The Entwicklungsgesellschaft Gummersbach mbH is a subsidiary of the city of Gummersbach and plays a central role in urban development. For more than 60 years, the company has contributed to shaping the city, in particular through the development and opening up of residential and commercial areas as well as the revitalization of inner-city districts[1][3].
The main mission of the EGG is to secure and promote the quality of life and leisure in Gummersbach. It attaches importance to the overall urban significance and examines each project for its impact on the city, society and the environment[1]. Close cooperation with the city administration and citizens is of central importance.
Although explicit sustainability goals are not named, the EGG's focus is on long-term urban development projects that are intended to be both economically and ecologically sustainable. The revitalization of industrial wastelands and the development of inner-city districts demonstrate the commitment to sustainable urban development[3].
In 2021, the development of new residential and commercial areas began, such as the Windhagen residential area and the Sonnenberg-Nord industrial park[1]. These projects underline the ongoing dynamics in urban development and the role of the EGG as a driving force.
