The challenge

Citizen dialogue for a sustainable future in Nördlich Lägern?
For over a decade, the Nördlich Lägern Regional Conference has been addressing the potential impact of a planned deep geological repository for radioactive waste.

Safety is the top priority, but maintaining and enhancing quality of life in the region through sustainable development is equally crucial.

To create a shared, future-proof vision for 2050, it was essential to actively involve the population and ensure their voices shaped the process.

The solution

BrainE4: Real-time citizen dialogue for sustainable regional development
With BrainE4, the region launched an inclusive dialogue on the “Vision 2050”: a natural, progressive region where people want to live, work, and stay.

• Citizens submitted their own ideas for the region’s future

• Proposals were evaluated and prioritized collectively

• A shared vision for sustainable development was created

The results

Broad citizen engagement created a realistic picture of the region’s needs.
The results now serve as a clear foundation for concrete measures and negotiations – built on real-time insights from the community.