From energy-saving challenges and balcony power plants to the climate-neutral energy supply of school buildings, school pupils are taking creative, efficient, and versatile approaches to climate action – and even have the chance to win prizes. Here are some tips on how to get involved.
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On average, the carbon emissions of electric cars today are less than half those of comparable petrol or diesel vehicles. This is shown by a comprehensive life-cycle analysis of the three car types considering the entire lifespan of the vehicle – from the first screw to the scrap yard.
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In a groundbreaking initiative, a unique geothermal system in northern Germany's Schwerin provides green heat to the municipal district heating network using heat pumps. It will serve as model for similar projects across northern Germany.
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The Energy Transition and Society Research Network is to become an open platform for dialogue the societal aspects of the energy transition A new video shows what the members are working on.
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Record-breaking renewable energy in the EU, rising numbers of jobs in the renewables sector and the question of whether the 1.5°C global warming limit in the Paris Agreement can still be adhered to.
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"Through their best-practice examples, our members clearly demonstrate that energy and resource efficiency measures in businesses are a distinct competitive advantage."
An online seminar to be hosted by the ministry’s Energy Transition Dialogue and entitled ‘A practical approach to renewable energy in heat networks II’ will take place on 27 February, showcasing additional examples of using renewable energy sources for the decarbonisation of heating networks. The free seminar is aimed at municipal authorities, district heating operators, and other stakeholders. Find out more
The reform of the European Emissions Trading System, which came into force in 2023, can now be transposed German law. Companies in Germany that are subject to emissions trading will gain legal and planning certainty for the necessary CO₂ management. The reform will also ensure the functionality of the EU Emissions Trading System within Germany. Find out more
The Council of Experts on Climate Change has published its biennial report and submitted it to the Federal Government. The Council members see positive developments but also stress that additional efforts are needed to meet the climate targets. The Council supports the government by providing independent scientific expertise. Find out more
The current call for proposals focuses on innovative digital technologies and developments such as AI systems, digital twins, the integration of the Digital Product Passport into processes, or data platforms and data spaces. This call is part of the ministry’s GreenTech innovation competition. Project outlines can be submitted until 24 March 2025 at 12 noon. Find out more
Companies of all sizes and sectors that make climate action, environmental protection, or adaptation to the climate crisis a strategic goal can join Klimaschutz-Unternehmen e.V. and become pioneers in corporate climate action. The application deadline for the current round is 31 August 2025. Find out more
The project by transmission system operators Energinet and 50Hertz combines power connections between Denmark and Germany based on offshore wind energy for the first time. The electricity generated is to be transmitted to Germany (2 GW) and the Danish mainland (1.2 GW) via new grid connections. Both countries are planning further joint offshore projects in the North Sea and Baltic Sea in the future. Find out more
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