Citizens' initiative defends itself against natural gas bore in Reichling

Citizens' initiative defends itself against natural gas bore in Reichling

In the Bavarian Reichling, an active resistance to a planned natural gas drilling point has formed. Land owners from Reichling and Apfeldorf have come together to prevent the construction of lines to the "Genexco" company. By forming a continuous ring of land, they hope to make the transport of gas impossible.

This gratifying commitment to environmental protection comes about through the cooperation with the citizens' initiative "Reichling-Ludenhausen" and the environmental protection organization "Greenpeace Bayern". The group has set itself the goal of stopping the planned natural gas bores and the associated fossil fuel activities. Over 22 property owners support this resistance and have actively used their property rights rights to make it clear that they will not agree to any further measures to promote natural gas.

fences and blockages

The area around the potential drilling point was recently fenced by the company, including an area that was planted by "Greenpeace". These measures were taken to initiate the progress of the holes, but the citizens' initiative is optimistic that this will not bring the desired success for "geneexco". "We have the ring too," announced Franz Osterrieder, a member of the initiative, proud of the solidarity resistance of all property owners.

The 22 property owners have noted in writing that they do not allow any holes or the construction of lines on their property. In an open letter to the managing director of "Genexco" it is emphasized that their properties form a complete protective belt around the boring field. "The properties form a protective belt around the area intended for the gas hole in every direction. This means that the construction of a line is not possible for the possible removal of gas," says the letter and illustrates the firm determination of those involved.

conversations and challenges

Franz Osterrieder describes the challenges associated with the research of the ownership of the adjacent land. In many cases, the initiative first had to clarify the ownership relationships before it could mobilize the owners. However, their efforts have found great response in the community - the 22 signatures are a strong sign of the protest.

Another point in the discussion is the fascinating technical aspect: The proposed drilling point was presented as an exploration project that could help in the coming years to make further decisions. However, this does not let the residents rest. They emphasize that the effects of possible funding are worrying and the protection of the environment must be prioritized.

Eckhard Oehms, managing director of "Genexco", has already reacted to the fears of the citizens. He emphasizes that it is only an exploration hole and that questions about funding will only become relevant in the future. However, this statement does not seem to penetrate among the population, which priority is priority to ecological sustainability.

The majority opposition to the planned natural gas drilling clearly shows that the resistance to fossil fuels in Bavaria is larger. The citizens' initiative and its partner organizations ask for "Genexco" to move away from their project and argue that investments should be made in renewable energies to achieve the region's climate goals.

In the context of the general discussion about renewable energies, it becomes clear that the trend towards sustainability is required from many sides. With their campaign alliance, the real estate owners in Reichling promote movement that is directed against the dependence on fossil fuels and strives for sustainable solutions.

Preparations for the drilling point continue to run despite the protests. In the region it remains to be seen how the situation will develop and whether the voices of the resistance movement can be heard. The intensity of the protest should not be underestimated; It could have an impact on future energy policy decisions in the long term.

in Reichling the message is clear: the decades dependence on fossil fuels is to be rejected. The motivation and determination of the citizens show that there are many who want to raise their voice against this development to make a change.