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  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2024

    GE-I-2: Heat-related mortalities

    The picture shows an elderly woman wearing a white blouse. The lady is holding on to a rollator with one hand, while she is holding the back of her left hand to her forehead. In the background, a few fuzzy treetops or bushes are visible in bright light.

    … this heat period 15 . Although some very high temperatures were measured also in 2019, there were repeatedly weeks with lower temperatures interspersed between heat … this heat period 15 . Although some very high temperatures were measured also in 2019, there were repeatedly weeks with lower temperatures interspersed between heat …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 08.12.2025

    Cluster Human Health

    The picture shows a woman’s face with beads of perspiration caused by the summer heat. The woman is holding a hand to her forehead. In the left-hand side of the picture is a thermometer indicating 40°C air temperature.

    … 10 - Rickerts V. 2019: Climate change and systemic fungal infections. Bundesgesundheitsblatt … 62(5): 646–651. doi: 10.1007/s00103-019-02931-z 11 - Mücke H.-G., Matzarakis A. 2019: Klimawandel und Gesundheit: Tipps für sommerliche Hitze und Hitzewellen. … 10 - Rickerts V. 2019: Climate change and systemic fungal infections. Bundesgesundheitsblatt … 62(5): 646–651. doi: 10.1007/s00103-019-02931-z 11 - Mücke H.-G., Matzarakis A. 2019: Klimawandel und Gesundheit: Tipps für sommerliche Hitze und Hitzewellen. …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    LW-R-4: Cultivation of thermophilic crops

    The picture shows the ripe ears of durum wheat plants in sunny weather.

    … suffer too. Consequently, the grain maize harvest of 2018 was disastrous. In summer 2019, however, the harvest was unexpectedly good as a result of rainfall in late … suffer too. Consequently, the grain maize harvest of 2018 was disastrous. In summer 2019, however, the harvest was unexpectedly good as a result of rainfall in late …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    LW-I-2: Yield fluctuations

    The picture shows the soil of a cereal field, with large cracks caused by drought.

    … of heavy rain resulted in harvest losses. The extreme drought years of 2018 and 2019 badly affected both winter wheat and silage maize. 2018 was the year with the … of heavy rain resulted in harvest losses. The extreme drought years of 2018 and 2019 badly affected both winter wheat and silage maize. 2018 was the year with the …

  • Press release 34/2019 from 25.09.2019 | Last changed: 30.09.2019

    Protect oceans and polar regions, secure coastal areas for the long term

    Nahaufnahme einer großen Welle, die kurz davor ist in die Brandung zu stürzen

    … additional pollution of marine ecosystems and coastal areas. Press release No. 34/2019 | 25.09.2019 Maria Krautzberger said: “To be better prepared for the effects of accelerated … Special Report on the Ocean and Cryosphere in a Changing Climate on 25 September 2019 in Monaco. The Special Report compiles the scientific knowledge available about …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 30.09.2024

    Cluster Trade and industry

    The picture shows a sectional view of a wooded landscape. There is an industrial estate visible in the distance, consisting of several buildings and facilities. There is smoke rising from some chimneys. The sky is densely cloud-covered. Above the horizon, the sky is tinged with yellow, with dark, greyish-blue clouds billowing at the margin of the picture. In a few lighter places, rays of the sun are penetrating the band of clouds.

    … the intensity of heat stress – can in some cases fall by up to 12 %. For 2018 and 2019 it was estimated that – on the basis of this assumption – direct damage … Lühr O., Sandhövel M., Ibens D. 2022: Schäden der Dürre- und Hitzeextreme 2018 und 2019. Eine ex-post-Analyse. Prognos AG. 71 S. … the intensity of heat stress – can in some cases fall by up to 12 %. For 2018 and 2019 it was estimated that – on the basis of this assumption – direct damage …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    WW-I-10: Water temperature of watercourses

    The picture shows a shallow, slow-flowing watercourse in sunny weather under a cloudless sky. Through the clear, reddish-brown shimmering water, the stony bed of the river is visible; some of the stones in the foreground project beyond the surface of the water. The banks are lined by mixed woodlands.

    … 7.2 °C was the coldest year in the decade of 1991–2000. The high values in 2018 and 2019 were due in part to high summer temperatures and low water levels. So far the … 7.2 °C was the coldest year in the decade of 1991–2000. The high values in 2018 and 2019 were due in part to high summer temperatures and low water levels. So far the …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2024

    WW-R-1: Water use index

    The picture shows a hand on the handle of a tap, with a weak water jet pouring into a wash-hand basin.

    … in 2016. However, thereafter water use increased slightly again to 128 litres in 2019. More recent figures are not available. However, there are signs indicating … in 2016. However, thereafter water use increased slightly again to 128 litres in 2019. More recent figures are not available. However, there are signs indicating …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    FI-I-3: Occurrence of thermophilic species in inland waters – case study

    The picture shows two men in waterproof working clothes standing in a small boat on Lake Constance. One of them is holding a fishing net. He seems to be pulling it out of the water. In the background, the lakeshore and a settlement are visible.

    … kg annually. By contrast, the warm summers of 2014 and 2015 as well as 2018 and 2019 are reflected in a brief temporary increase in catch statistics. Nevertheless, … kg annually. By contrast, the warm summers of 2014 and 2015 as well as 2018 and 2019 are reflected in a brief temporary increase in catch statistics. Nevertheless, …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    BS-I-1: Person hours due to weather-related damage events

    The picture shows an inundated landscape. In the centre of the picture a flooded road can be seen, with a lorry passing. There are people visible on the lorry’s load platform. In the picture’s foreground, part of a blue emergency vehicle is visible with blue warning lamps fitted all round the vehicle which is also driving along this flooded road.

    … alliance of authorities entitled ‘Adaptation to climate change’ explored in 2019 to 2021, to what extent call-out figures recorded by fire brigades are suitable … alliance of authorities entitled ‘Adaptation to climate change’ explored in 2019 to 2021, to what extent call-out figures recorded by fire brigades are suitable …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    LW-I-3: Hailstone damage in agriculture

    The picture shows a field of maize after a tempest. The maize plants are heavily damaged, with stalks snapped off. Between the plants, there are still areas of standing water.

    … in that drought year, had still promised to deliver good yields. Likewise, in 2019 the great heat was accompanied by heavy thunderstorms. The month most affected … in that drought year, had still promised to deliver good yields. Likewise, in 2019 the great heat was accompanied by heavy thunderstorms. The month most affected …