Martin Geilhufe

Martin Geilhufe

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Martin Geilhufe is the State Commissioner for the Bund Naturschutz (BN) in Bavaria, Germany. He is a prominent environmental advocate known for his firm stance on protecting natural landscapes and wildlife. Geilhufe has been vocal in opposing governmental policies that he perceives as detrimental to the environment, particularly criticizing plans that weaken environmental protections in favor of economic interests, such as those affecting ski resorts in Bavaria.

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Martin Geilhufe, the chairman of Bund Naturschutz, describes the decision against a third lane as an important success.

Oberbayern: Ausbau der A8 verzögert sich - stattdessen werden Brücken erneuert - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-08-11
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Martin Geilhufe described the donation of land by Zimmermann as a huge vote of confidence and a great responsibility.

Weichslmühle bei Regensburg: Unternehmer schenkt BN elf Hektar ökologisch wertvolles Land - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-07-25
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Martin Geilhufe, Landesvorsitzender des Bunds Naturschutz, argued that the Bannwald must be preserved for good reason.

Lohwald bei Meitingen: Lech-Stahlwerke dürfen Bannwald roden - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2026-02-11
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Martin Geilhufe, Landesbeauftragter des BN, noted that fewer people demonstrated against the IAA this year compared to previous years.

München: Hunderte Teilnehmer bei Fahrraddemo gegen IAA - München
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-09-13
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Martin Geilhufe emphasized the need for more citizen involvement in decisions affecting their lives.

Bürgerentscheide über Krankenhäuser sollen ausgeschlossen sein - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-07-19
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Martin Geilhufe criticized the government's plans for environmental protection in Bavarian ski areas.

Kritik an Lockerungsplänen für Umweltschutz in bayerischen Skigebieten - Bayern
Süddeutsche Zeitung·GermanyGermany· 2025-04-04
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