Ökolöwe – Umweltbund Leipzig e.V.

The Ökolöwe – Umweltbund Leipzig e.V. is a non-profit association that has been fighting for strong environmental protection and sustainable urban development in Leipzig since its founding on November 23, 1989.

The main mission of the Ökolöwe is to protect and preserve the environment, nature, and livelihoods in and around Leipzig. The association advocates for an environmentally friendly and ecologically sustainable development of the region, with the goal of transforming Leipzig into a climate-positive city that offers a livable home for current and future generations[3][4].

• Environmental Library Leipzig: The Ökolöwe operates an environmental library that provides information and advice on nature and environmental topics.
• Community Garden Connewitz: A community garden that serves as an example of sustainable urban development.
• Projects and Campaigns: The association conducts various projects and campaigns, such as the Leipzig City Cycling, Environmental Days, and the Eco-Fete, to inspire the population towards a sustainable and resource-conserving lifestyle[3][4].
• Nature Conservation and Species Protection: The Ökolöwe is actively engaged in the preservation of the Leipzig floodplain forest and advocates against tree felling and the expansion of waterways to secure biodiversity[4].

• Environmental and Nature Conservation: The association works on the restoration and preservation of the natural environment in Leipzig, including the revitalization of the Leipzig floodplain landscape and the protection of the Leipzig floodplain forest.
• Sustainable Urban Development: The Ökolöwe promotes the creation of urban green spaces, additional cycling and walking paths, as well as better and affordable public transport.
• Climate Crisis and Mobility Transition: With initiatives such as the Climate Alliance Leipzig and the project "Make it Quieter" for a low-noise city, the Ökolöwe works on solutions for the climate crisis and sustainable mobility[3][4].
• Eco-Fete: Annually, the Ökolöwe hosts the Eco-Fete, Central Germany's largest environmental fair, which raises awareness for climate, environmental, and nature conservation issues and presents innovative, sustainable solutions[5].

The Ökolöwe works closely with other regional environmental associations and citizen initiatives to achieve its goals. The association has about 1,500 supporters and provides a platform for the exchange and networking of environmentally friendly ideas and actions through its events and projects[3][4].

The Ökolöwe is a central actor in Leipzig's environmental protection and continuously advocates for a livable and sustainable future for the city.

• 1 - https://www.oekoloewe.de
• 2 - https://www.oekoloewe.de/ag-naturschutz.html
• 3 - https://www.leipzig.de/buergerservice-und-verwaltung/unsere-stadt/vereine-in-leipzig/vereine/projekt/oekoloewe-umweltbund-leipzig-ev
• 4 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%96kol%C3%B6we_%E2%80%93_Umweltbund_Leipzig
• 5 - https://www.oekoloewe.de/oekofete.html