Knauf boom or environmental protection? GIPS reduction in the drinking water area at risk!

Knauf boom or environmental protection? GIPS reduction in the drinking water area at risk!

The Knauf group causes excitement! In Altertheim, in the Würzburg district, the company wants to get a huge plaster occurrence underground. But the project works high waves, because the deposits are in the middle of a planned drinking water protection area. Citizens are alarmed and defend themselves against the plans that could endanger their water supply.

Not only in Altertheim there is resistance! In the southern Harz, Knauf also plans to drill into the ground in an ecological protected area to explore another GIPS reservoir. The protests against these controversial holes are increasing, while the company continues to urge the development of the mineral resources. The residents are concerned about the possible environmental effects and the endangerment of their quality of life.

protests against the holes

The plans of Knauf not only cause concern, but also a wave of protests. Citizens demand that their voices are heard and are committed to protecting their environment and resources. While the company points to the economic advantages, the residents are faced with the question: What is more important - the protection of nature or the exploitation of mineral resources?