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  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    RO-R-1: Priority and reserved areas for nature and landscape

    The picture shows a meadow with flowers in various colours and small trees in the foreground. A woodland is visible on the horizon. The sky is partly cloud-covered.

    … of overlap between priority and restricted areas for wildlife and landscape, for example, when terrain is reserved as priority areas for species and biotope … also provide opportunities for less pleasing developments. It is expected for example that as a result of climate change, undesirable species introduced by humans … of overlap between priority and restricted areas for wildlife and landscape, for example, when terrain is reserved as priority areas for species and biotope …

  • Press release 42/2023 from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 30.11.2023

    Consequences of the climate crisis in Germany are becoming more severe

    Harvested grain field with yellow stubble and bales of straw. Dark, low-hanging clouds loom menacingly in the sky.

    … quality of life in Germany, we need to push climate adaptation more strongly, for example in urban development. Sponge cities with lots of greenery and unsealed … heatwaves and unprecedented temperature records is increasing. In July 2022, for example, a temperature of over 40 degrees was measured for the first time north of … particular strain on the population in large cities. In the hot summer of 2018, for example, 42 hot days were recorded in Frankfurt am Main, while the national average …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 17.12.2024

    IG-I-1: Heat-related decrease in efficiency

    The picture shows a woman wearing a blouse and a blazer, sitting in an office in front of a laptop. In her left hand she is holding an open water bottle while wiping sweat off her brow with her right hand. The woman’s eyes are closed and her facial expression suggests exhaustion.

    … total 5 billion Euros. In addition, the estimate also included indirect damage, for example, caused by missing, delayed or poor-quality preliminary work in a value of … it is essential, if not mandatory, to take appropriate measures. Companies can, for example, ensure that suitable sunshading is installed and is used to best advantage, … taken to protect employees from adverse impacts on their health caused by heat. For example, on building sites employers can give instruction for shading or ventilation …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 17.12.2024

    BD-R-1: Consideration of climate change in landscape programmes

    The picture shows hands holding a Tablet with the screen showing a map with contour lines as well as other markings. In the blurred background of the picture it is possible to see that the person holding the Tablet is standing in a wood.

    … of landscape programmes and landscape framework plans are not homogeneous. For example, the city states of Berlin, Bremen and Hamburg as well as the states of … and 2020, a distinct increase is noticeable in references to climate change. For example, climate change and themes relating to climate protection and adaptation to … of landscape programmes and landscape framework plans are not homogeneous. For example, the city states of Berlin, Bremen and Hamburg as well as the states of …

  • Press release 27/2016 from 12.09.2016 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Global record temperatures and flash floods in Germany – small taste of the summer of the future?

    passage underground overflooded by rain

    … amounts of rain in some regions and sometimes catastrophic effects occurred, for example in the Bavarian town of Simbach, where 180 litres/square metre rain fell in … Environment Agency recently honoured exemplary local adaptation measures, for example precautionary measures to protect against heavy rainfall, through the … of climate change into greater account as early as the urban planning stage. For example, cities should be designed to allow rainwater to drain without causing …

  • Appointment from 04.03.2024

    Online Seminar: Leveraging the Echo of the Global Stocktake

    … it was also argued that other parts in the GST lacked clarity. There was for example no mandate to consolidate the Just Transition Work Programme, no ambitious … dedicated entities to work the GST results into national discussions. As one example for how to engage, the Latin America and the Caribbean Regional Hub of the … climate impacts and vulnerability and finance. These materials are a prime example of how domestic research and civil society organizations can support the …

  • Press release 44/2021 from 28.10.2021 | Last changed: 06.12.2021

    Environmentally Harmful Subsidies: nearly half granted for road traffic and aviation

    Euro bank notes

    … - sometimes for, sometimes against environmental and climate protection. An example of this is the pointless parallel existence of diesel privileges for … lead to environmentally desirable adjustment reactions that reduce tax revenue. For example, an increase in the energy tax rate on diesel increases the incentive to … harmful subsidies can only be partially dismantled at the national level. One example is the jet fuel tax exemption on domestic and non-European flights. The EU …

  • Press release 12/2020 from 16.03.2020 | Last changed: 15.04.2020

    Renewables cover 17.1 percent of gross final energy consumption in Germany in 2019

    Photovoltaikanlage auf dem Dach des Umweltbundesamtes in Dessau-Roßlau

    … legal provisions for a successful 'heat turnaround' must be created quickly - for example in the forthcoming Buildings Energy Act." Press release No. 12/2020 | … legal provisions for a successful 'heat turnaround' must be created quickly - for example in the forthcoming Buildings Energy Act." … Renewable energies accounted for …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    BS-R-2: Precautions taken among the population

    The picture shows an assortment of emergency provisions including groceries such as beans, rice and tinned food, batteries, adhesive tape, toilet paper, tea lights and lighters.

    … are more or less part of automatic everyday routines. In that context it is, for example, sensible to avoid physical exertions such as sports in extreme heat, to … precautions for the protection of one’s premises from extreme weather events. For example, house owners can protect their own four walls from weather-related and … are more or less part of automatic everyday routines. In that context it is, for example, sensible to avoid physical exertions such as sports in extreme heat, to …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 11.01.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Building Industry

    Building crane in front of a blue sky

    … of materials used influences the extent of damage in the event of an emergency. For example, it plays a role which heat-insulating composite materials were installed. … low air circulation, dark surfaces, high-rise buildings and heat emissions, for example from traffic and building air conditioning, all contribute to this. As … of materials used influences the extent of damage in the event of an emergency. For example, it plays a role which heat-insulating composite materials were installed. …

  • News from 31.07.2013 | Last changed: 12.09.2013

    UMID 2/2013: Civic participation

    A road sign „Bürgerbeteiligung“ (civic participation) and „Politikverdrossenheit“ (disenchantment with politics)

    … how it can be realised in the fields of environment and health. 31.07.2013 Current examples are noise action planning, city planning or traffic projects. One chapter …