BUND Comments on the Demolition of the Moorburg Coal-Fired Power Plant Stacks This Coming Sunday
Citizens' initiative celebrates the long overdue end of the plant
Hamburg, March 10, 2023 - The demolition of the chimneys of the Moorburg coal-fired power plant this coming Sunday marks the end of an era. For decades, the chimneys have been a symbol of Hamburg's dependence on fossil fuels. Their demolition is a sign that the city is finally moving towards a clean energy future.
The Moorburg coal-fired power plant was one of the most polluting power plants in Germany. It emitted large amounts of carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere. These emissions contributed to air pollution and climate change, which had a negative impact on the health of Hamburg's residents.
A long time coming
The decision to demolish the Moorburg coal-fired power plant was made in 2020. However, the plant continued to operate for another two years while its replacement, a natural gas-fired power plant, was being built. The natural gas-fired power plant is significantly less polluting than the coal-fired power plant, and it will help to reduce Hamburg's greenhouse gas emissions.
The demolition of the Moorburg coal-fired power plant stacks is a major milestone in Hamburg's transition to a clean energy future. It is a victory for the citizens' initiative that has been campaigning for the closure of the plant for many years. It is also a sign that Hamburg is serious about addressing the climate crisis.
Welcome to the future
The demolition of the Moorburg coal-fired power plant stacks is a reminder that the transition to a clean energy future is possible. It is also a reminder that we need to continue to fight for clean air and a healthy climate.
To learn more about the transition to a clean energy future, please visit the following resources:
- The International Energy Agency
- The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
- Greenpeace
