Moor Protection Miserable Failure in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern: State Fails to Meet Moor Protection Goals by Over 70%
State Audit Findings: Significant Gap in Achieving Protection Goals for Peatlands - Excessive Land Surpasses Designated Moor Protection Standards
Yo, lemme break it down for ya! The Moor protection strategy from Agriculture Minister Till Backhaus (SPD) ain't cuttin' it, according to the State Audit Office. Their annual report states that only 30% of the goal to rewet drained moors was achieved, with only about 15,000 hectares out of the planned 49,000 hectares actually being revitalized.
Now, why's that matter? 'Cause drained moors are major CO2 emitters in MV, buddy! Raising the water level in drained moors is a significant climate protection measure here. The experts believe that up to 30% of all CO2 emissions in the northeast come from drained moors. They used to drain these moors in the past to gain more agricultural land, leading to peat decomposition and the release of CO2.
The Audit Office ain't happy with Backhaus, who they say didn't compare goals to results and take corrective action early on. They pointed out that it was clear back in 2015 that the Moor protection plan's goals wouldn't be achievable using the current methods.
So what's the plan now? The ag and environment offices in MV are gearing up to push for a "rewetting speed" with additional funds, staff at water and soil associations, and state offices. They're also gonna lay a strategic foundation with the State Climate Protection Act, a climate protection measures catalog, and a Moor protection and land use strategy.
But where the hell's the State Climate Protection Act, you ask? The Legislative period ends in about a year, so it's a race against time. The Red-Red coalition agreement of 2021 mentioned it, but it ain't been passed yet.
"Hopefully, it'll still come by then," says Corinna Cwielag, the managing director of the Federal Association for Environment and Nature Conservation (BUND) in MV. So let's keep our fingers crossed, bud!
Now, as for Germany's broader climate policies, they aim to achieve greenhouse gas neutrality, which might influence state-level initiatives[1]. However, MV has been involved in some controversial projects like Nord Stream 2, which faces opposition due to environmental concerns[5]. For a specific update on the State Climate Protection Act in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, it would be necessary to consult local government or environmental reports specific to the region. Keep an eye out for that climate protection act, folks! It's crucial for our planet! 🌍💚🌱
The Community policy and the Environmental Science policy are crucial in addressing climate-change issues, particularly in the context of Moor protection. The State of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's failure to meet Moor protection goals by over 70% highlights the need for improved policy-and-legislation and broader political attention. In light of this, the ag and environment offices plan to push for a "rewetting speed" using additional funds, staff, and strategies outlined in the State Climate Protection Act. However, the progress of this Act remains uncertain, as the Legislative period ends in a year and it has yet to be passed. Science, policy, and politics must come together to ensure effective climate protection and land use strategies.
