Bund Regionalgruppe Leipzig
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BUND Leipzig: Commitment to Environment and Sustainability
editAbout Us
editThe BUND Regionalgruppe Leipzig is a subdivision of the BUND Landesverband Sachsen e.V. and part of the nationwide non-profit organization BUND (Bund für Umwelt und Naturschutz Deutschland). BUND Leipzig focuses on the protection and promotion of the environment and nature in Leipzig and its surroundings.
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of BUND Leipzig is to contribute to sustainable development and environmental protection through public relations, environmental education, and practical projects. The organization advocates for a livable and environmentally friendly future and promotes community spirit and sustainability in people's daily lives.
Key Products and Services
edit- Environmental Education and Public Relations: BUND Leipzig offers various educational programs and events to inform and raise awareness among the public about environmental issues.
- Community Gardens: The group operates several community gardens in Leipzig, such as VAGaBUND Grünau and the community garden in East Leipzig, which serve as meeting points and participatory offers.
- Local Groups: BUND Leipzig has several local groups, including the local groups East, Southeast, and West, each conducting specific projects and activities in their neighborhoods. These include litter collection campaigns, planting actions, and other environmentally related initiatives[3][4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
edit- Climate Protection: BUND Leipzig is part of the alliance "Leipzig for the Climate," a loose network of many climate groups in Leipzig that advocates for climate protection and the networking of climate activists. One of the significant actions was the letter of demands to the city of Leipzig in 2021[2].
- Sustainable Urban Development: The group promotes the idea of the "Edible City" and is committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly design of neighborhoods.
- Community Work: Through work in community gardens and various local projects, community spirit is strengthened and neighborhood connections are enhanced.
Current Developments
editBUND Leipzig is continuously growing and has recently established a new local group in Grünau, focusing on resuming gardening activities and engaging in sustainability[3].
Through these diverse activities and initiatives, BUND Leipzig is committed to the protection of the environment and the promotion of a livable future in Leipzig.
Sources:
edit- 1 - https://www.bund-leipzig.de/ueber-uns/
- 2 - https://www.betterplace.org/de/organisations/47723-bund-lv-sachsen-buendnis-leipzig-fuers-klima
- 3 - https://www.bund-sachsen.de/service/meldungen/detail/news/bund-leipzig-waechst-mittlerweile-drei-ortsgruppen/
- 4 - https://www.bund-sachsen.de/ueber-uns/bund-gruppen/
- 5 - https://www.bund-leipzig.de