Security first: Vorarlberg's struggle against the nuclear waste endings

Security first: Vorarlberg's struggle against the nuclear waste endings

In a current message, Governor Markus Wallner and the Environmental Councilor Christian Gantner, both of the ÖVP, expressed their concern for the plans for a nuclear waste end camp in the Swiss area "north of Lägern". According to these plans, the repository is to be created about 100 kilometers from the border to Vorarlberg. Wallner and Gantner emphasize that the protection of the population and the concern for nature and the environment must come first.

Especially the strict security requirements and the environmental compatibility of the project are of great importance for the Vorarlberg state government. "The risks that arise from nuclear power plants are irresponsible for Vorarlberg, especially in the immediate vicinity of Switzerland," said the two politicians. The conviction of an antinuclear attitude in Vorarlberg is also firmly anchored in the constitution.

security standards and environmental impact assessment

Wallner and Gantner call for the highest security standards and implementation of a cross-border environmental impact assessment for the nuclear waste endage. The state of Vorarlberg has been involved in the planning process for the geological depth camp for years and has also brought specific concerns and claims to the Swiss authorities.

The dialogue with Switzerland is to be continued and Gantner plans to send a letter to the Federal Office of Energy in Bern. In her communication, which also indicates the determined attitude of Vorarlberg, Wallner and Gantner show optimistic and committed in the matter: "We will continue to actively and emphasize for a cross -border participation process." The concern for the security of the citizens in connection with nuclear power remains a central concern of the Vorarlberg state government, such as www.vilan24.ch reported.