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Residents Oppose Proposed Solar Park in Schleesen
Residents of the town of Schleesen in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, are voicing their opposition to a planned solar park. The proposed project, one of the largest in the region, faces resistance from locals who argue that it will harm the local environment and disrupt the town's landscapes.
The planned solar park, which would cover a 156-hectare area near Kemberg, has been met with concern by residents who feel insufficiently informed about the project. A citizen initiative has mobilized in Schleesen, raising concerns about the impact on local nature and the picturesque view.
According to officials, the facility would bring in approximately 400,000 euros annually for the city of Kemberg. However, this potential financial gain has not alleviated residents' worries. Maik Bilke, head of the agricultural cooperative Selbitz, sees an opportunity to utilise poor soils on his land, but some residents are hesitant to sell their properties.
Kemberg's mayor, Torsten Seelig, is in support of the project, stating that the conditions for photovoltaic installations are ideal. Despite this support, some residents have expressed feelings of helplessness and deception, as they were reportedly unaware of the project's scale.
Residents have organised door-to-door campaigns to inform neighbours about the solar investment and have argued that the project is oversized and is being rushed through without appropriate resident consultation.
The citizen initiative, which has few members, is facing challenges in gathering support. Participation in an online petition has been modest compared to previous projects. Residents, however, remain steadfast in their opposition and have enlisted the support of Schleesen's deputy mayor Friedhelm Bellin.
The issue of solar energy development in Saxony-Anhalt has gained prominence in recent months, with numerous projects underway.
- The concerned residents of Schleesen argue that the proposed solar park, a key component of the renewable-energy industry, might have a detrimental effect on the local environment.
- The resistance against the project stems from worries about its potential impact on the region's climate-change efforts, as well as the disruption of the town's landscapes.
- Despite the financial benefits the solar park could offer for Kemberg, the environmental-science community points out the need for proper consultation and careful consideration of the project's scale in the face of concerns about local nature and aesthetics.
- As the debate over solar energy expansion in Saxony-Anhalt continues, both sides of the argument engage in discussions with members of the finance and industrial sectors, seeking a balance between economic growth and environmental preservation.
