Hydropower plant on the Nonner ramp: dispute between supporters and opponents!

Hydropower plant on the Nonner ramp: dispute between supporters and opponents!

Bad Reichenhall, Deutschland - An exciting information evening in Bad Reichenhall brought the heated debates about the controversial hydropower plant on the Nonner ramp again! Representatives of Stadtwerke Bad Reichenhall and the Bavarian state power plants invited to the Reichenhall Museum, where opponents and supporters of the project met. The central question that moved everyone: How will the construction influence the unique nature of the Saalach? Some visitors were concerned that water rescues could be in danger, while others firmly believe in the benefits of the power plant.

the passionate discussions

The event was a melting pot for opinions! Residents and conservationists took the opportunity to express their concerns about experts such as engineers and environmental planners. "I have no understanding of the construction of a hydropower plant!" Squipped a conservationist and reported on endangered species such as kingfish and water ambulance. The question of the financial aspects and the condition of the water in hot summer months was also a hot topic. Critics emphasized that the population will be faced with the consequences of the project for a long time.

But the evening was not only a forum for the opponents, some supporters also spoke up. A resident emphasized that the project is a necessary solution and that he is not afraid of floods. Stadtwerke boss Peter Fösel said that the power plant can supply up to 2400 households with electricity and that the safety of the fish will be guaranteed. The cost of the power plant is estimated at around ten million euros, even if many details are still open. The final GO for construction depends on the approval of the district office.

innovative solutions for nature

A highlight of the evening was the idea of the "fish protection door", which was developed in cooperation with the University of Innsbruck. This innovative technology is intended to ensure that fish do not get into the turbines. A combination of mechanical and electrical barriers safely redirects the animals. The program item on the ecological measures of all passed plans that are to be pursued in the sense of nature conservation ensured exciting interest.