Wind power dispute in Upper Austria: MfG stops wind turbines around Sandl!

Wind power dispute in Upper Austria: MfG stops wind turbines around Sandl!

On December 21, 2024, the MFG-OÖ (people for good life in Upper Austria) announced the decision that the areas around Sandl and the Saurüssel are classified as "red zone". This means that these regions remain on wind turbine -free, which was called a small Christmas miracle by LAbg. Manuel Krautgartner. The MFG has vehemently spoken out against the construction of wind turbines in Upper Austria because it considers considerable considerable for nature destruction and the associated negative effects on the local environment. Krautgartner criticized the federal government and called for a clear and environmentally friendly planning of energy projects, since there are hardly any suitable areas for wind power in Upper Austria, according to the Upper Austrian environmental and dipl.-Ing. Dr. Martin Donat.

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The MFG sees the debate about wind power as a failure and insists on the protection of natural habitats. The concern about the planned destruction of large forest areas is large and the MFG therefore demands a comprehensive re -evaluation of all wind power projects in the light of environmental protection and the increasing energy costs. "We are the only party that stays on their clear line," said Krautgartner. The challenge is to reconcile the EU guidelines for the preservation of nature with the need for the energy transition. In this context, it was pointed out that areas for wind turbines must be subject to strict legal requirements, such as EnBW

The decision to proclaim Sandl and the Saurüssel on the taboo area for wind power is therefore a significant step in the effort for the protection of the environment in Upper Austria. The MfG sees itself and the local population strengthened in its concern and hopes that this success will serve as an example of more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy decisions.