Freiheit Emscher Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH
Freiheit Emscher Entwicklungsgesellschaft
editDie Freiheit Emscher Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH is a central element in the largest urban development project in North Rhine-Westphalia. Founded in April 2023 by the cities of Bottrop and Essen as well as RAG Montan Immobilien GmbH, the company aims to develop and market an approximately 1,700-hectare inter-municipal planning area [1][4].
Key Products and Services
editThe company focuses on the development and marketing of five central areas in the Ruhr area. A significant sub-project is Emil Emscher, a sustainable industrial area in Essen that combines economic strength with ecological responsibility. This area offers an optimal infrastructure for knowledge-based companies and innovative production facilities [3].
Main Mission and Values
editThe main mission of Freiheit Emscher is to develop and implement urban development improvements for commercial and industrial areas as well as neighboring residential areas and open spaces. The company attaches great importance to cooperation between the participating cities and partners in order to create a sustainable region [1][4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editA central goal of Freiheit Emscher is the promotion of sustainability. In particular, the Emil Emscher project is dedicated to climate neutrality and is closely linked to the climate resolution of the city of Essen, which aims to become climate neutral by 2035 to 2040. Through the development of sustainable industrial areas, the company wants to contribute to ecological responsibility [3].
Current Developments
editThe company is using funding from the EU funding pot "Just Transition Fund NRW" to promote regional structural development. The first mining area in the north of Essen will be renovated and made available for settlements by the end of 2023. All areas should be developed by around 2030 [1][5].