Sächsisches Landesamt für Umwelt, Landwirtschaft und Geologie (LfULG)
About the funder
The Saxon State Office for Environment, Agriculture and Geology (LfULG) is a central specialist authority of the Free State of Saxony. It is responsible for the areas of environment, nature conservation, agriculture, geology, and rural development. The authority undertakes tasks in advisory services, applied research, funding, monitoring, reporting, and documentation. With approximately 1,300 employees, the LfULG operates at five main locations in Dresden, Freiberg, Nossen, and Köllitsch. It is subordinate to the State Ministry for Environment and Agriculture (SMUL) and works with high expertise in all technical, enforcement, and funding matters.
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Mission & Vision
The LfULG is committed to the preservation and improvement of the condition of nature and the environment. It promotes the sustainable use of natural resources and supports economic development in agriculture and the food industry. The authority imparts practical knowledge in initial, advanced, and continuing education and strengthens rural areas as attractive living spaces. Information on the environment, agriculture, geology, and rural areas is provided in a target group-oriented manner to identify hazards and minimize risks.
Target groups
The target group of the Saxon State Office for Environment, Agriculture and Geology (LfULG) includes agricultural enterprises, land users, nature conservation organizations, and the general public in Saxony. The authority provides support and advice in the fields of environment, agriculture, and geology. It is aimed at individuals and organizations interested in the sustainable use of natural resources and promoting economic development in the agricultural and food sectors.