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There are a multitude of possible adaptation measures for companies. Systematic, forward-looking risk management helps companies to take the necessary precautionary measures. read more

Das Projekt "Alpenkonvention: Sektorale Entwicklung der Grünen Wirtschaft im Alpenraum" analysiert in und mit Akteur*innen der vier Pilotregionen Soča-Idrijca-Tal (SI), Energieregion Goms (CH), Region Diois (F) und Euregio Zugspitze-Wetterstein-Karwendel (AT-DE) wie einzelne Sektoren unter verschiedenen Ausgangsvoraussetzungen in einzelnen Alpenregionen konkret zur Umsetzung einer grünen Wirts... read more

What criteria can be used to distinguish between greenwashing and green transformation in efforts by companies and public authorities to achieve greenhouse gas neutrality? This is the topic of an international conference commissioned by the German Environment Agency. It will be held in English on January 24 and 25, 2023 in Berlin. read more

In 2021, the world’s economy was only 7.2% circular. Production and consumption patterns still follow the outdated ‘take-make-waste’ practices. As a result, the world has extracted 100 billion tonnes (Gt) of materials in 2021 and is more than 1°C warmer already since the beginning of industrialization. Circular Economy can make a decisive contribution to achieving the Paris climate targets and... read more

This paper examines the technical challenges and safety aspects on board the ship when using alternative fuels in maritime transport and compares their use in fuel cells and combustion engines. It also looks at GHG and pollutant emissions as well as costs and possible necessary adaptations during operation. read more

The event took place on 8th November 2016 in Berlin, Germany. Venue: Ludwig-Erhard-Haus, Fasanenstraße 85, 10623 Berlin read more

The German Environment Agency (UBA) reports positive environmental performance 30 years after German reunification. Air, water and soil much cleaner – climate change remains greatest challenge. read more