Burgenland: Clear steps to climate neutrality by 2030

Burgenland: Clear steps to climate neutrality by 2030

At a time when many regions still hesitate, the Burgenland sets with itsClimate strategyClear and brave steps to combat climate change. This strategy, which was first adopted in 2019, was checked and specified by a group of 35 experts last year. Now those responsible have taken the ambitious plan to be climate -neutral by 2030.

To achieve this goal, are over120 measuresin planning and already initiated. This process is accompanied by a new expert advisory board for climate issues, led by the recognized climate researcherHelga Kromp-Kolb.

Scientifically sound decisions

TheClimate expert advisory boardHas the task of monitoring the country's climate protection projects and putting politically relevant decisions on a scientifically sound basis. Kromp-Kolb emphasized the need for a solid evidence base to make decisions. The advisory board consists of 16 members, nine of whom are entitled to vote and come from various climate protection and energy areas, while seven supporting members bring their expertise.

Climate protection officer and deputy governorAstrid Eisenkopfsaid that the knowledge from the advisory board should be used as the basis for the next phase of the climate strategy. "We do everything we can to protect our environment, strengthen the economy and improve the quality of life," she said optimistically. Particular attention is paid to the savings and the optimal use of sink potential in order to achieve the goal of a net zero for CO₂ emissions by 2030.

A multiple approach to sensitization

An important part of the climate strategy is the sensitization of the young generation for environmental issues. This year the fourthYouth climate conferenceInstead of which more participants are expected than ever before. Mobile climate-long and age-appropriate programs in schools are intended to help promote climate and environmental awareness from an early age. "It is crucial to include the youth because it is the future of our country," said Eisenkopf.

In parallel to the climate strategy, energy generation is used for innovative concepts. The largest AGRI PV wind system is currently being built in Tadten Wallern. Since April have been there210,000 photovoltaic panelsinstalled, which together with a wind farm on an area of180 hectareswill produce sustainable energy. A modern tracker system ensures that the solar modules are always optimally align with the sun, which increases electricity production by up toten percentenables compared to conventional systems.

Stephan Sharma, board member of Burgenland Energie, said: "We write Austrian and European photovoltaic history." The new system will not only contribute to energy generation, but also offer areas for organic agricultural projects on which alreadyOrganic chickpeasandOrganic potatoesbe grown between the modules.

GovernorHans Peter Doskozilsees the entire topic as a crucial step in response to the current energy and climate crises. "We have to actively act to master the challenges that lie ahead of us," said Doskozil. With these ambitious projects and the clear goal of being climate -neutral and energy -independent by 2030, the Burgenland facesPioneer in climate protectionout of here. Sharma summarizes it: "Burgenland shows what the action has to look like. We have to create a trend reversal for future generations."