Nature and environment

Münsterland knows a thing or two about green electricity. Especially when it comes to wind power. Especially in the northern Münsterland, for example, every opportunity is being taken in many places to exploit the potential of electricity from wind power. The municipalities of Stadtlohn and Bocholt are at the top of the list in terms of wind energy, having even exceeded their potential and thus ranking among the top 10 in NRW. Energy efficiency, renewable energies and decentralised energy production are also important aspects for many companies. Energy storage research, bioenergy and agricultural technology have an above-average presence in the region and continue to grow.

Around a third of the electricity consumed here comes from renewable energies, and the share is constantly increasing. There are now more than 1,000 wind turbines in the region, and almost 70,000 solar panels are connected to the grid in Münsterland.

And the region is coming up with a lot of other ideas to make Münsterland a climate land : Municipalities are on the way to climate neutrality, are increasingly relying on renewable energies or are focusing on new mobility concepts. And the citizens are always in the boat. Learn more:

Would you also like to give your children some information? We have compiled a number of offers under the heading " Climate education " to address the topics of environmental protection, climate change and renewable energies with fun and games. And we have also collected some ideas for exciting family excursions in the region around nature and climate protection.

In addition, biodiversity is close to people's hearts. Many people's gardens, balconies and terraces are blooming, buzzing and humming. And all this in the midst of flowers, shrubs and other plants. For Münsterlanders, it is gardening time at almost any time, so that they can enjoy doing something for climate protection and against the loss of biodiversity and the consequences of climate change. Do you also have a green thumb? Then take a look at Münsterland blüht auf. There we have compiled a lot of information and tips on the topics of climate protection and biodiversity.

The Münsterland tastes good! Nutrition plays an important role here. With a lot of heart, many years of experience and the knowledge of the best ways to grow, produce and process, high-quality food is produced in the Münsterland. The Münsterland seal identifies products that are demonstrably grown, harvested, produced or refined here. In restaurants, the seal shows that the chefs use ingredients from the Münsterland for the vast majority of their dishes. Experience the taste of Münsterland!

Do you like to shop locally? Then we have another tip for you: discover the region's farm shops! Münsterland is an agricultural region and many of the beautiful farms in the region are at the forefront of direct marketing. And nowhere else can you get fresher products than where they were produced. Whether it's fruit, vegetables, meat, cheese or baked goods - numerous farm shops in Münsterland invite you to discover the region's culinary delights. Take your holiday moment home with you!