RWE's 'Forever Chemicals' Plan for Garzweiler Mine Sparks Controversy
RWE's plan to pump 'forever chemicals' into the Garzweiler open-pit mine has sparked controversy. The ÖDP, led by Prof. Dr. Herbert Einsiedler, criticizes the scheme, warning of potential harm to nature and people. Greenpeace has also raised concerns about water contamination in the affected area.
The project involves transporting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), produced by companies like Bayer and Lanxess in chemical parks at Dormagen and Leverkusen, to the former Garzweiler coal mine for landscape restoration. RWE defends the plan, describing it as 'nature conservation' and 'indispensable'.
However, critics argue that these 'forever chemicals' will accumulate in the mine, posing long-term health and environmental risks. Prof. Einsiedler highlights a 2021 chemical accident that resulted in deaths and environmental damage, emphasizing the potential dangers of the plan.
Despite RWE's claims, the plan to pump toxic 'forever chemicals' into the Garzweiler mine remains contentious. The ÖDP and Greenpeace urge caution, citing potential risks to both people and the environment. The final decision on the project's fate remains to be seen.
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