Berlin and Beyond: So over plastic bags
It's time Germany joined the list of countries banning plastic bags, says DW's Tamsin Walker.
Environment
Internationally, Germany leads the way in climate protection and is a pioneer in the development of renewable energies.
Young people call for end of coal
The Fridays for Future movement wants coal to be phased out faster to protect the climate. Is that really feasible after the phasing out of nuclear energy?
Africa
Social, innovative and sustainable
How the Siemens Stiftung is improving living conditions in Africa, creating jobs, and opening up economic prospects.
Advancing the cause of climate protection
The consequences of climate change mean there is no time to lose – that is why representatives of 35 countries are meeting for the Petersberg Climate Dialogue. This is what they want to achieve.
“Climate change can intensify conflicts”
Climate and security is a subject that Germany is prioritising in the UN Security Council. For good reason. An expert explains how they are connected.
Earth can only be saved as a team
Learning to act like a climate hero and using data streams for heating: innovative concepts for climate protection.
Together against climate change
Germany supports regions around the world in addressing the challenges of climate change. Three examples
Will Fridays for Future change the world?
Svenja (16) and Linus (15) explain what motivates young climate activists in Germany and how successful they have been.
Who is behind Fridays for Future?
Who are the young people that are taking to Germany’s streets in support of climate protection? A study offers several insights.
The eight most beautiful natural wonders
Naturally enchanting: we present eight natural wonders in Germany that are so breathtakingly beautiful you will immediately want to visit them.
North America
“Berlin is an innovation center”
What environmental economist Aaron Best so likes about his work for the Berlin-based think tank Ecologic Institut and German climate policy.
