Landesbund für Vogelschutz in Bayern (LBV) e. V.
The LBV München is Bavaria's largest species and habitat protection association with over 100 years of experience. It is committed to the preservation of biodiversity, offers comprehensive environmental education, and actively advocates for nature conservation policy. Sustainability and participation are at the heart of its mission.
Landesbund für Vogelschutz (LBV) München
editThe Landesbund für Vogelschutz (LBV) in Munich is Bavaria's largest species and habitat protection association, with a rich history that dates back over 100 years. Founded as a bird protection association, the LBV has developed into a modern and comprehensive environmental association that is state-recognized, non-profit, and non-partisan.
Key Products and Services
edit- Species and Habitat Protection: The LBV Munich is actively engaged in preserving the threatened biodiversity in the greater Munich area. This includes its own surveys and mapping of the animal and plant world, as well as the implementation of protection and care measures. The association leases or purchases valuable habitats to protect them and maintains working groups for particularly endangered species[2][4].
- Environmental and Sustainability Education: The LBV Environmental Station Munich offers a diverse educational program that ranges from early childhood education to university and further education offerings. This includes nature children's groups, school class programs, lectures, workshops, and multiplier training. The environmental station allows for active exploration and experience of nature[1][3][5].
- Nature Conservation Policy: The LBV Munich is politically active in nature conservation and engages in critical dialogues with political decision-makers. The association advocates for ecological and sustainable economic practices, often against the resistance of conventional agriculture, forestry, water management, fishing, and hunting[2].
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of LBV Munich is to contribute to the preservation of natural livelihoods. The association is guided by ecological, economic, and social considerations and strives for a better future through the protection of nature. The LBV advocates for the participation of all stakeholders and promotes volunteer engagement to strengthen nature conservation[1][2].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editThe LBV Munich is committed to education for sustainable development (BNE) and has systematically integrated this into its offerings and actions. Annually, over 600 information and educational events are conducted that address the interconnections of ecological, economic, and social sustainability. The association has been recognized in the UNESCO program BNE 2030 and the World Action Program – Education for Sustainable Development[1].
The thematic focuses of LBV Munich include energy, nutrition, intergenerational justice, climate, Local Agenda 21, sustainable cities and communities, sustainable consumption and production, ecosystems/biodiversity, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)[1].
Through close cooperation, networks, and exchanges with politics and city administration, the LBV works to promote sustainable development at the local level and create a just and livable future[1].