The plans to redesign Görlitzer Park, including fencing, lighting, and vegetation interventions, have come under criticism from the BUND. While the Berlin Senate states that these measures are aimed at combating crime, the BUND argues that they would have a negative impact on nature conservation and the quality of stay in the park.
The Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg district is taking legal action against these plans, and left-wing initiatives are protesting through various actions. Despite the presence of police and park rangers, drug trafficking and consumption continue openly in the park.
In other news, the BUND in Sachsen supports the decision of the citizens of Wiedemar against the construction of a large industrial area, highlighting the importance of preserving high-quality agricultural soil and promoting sustainable projects. Additionally, the Hessen government's proposed reform of the naturschutzgesetz, which could weaken environmental protection in the Rhön biosphere reserve, is being criticized by the BUND and the Greens.
They argue that designating biosphere reserves through general administrative orders instead of legal regulations goes against federal nature conservation laws and could result in the loss of the Rhön's UNESCO status. Furthermore, the BUND welcomes the initiative 'Earth Night,' which calls for a one-night switch-off of artificial lights to protest against light pollution.
Various cities and organizations, including Berlin and several towns in Brandenburg, are participating in this event by reducing or switching off their street lighting. The BUND Berlin is also offering a guided tour on light pollution, and the Urania-Planetarium in Potsdam is hosting an information evening on the topic.
Overall, light pollution is known to have detrimental effects on the environment, humans, and nature.
