2nd for numerous residents.
New solar park in Haldensleben: Citizens have a say!
There is exciting news in Haldensleben, a charming town in the Börde district: a new solar park is being planned! The Bavarian company MaxSolar has big plans to set up photovoltaic systems and build a substation. The area intended for this extends over an impressive 62 hectares near Bülstringer Straße between the town exit and the Bülstringer Bridge. Loud MDR The project will cost between 40 and 50 million euros, a real chunk that could enrich the region in several ways.
The 3,300 residents who live in the area are invited to actively participate in the decision-making process. They have until September 2nd to take part in a citizen survey to express their opinion about the project. Even if the result is not legally binding for the city council, it will be taken into account in the decision, which could be made at the end of September. The citizen survey is part of the city of Haldensleben's solar policy, which requires citizens' opinions to be collected before construction work can begin, possibly as early as next year.
Citizen survey and information event
On August 12th, information events took place at the Kulturfabrik where MaxSolar presented the project. Citizens were able to exchange ideas at various thematic tables and collect information that could be important for the upcoming citizen survey. These information events are an excellent example of citizen participation, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of renewable energies. How eeg reports, large solar system operators have often recognized the need to actively involve citizens in decision-making processes.
Every household member within 1,700 meters of the planned project has been informed in writing and has been sent a ballot, which must be received at City Hall by September 2nd. The votes will be counted publicly on September 8th, which represents a further step towards transparency and citizen participation.
Nature conservation and economic benefits
Despite the positive aspects, there are also critical voices. Residents and conservationists have expressed concerns, particularly about the sealing of the area that the project could entail. However, city spokesman Lutz Zimmermann emphasizes the financial advantages for the city, which are noticeable through trade tax and payments in accordance with the EEG law. This means that the solar park could not only contribute to achieving climate goals, but also stimulate the local economy.
MaxSolar's initiative is part of a larger trend in which the focus is on democratic co-determination and the active participation of citizens. The future of energy supply will increasingly be shaped by citizen participation. Residents have the opportunity to feel part of the project, whether by investing in the facilities or by actively participating in the decisions that affect their living environment.