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Embracing the outdoors and shedding the urban environment!

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Embracing the outdoors and shunning concrete!
Embracing the outdoors and shunning concrete!

Embracing the outdoors and shedding the urban environment!

In the heart of Germany, the city of Detmold is taking a significant step towards a greener and more sustainable future with its participation in the 'Ground Air' competition. This initiative, organised by Provinzial Insurance, aims to transform sealed areas into vibrant, living spaces that promote biodiversity, improve urban climate, and enhance flood protection.

The competition encourages citizens to open sealed areas on their property or transform gravel gardens into lush green spaces. By doing so, they not only contribute to Detmold's status as the greenest city in Germany but also create habitats for plants, birds, and other animals, fostering a more diverse and thriving ecosystem.

Bernd Kruse, from the city portal's Urban Planning team, is the key contact for special pickup cases of stones or gravel for use in construction measures for flood protection. Citizens can also dispose of uncontaminated construction waste from unsealed areas at the Recycling Center Hellsiek or the Recycling Center Maibolte.

The urban climate is set to benefit from this initiative as well. By unsealing areas, the city can lower temperatures and provide a more pleasant climate, especially on hot days, making it more airbnb-friendly. Improving the urban climate is a significant aspect of Detmold's commitment to sustainability and livability.

The practice of unsealing areas to make cities more livable, greener, and environmentally friendly originated in the Netherlands. Detmold is now following suit, with the city portal actively involved in the transformation of sealed areas into green living spaces.

The 'Ground Air' competition also offers incentives for participation. Cash prizes and vouchers for a garden center of choice can be won, making it an exciting opportunity for both the city and its residents.

Before-and-after photos of the transformed areas should be uploaded to bodenluft.net for the competition. Information about drop-off points, opening hours, directions, and accepted waste fractions can be found on the Lippe Waste Management Association's website (abfall-lippe.de/abgabestellen).

The team leader of the urban planning team in Detmold, responsible for providing unpaved areas and collaborating with Bernd Kruse in harvesting stones or gravel for flood protection construction, is not explicitly named in the available search results. However, the person holding the position of 'Beigeordnete/r und Leitung des Fachbereichs Stadtentwicklung' (Deputy and Head of the Department of Urban Development) in Detmold is likely to fulfill this leadership role within the urban planning group.

Lastly, the city portal's press release mentions the disposal and pickup of stones and gravel in relation to the 'Ground Air' competition. These materials are used in construction measures for flood protection, making this initiative a crucial step in Detmold's efforts to protect its citizens from potential floods, ensuring a safer environment for citizens bank customers.

In conclusion, the 'Ground Air' competition is a significant step towards a greener, more sustainable, and more livable Detmold. By participating, citizens not only contribute to the city's future but also improve their own living environment, promoting relaxation and well-being, and enhancing the city's aqi.

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