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  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    KM-I-4: Coastal morphology – case study

    The picture shows a light-brown cliffscape near Ahrenshoop on the Baltic Sea coast. At the foot of the cliff, you can see the sea and the spray of a wave. In one coastal section, you can see loose material and rock fragments which have been shifted from the cliff top to the bottom of the cliff.

    … KM-I-4: Coastal morphology – case study Climate change influences hydrodynamic factors that can affect coastal erosion. Data from aerial laser surveys of a … the solidity of the rock concerned. Likewise of crucial importance are hydrodynamic factors such as sea currents, the tides, the water level and the state of the sea, but also heavy-rain events. These factors of influence are the reason why coastal morphological changes are closely …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2024

    WW-I-6: Low water

    The picture shows a river with a low water level. There are smallish stones and large rocks projecting from the water. The river banks are covered in high grass. There is a woodland adjacent to the river bank.

    … caused droughts in many regions of Germany, such as the Rhine area. Despite the fact that the winters of 2018 / 2019 and 2019 / 2020 were overall on the wet side, … Associated content Documents WW-I-6 Indikator-Factsheet (1.43 MB) Tags water temperature Competence Centre on Climate Impacts and … caused droughts in many regions of Germany, such as the Rhine area. Despite the fact that the winters of 2018 / 2019 and 2019 / 2020 were overall on the wet side, …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    FI-I-2: Herring larvae in the Greifswalder Bodden

    The picture shows herring spawn. It is possible to see six transparent eggs adhering to each other, with larvae inside.

    … identify the abundance of herring larvae stocks in the Greifswalder Bodden area. In fact, this index represents the modelled total of herring larvae which, by the end … their food source owing to asynchronicity – which is seen as the key influential factor responsible for the herring’s declining recruitment success – there are other factors influencing herring reproduction in the western part of the Baltic Sea. For …

  • 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.

    … imported to Germany to be processed here. By the same token, numerous products manufactured by German companies are exported worldwide. It is thanks to the high demand … requirements for adaptation – in very different and highly specific ways. Both factors depend, among other aspects, on the size of the enterprises concerned, their … do not permit interpretation, primarily as they are influenced by multifaceted factors. Apart from official statistics, there are only few sources reporting in a …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 17.12.2024

    VE-I-4: Road accidents due to weather conditions and weather patterns

    The picture shows a car driving on a road covered in water. It is clear to see that the headlights and windscreen wipers are switched on. Heavy rain is falling.

    … of June to August. The relevance of slippery roads due to rain as contributory factor to the cause of accidents decreased significantly. VE-I-4: Road accidents due … safety Road safety and accident scenarios on Germany’s roads depend on numerous factors of influence. Apart from the existing infrastructure as well as the density … in 2013 involving personal injury. The relatively hot July of 2013 was, in fact, the most accident-prone month of the entire period examined and it accounts …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    FW-I-8: Forest fire hazards and forest fires

    The picture shows an extensive forest fire. Greyish-white smoke is rising from the seat of the fire. A burnt forest area is visible in the background.

    … the focus of greater attention. Forest fires can be caused by numerous different factors. Major triggers are primarily negligent actions and arson. Whether the first … as well as the intensity of that fire. Apart from the weather, all the other causal factors usually change more gradually. However, when there are years with abrupt … fires and the size of forests affected in Germany declined significantly. The fact that the size of the burn area declined to a greater extent than the number of …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    FW-I-5: Damaged timber – extent of random use

    The picture shows a dense spruce forest. Several trees are dead, and in the foreground there is deadwood lying on the forest floor.

    … volumes of damaged timber are associated with considerable revenue shortfalls. In fact, the restoration costs in damaged stands are distinctly higher and the timber … entail financial burdens faced by forestry enterprises, owing to various extra cost factors in terms of timely planting and conservation operations on ground where … or the foothills of the Alps. Associated content Documents FW-I-5 Indikator-Factsheet (303.64 kB) Tags spruce Competence Centre on Climate Impacts and …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    KM-I-3: Height of storm surges

    The picture shows a storm surge wave breaking over a coastal building. A metal mast is visible in the background.

    … 16 hours from 1.59 metres to 1.49 metres above the mean water level, thus in fact rising by a total of more than 3 metres. Changes in the intensity of storm … very frequently that values increase. Associated content Documents KM-I-3 Indikator-Factsheet (209.40 kB) … 2023 Monitoring Report on the German Strategy for Adaptation … 16 hours from 1.59 metres to 1.49 metres above the mean water level, thus in fact rising by a total of more than 3 metres. Changes in the intensity of storm …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    KM-I-2: Sea levels

    The picture shows a sandy beach on the Baltic Sea coast. There is seawater lapping around a hooded beach chair (Strandkorb). In the background, the sea is visible with powerful waves and dark thunderclouds above.

    … values would hardly deviate from the global means mentioned above 78 78 . Various factors of influence such as the redistribution of masses in the ocean, wind … an isostatic equalising movement which has been continuing to this day. These factors are responsible for the fact that the increase in sea levels differs both regionally and locally. The water …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    BS-R-1: Information on how to act in a disaster situation

    The picture shows a group of two women and two men participating in a First Aid training exercise. The course leader uses a doll to demonstrate cardiac massage.

    … frequently and less severely affected by such events. On the other hand, it is a fact that the population has become extremely mobile. Besides, it has been proved … Associated content Documents BS-R-1 Indikator-Factsheet (181.86 kB) Tags disaster heavy rain storm Competence Centre on Climate … frequently and less severely affected by such events. On the other hand, it is a fact that the population has become extremely mobile. Besides, it has been proved …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 17.12.2024

    BAU-R-3: Investments in the energetic refurbishment of building envelopes

    The picture shows a covered roof structure with insulation installed on its left-hand side.

    … measures are usually combined with improving heat protection. This is due to the fact that carrying out such measures requires compliance with legal and technical … Associated content Documents BAU-R-3 Indikator-Factsheet (172.07 kB) Tags financing Competence Centre on Climate Impacts and … measures are usually combined with improving heat protection. This is due to the fact that carrying out such measures requires compliance with legal and technical …