Schleswig-Holstein Unveils €3.4 Billion Investment Plan Targeting Infrastructure and Climate Goals by 2030

On October 15, 2025, Ministerpräsident Daniel Günther announced a landmark development plan for Schleswig-Holstein, committing 3.4 billion euros to boost infrastructure, municipal support, climate protection, and public safety through to 2030. Approximately 62.5% of these funds, totaling around 2.1 billion euros, will be directly allocated to municipalities, reinforcing local governance and community trust.

The investment strategy includes a comprehensive infrastructure overhaul focused on roads, railways, and ports, along with enhancing public safety capabilities, including hospital upgrades and better defenses against hybrid threats and climate extremes. Climate protection measures are prioritized, aiming for climate neutrality by 2040 through flood defenses and energy-efficient renovations.

Beyond infrastructure, the government plans to expand kindergarten and all-day school capacities, emphasizing societal cohesion and sustainable development.

The announcement coincided with regional news highlighting other state initiatives such as the launch of a customs ship 'Fehmarn' to monitor cross-border trade and Dithmarschen's digital Welcome Center to attract skilled workers.

Günther emphasized urgency, promising rapid implementation via forthcoming budget proposals to ensure these transformative projects benefit communities within the next five years. This multifaceted approach aims to foster growth, security, and ecological responsibility across Schleswig-Holstein.