Fireworks ban: Cities rely on security and environmental protection!

Fireworks ban: Cities rely on security and environmental protection!

In a clear commitment to security and environmental friendliness, Lidl Austria decided to do without the sale of fireworks for New Year's Eve this year too. This regulation, which has been in effect since 2016, is not only implemented in the branches, but also in Lidl parking spaces, where there are no stands to external providers. Simon Lindenthaler, head of corporate communication at Lidl Austria, said: "We remain loyal to this line. Rakets and firecrackers put our environment through fine dust, ensure stress in house and wild animals and violate people every year." Instead, it is recommended to promote the celebrations with sparkling wine cork, which of course can be found in the shops, as vienna.at

fine dust pollution from fireworks

The decision to do without fireworks falls into a larger context of health concerns. Every year around 2,050 tons of fine dust are released during New Year's Eve, with a large part of these emissions being harmful to health. According to the Environmental Federal Agency it can be expected that the air pollution on New Year's Day in many regions is as high as on no other day of the year. The PM10 values ​​that can achieve values ​​of several 1,000 micrograms per m³ per m³ are particularly alarming. The article of the Federal Environment Agency emphasizes that these injuries affect not only people but also animals and can disturb the ecological balance.

The problem is reinforced by the fact that this high level of fine dust are related to the general air quality, which is severely affected in the first days of the new year. In summary, this reports show that both large retailers and environmental organizations question the tradition of the New Year's fireworks due to its negative effects on health and the environment. The absence of fireworks could not only be a question of security, but also a step towards a more sustainable and healthier celebration culture.