Climate protection in the Coesfeld district: Creative projects are awarded!

Climate protection in the Coesfeld district: Creative projects are awarded!

Kreis Coesfeld, Deutschland - In the district of Coesfeld, the highly expected climate price 2024 was awarded! Six outstanding projects were awarded for their creative and committed use in the field of climate protection. With a total prize money of 6,000 euros, initiatives were recognized that range from packaging -free shopping to sustainable educational projects for children. This award is an impressive sign of the region's commitment in the fight against climate change!

District Administrator Dr. In his moving speech, Christian Schulze Pellengahr praised the award winners and their impressive achievements: "These projects are examples of what we can achieve together when we take responsibility and become active in climate protection." Hermann-Josef Vogt, the second deputy district administrator, also emphasized the creativity and commitment of the award winners: "It is motivating to see how diverse the approaches are and how much the people here are willing to work for the protection of our environment."

The winning projects in detail

• Kita Hoppetosse, Südkirchen - 1st place: "Living acts - environment" (1,000 euros) are created among more knowledge. The daycare center promotes waste separation and resource conservation through practical actions.
• Maria Montessori Grundschule e.V., Coesfeld - 1st place: Training of climate ambassadors (1,000 euros). The school implements a sustainable front garden project that makes climate protection visible.
• Pictorius vocational college, Coesfeld -1st place: "Digital trade-o-mat" (1,000 euros). An interactive project to promote sustainability issues.

The following projects were awarded in the category private individuals & organizations:

• Citizens' initiative "Sustainable DAH" - 1st place: "Shopping unpacked is worth it" (1,500 euros). A reward system motivates citizens to reduce packaging waste.
• Citizens' Solar Advice Lüdinghausen - 2nd place (1,000 euros). Support in the implementation of photovoltaic systems and e-mobility.
• Garden variety - 3rd place (500 euros). Promotion of natural garden design for biodiversity.

The awarding of the climate price was not only a celebration of success, but also a platform for the award winners to present their inspiring projects. A strong signal for climate protection in the Coesfeld district!