Heimatcheck 2025: residents demand better bike paths and more security!

Heimatcheck 2025: residents demand better bike paths and more security!

The focus is on the opinions of the people in the region, because the editorial team started their residents' survey called "Heimatcheck". The survey runs until June 22nd and deals with a total of 15 subject areas, including the wind turbines that repeatedly refer to the quality of life. The construction of age -appropriate apartments is particularly criticized in Bützow, and the population demands more cycle paths - not only in the city, but also in the surrounding communities. These concerns are important because the well -being of the residents is essential.

In the city center of Schwaan, the change is observed: the participants of the survey report on extinction of the action, while in Laage the few shops - apart from discounters and restaurants - are criticized. Noise from vehicles and planes contributes to dissatisfaction. At the same time, the residents express the desire for more security and cleanliness as well as improved medical care, especially for specialists. After all, positive feedback is also quoted, for example to the cultural offer that many residents perceive as an enrichment. This positive feedback should be emphasized more in the future.

wind turbines and their challenges

Clear that wind turbines are a controversial topic. An international team from ETH Zurich has devoted itself to this topic and a comprehensive analysis of 400 studies on wind power underacts. Research is to increase the acceptance of wind power and to find possible solutions for the associated challenges. According to the analysis, there are numerous questions about the effects on the environment, society and health. For example, wind turbines can endanger birds and bats, while offshore systems can interfere with marine life due to underwater noise. Targeted selection of location and innovative technologies are discussed as possible solutions.

The aspect of social acceptance is particularly important. In order to improve the conditions for wind power projects, financial citizenship participations are an important step. The Eueco association has currently published updated guidelines that are intended to support project providers and municipalities to take into account the needs of the population when planning. It is about the design and legal framework of participation models that give citizens real say.

demand for security and participation

Citizens in the region want more security, both in everyday life and in terms of the new infrastructure projects. In Bützow and Laage in particular, there are major demands for a secure expansion of bike paths. Medical care is also often described as inadequate, which strongly influences the quality of life of the residents. Leisure opportunities for children and adolescents are another topic that the survey recognized as essential.

Overall, the home survey is an important step to listen to the voice of the citizens and respond to their needs. The survey only takes five minutes, remains anonymous and also has a competition in his luggage, in which 25 cash prizes of 200 euros are drawn each. The feedback from citizens is a valuable basis for future planning and development in the region.

The dialogue about wind power becomes stronger. It makes it clear that innovative solutions and the involvement of citizens are decisive in the planning processes in order to sustainably expand wind energy in Germany.