Feb 12 • 12:13 UTC 🇩🇪 Germany SZ

Energy Transition in the Freising District: Solar Park near the Neufahrn Mill Lakes is Allowed to be Built

A new solar park project has been approved in Neufahrn, Germany, set to generate renewable energy for thousands of households while utilizing previously agricultural land.

The Bürger-Energie-Genossenschaft Freisinger Land (BEG) is set to partner with the municipality of Neufahrn to develop a large photovoltaic system located near the Neufahrner Mühlseen, straddling the A92 highway. This project will encompass around ten hectares of land currently used for agriculture, primarily for cereal crops, and will be situated within the protected landscape area of Freisinger Moos and Echinger Gfild. The solar installation is expected to have a peak output of approximately eleven megawatts, which could supply electricity to up to 3,500 households, marking a significant step forward in the region’s energy infrastructure. The operational management of the facility will be led by Bürger-Solar Neufahrn Mitte GmbH & Co. KG, which includes stakeholders such as the BEG, the municipalities of Neufahrn and Eching, and the owners of the leased lands. This collaboration embodies the commitment of local entities to strive towards sustainable energy solutions that align with community needs. The municipal government aims to bolster renewable energy sources and boost local economic contributions through this initiative. In line with broader environmental goals, the Neufahrn municipality has set a target to meet its entire electricity demand from renewable sources by 2035. The planning committee of the district is working to ensure that the development respects the area's ecological and aesthetic values while providing significant environmental benefits by gradually reducing dependence on fossil fuels. This project reflects a growing trend in Germany towards embracing energy transition and sustainability at the local level, responding to both current energy challenges and future climate obligations.

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