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The Stadtbetrieb Abwasserbeseitigung Lünen AöR (SAL) is the leading municipal service provider for wastewater disposal in Lünen. The company collects and directs the wastewater generated in the urban area to the sewage treatment plants, plans and builds new wastewater networks and systems, and invests approximately 4 million euros annually in the expansion and modernization of this infrastructure. A focus is on promoting the infiltration of untreated rainwater to reduce the burden on the sewer system and water bodies. SAL relies on a holistic view of public and private wastewater disposal, especially in dealing with challenges such as heavy rain and backflow, and offers free advice to support citizens with property drainage.
The company also takes over the watercourse maintenance south of the Lippe, including control, care and cleaning of second-order watercourses, as well as the maintenance of urban street drainage through cleaning and condition documentation. SAL stands for transparent cost and fee accounting and is actively involved in environmental protection with the aim of turning today's wastewater into tomorrow's water.
Sustainability and environmental awareness are central values of the municipal company. For example, SAL supports funding projects for the protection of water bodies, promotes the infiltration of rainwater as a sustainable alternative to drainage, and offers qualified advice on rainwater use in the private and industrial sectors. This makes a significant contribution to the conservation of resources and climate protection by preserving natural water cycles as much as possible and reducing the burden on wastewater systems.
SAL sees itself as a citizen-oriented, responsible company with the guiding principle of ensuring safe, efficient and environmentally friendly wastewater disposal. The company works closely with municipal partners, other public institutions and the population to develop and implement innovative and sustainable solutions in the field of wastewater disposal.
In summary, the Stadtbetrieb Abwasserbeseitigung Lünen AöR offers comprehensive services related to wastewater and watercourse maintenance, combines high technical competence with a strong environmental awareness and makes a significant contribution to the quality of life and environmental protection in Lünen [1][6][5].
