Elon Musk calls the perpetrators of the attack on the Tesla plant in Berlin “the stupidest eco-terrorists.” The factory was evacuated due to a power outage caused by a fire on an electrical pole, delaying production until next week. The Vulkan group claims responsibility for the attack, criticizing Tesla’s resource-intensive nature. Tensions are rising with the local community, which opposes the expansion of the factory, putting the future of the Berlin Gigafactory in jeopardy.

According to Elon Musk: “The stupidest eco-terrorists on the planet”

Elon Musk did not mince words in his social network, describing the alleged criminals as “the stupidest eco-terrorists on the planet”. A heavy blow for a company that, instead of promoting electric cars, is experiencing a crisis caused by an attack on its own infrastructure. The director of the plant, Andre Tirig, announced thatproduction likely won’t resume until next week, while the electricity supplier restores the power supply located near the plant. A real test for a company that has already faced local and environmental problems.
In fact, this incident forced the evacuation of the factory that an electrical resistance was set on fire nearby (the plant was not affected), which led to power outages throughout the region. The irony didn’t go unnoticed: a factory that makes electric cars was left in the dark by an attack that could affect any industry. Local authorities called the attack criminal act, affecting not only Tesla, but also key sectors such as hospitals and nursing homes. The security of critical infrastructure is in question, especially given that this attack follows a series of similar incidents, including an attack on a power supply site in May 2021.

Tesla Gigafactory in Berlin: an attack has already been announced

A group calling itself the “Volcano Group” claimed responsibility for the attack, Reuters reported, calling it a “gift” for International Women’s Day. Criticism of Tesla concerns the excessive consumption of resources in the production of cars, which creates a paradox in the struggle for a more sustainable future. The local community has already spoken his opposition to factory expansion, and recent referendum results highlighted widespread opposition to Tesla’s plans to expand its factory. Local activists camped in a nearby forest condemn the deforestation planned for the expansion of the factory.

As the investigation progresses, issues of industrial safety and community relations remain at the center of this crisis. Tesla will not only have to overcome the damage caused by the attack, but also restore trust in the local community. The future of the Gigafactory near Berlin is now in a precarious state.

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