Under the title "Measures to preserve and promote biodiversity in Gelsenkirchen", RAG MI, in coordination with the city of Gelsenkirchen and involving all decision-makers, carried out a remediation of contaminated sites on the 14-hectare area of the former coal storage facility, developed a recultivation plan for the area, and after its implementation now make a valuable contribution to securing and increasing biodiversity in Gelsenkirchen.
During the five-year construction period, the natterjack toad population at the site was protected by appropriate measures. In addition, there were several clutches of little ringed plovers and lapwings during construction, which were also protected. Grass snakes and a red kite were recently sighted in the vicinity of the landscape structure.
In the long term, this will make a significant contribution to the protection and development of planning-relevant animals in Gelsenkirchen, without restricting people's leisure and nature experiences. (Source: City of Gelsenkirchen, Environment Department)