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Schönerting citizens' initiative: Confidence for the new TenneT route 2a!
The Schönerting citizens' initiative gathered at the annual general meeting to discuss the TenneT route and its future.
Schönerting citizens' initiative: Confidence for the new TenneT route 2a!
On November 4, 2025, the annual general meeting of the Schönerting citizens' initiative took place in the Aumonte-Stubn. Chairman Reinhard Birkeneder was able to welcome numerous members as well as Mayor Florian Gams, former mayor and district councilor Georg Krenn, and city councilors Robert Heininger and Wolfgang Leuzinger. After a memorial service, Birkeneder looked back on the impressive milestones that the initiative has achieved since its founding in autumn 2023: Over 100 appointments and activities were held, demonstrating the positive dynamics and commitment of citizens.
Birkeneder particularly thanked board members Markus Halser, Andrea and Jürgen Rother for their active support. Treasurer Andrea Rother's cash report was also presented, with auditors Alexander Walch and Stefanie Girlinger confirming the cash management was flawless throughout. The members of the meeting unanimously discharged the board of directors - a sign of trust and satisfaction.
Focus on future-oriented projects
An important topic at the meeting was the upcoming hearing on TenneT's route options. Birkeneder expressed optimism that route 2a could be recognized as a suitable solution, which would be of crucial importance for the future of the citizens' initiative. Mayor Florian Gams addressed those present and praised the tireless efforts of the management team.
In the context of the energy transition, which will continue to make progress in Germany in 2024, the expansion of renewable energies and the improvement of the energy networks are of central importance. According to a report on BDEW, the new government will be judged on the implementation of these measures, which can also have an impact on projects such as the route. The expansion of photovoltaics and the importance of battery storage for grid stability are key factors that could also affect the route planned in Schönerting.
The progress of the energy transition shows that the share of renewable energies in gross electricity consumption reached 55% in 2024, which is above the legally set targets. However, there is still a lot to be done, especially when it comes to approving projects that require the comprehensive implementation of the energy transition. Challenges such as the slow increase in electrolysis capacity in hydrogen production and stagnating developments in the area of heat transition must be addressed proactively.
Overall, the atmosphere at the meeting of the Schönerting citizens' initiative shows that the members are determined to continue to actively pursue their goals and to seek dialogue with those responsible. The upcoming hearing date could represent an important turning point for the future of the region.
For anyone interested in developments surrounding the energy transition and route options, there are information sources such as BDEW as well as local reporting such as PNP is of great importance.