Overview

• The Jänschwalde power plant and Schwarze Pumpe briquette factory have been officially added to Germany's state monument list, recognizing their industrial heritage significance in the Lausitz region.
• Heritage authorities confirmed that the designation will not hinder the continued operation of these facilities, which remain fully functional.
• Modernization and adaptive reuse of both sites are permitted, ensuring their integration into the ongoing energy transition in the region.
• The Landesamt für Denkmalschutz and LEAG are collaborating to balance preservation efforts with operational needs and the transformation of energy infrastructure.
• These sites symbolize Lusatia's industrial legacy, as the region transitions from lignite coal production to cleaner energy solutions.