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German government must make improvements to climate protection – judgement becomes final: The German government must make improvements to its climate protection measures in the area of land use. A judgement to this effect by the Berlin-Brandenburg Higher Administrative Court has now become legally binding after the Federal Ministry for the Environment did not lodge an appeal, following a successful lawsuit brought against the government by Deutsche Umwelthilfe (DUH). The court ruled that the measures taken to date were not sufficient to achieve the statutory climate targets in the land use sector. By 2045, 40 million tonnes of CO2 equivalents are to be saved here, primarily by using moors and forests as CO2 sinks. DUH Federal Managing Director Sascha Müller-Kraenner describes the judgement as significant for nature conservation and land use. The Ministry of the Environment states that it is working on improvements and refers to the Natural Climate Protection Action Programme with a budget of 3.5 billion euros until 2028. A second lawsuit by DUH regarding the climate protection programme in other sectors is not yet legally binding and is being heard by the Federal Administrative Court on appeal. Environmental Aid is now demanding a draft from the government by the end of October and is threatening „enforcement proceedings“ otherwise. faz.net , taz.de

Environmental organisations have lodged a constitutional complaint against the German government’s new climate protection law: The Bund für Umwelt und Naturschutz (BUND) and the Solarenergie-Förderverein Deutschland (SFV) have criticised the law as „gutted“ and unconstitutional, as it weakens the climate targets. They accuse the government of failing to live up to its responsibility in climate protection The new law, which came into force in July 2024, omits sector-specific emissions targets and instead provides for a cross-sectoral overall view of emissions. Critics fear that this will primarily benefit the transport sector, which has never achieved its climate targets to date, and Deutsche Umwelthilfe, Greenpeace and Germanwatch are also planning similar lawsuits. The organisations are calling for a more ambitious climate policy and regard climate protection as a human right. zeit.de

Almost 80 per cent of German municipalities

have been affected by extreme weather events and the consequences of climate change in the last ten years. A representative survey shows that 77 per cent of municipalities state that they are confronted with challenges such as heavy rainfall, prolonged periods of heat and droughts. A clear majority, namely 87 per cent, see climate change as predominantly negative and threatening. Despite these alarming findings, only 12 per cent of municipalities have developed a specific climate adaptation concept, while 23 per cent are currently working on such a concept. Most municipalities recognise the need for adaptation measures, but face considerable obstacles. 82 per cent of respondents cite the administrative structure as a major challenge, followed by a lack of human resources (80 per cent) and financial resources (73 per cent).Federal Environment Minister Steffi Lemke is calling for an amendment to the Basic Law in order to distribute the costs of climate adaptation fairly between the federal, state and local governments. The Climate Adaptation Act has been in force since 1 July 2024, which obliges all levels of government to develop appropriate strategies. rnd.de

EU recovery fund a waste of money: The EU Court of Auditors has sharply criticised the EU recovery fund, particularly its climate protection component. In a recent report, the auditors criticise the fact that the funding pot known as the „Recovery and Resilience Facility“ (ARF) with a volume of 700 billion euros does not meet its climate protection targets. According to Matthias Beermann, spokesperson for the Court of Auditors, there are „considerable doubts“ about the ecological effectiveness of the programme. The auditors found that the contribution to climate protection was „grossly overestimated“. The sum of 275 billion euros stated by the EU Commission for climate protection projects was overestimated by around 34.5 billion euros, and unclear guidelines, a lack of control and inefficient use of funds were also criticised. Joelle Elvinger, responsible for the report, criticises the fact that although the plans are checked in advance, there is insufficient monitoring of the actual expenditure. In addition, some projects labelled as „green“ are in reality not very climate-friendly. The Court of Auditors recommends linking funding more closely to climate targets and making the use of funds more transparent. Overall, the auditors attest to considerable weaknesses in the funding structure that call its credibility into question. tagesschau.de, klimareporter.de, taz.de

Honest companies suffer from fraud: The alleged fraud in climate protection projects in China is having a massive impact on honest companies in Germany. The renewable energy industry in the transport sector is complaining about losses running into billions. Companies that have invested in genuine climate protection measures and the transport transition are particularly affected. The „Stop Climate Fraud“ alliance criticises the fact that a lack of coordination between the authorities and industry has failed to prevent billions in damage to reputable companies. The dramatic fall in the price of GHG quotas, caused by an oversupply of fake certificates, is depriving German companies of capital. Local transport companies are now only receiving a quarter of the original price for their GHG quotas. The industry is calling for swift political action to avert further damage to honest companies and restore confidence in climate protection measures. Meanwhile, Environment Minister Lemke promises to reverse falsified climate protection projects in a special session of the responsible parliamentary committee. fr.de, tagesspiegel.de, hib.de

WWF criticised for cooperation with Deutsche Bank subsidiary: WWF Germany is being criticised for its cooperation with Deutsche Bank subsidiary DWS. Internal documents show that the jointly launched „DWS ESG Blue Economy“ fund comes close to accusations of greenwashing. Although the fund is advertised as sustainable, it invests in companies such as Royal Caribbean and Coca-Cola, which have been criticised by environmentalists. WWF employees have expressed internal doubts about the sustainability of some of the companies in the fund. Despite greenwashing accusations against DWS, WWF maintained and even intensified its cooperation. The financially troubled environmental organisation receives around one million euros a year for the cooperation and the use of its logo. Critics see this as a problematic financial dependency and demand a clearer stance from the WWF. The WWF defends the co-operation as a contribution to the ecological restructuring of the economy, while DWS values the environmental association as a „critical and constructive partner“. tagesschau.de

Climate activists live dangerously: according to the non-governmental organisation Global Witness, at least 196 environmental activists were killed worldwide last year. The most dangerous countries for conservationists were Colombia, Brazil, Mexico and Honduras, with 85 per cent of all murders occurring in Latin America. Activists campaigning against mining, fishing, forestry, agriculture, road construction and hydroelectric power plants are particularly at risk, with most crimes remaining unsolved. The organisation calls on governments to take decisive measures to protect activists and to tackle the causes of violence. It emphasises the importance of these activists in the fight against the climate crisis and in preventing environmental damage caused by climate-damaging industries. volksstimme.de

BOOK TIP OF THE WEEK:

„Demokratie und Revolution“

by Hedwig Richter and Bernd Ulrich is an ambitious attempt to resolve the apparent contradiction between democratic processes and urgently needed climate protection. The authors, a renowned historian and an experienced journalist, shed light on the complex relationship between democracy and ecology from a historical and future-oriented perspective, addressing current tensions such as the civil disobedience of young climate activists and the government’s difficulties in meeting climate targets while maintaining economic stability. It puts forward the provocative thesis that democracy in its current form may not be able to respond quickly enough to the climate crisis.

Richter and Ulrich argue convincingly that the development of democracy has historically often been linked to environmentally harmful practices and fossil fuels. They call for a critical examination of this „dark side“ of the history of democracy in order to find solutions for the present.the innovative approach of the book lies in the combination of revolutionary change with democratic development. The authors outline a vision in which radical ecological change can strengthen and renew democracy rather than weaken it, and the focus on intergenerational justice is particularly valuable. The authors emphasise the need to preserve the ability of future generations to act – an aspect that is often neglected in many climate debates. The concrete proposals for implementing an „ecological democracy“ remain vague at times. Overall, „Democracy and Revolution“ makes an important contribution to the current climate debate. It is thought-provoking and opens up new perspectives on the compatibility of democracy and climate protection. For anyone concerned with the political challenges of the climate crisis, this book is a highly recommended and stimulating read.

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In a nutshell

EU Commission: Von der Leyen brings „nature credits“ for agriculture into play. euractiv.de
Greenpeace study: If the government continues to hesitate on climate protection, driving bans are imminent. stern.de
IWR forecast: Solar capacity in Germany will rise to 100 gigawatts in 2024. solarserver.de
Netherlands: Hundreds of climate activists temporarily arrested during demonstration. zeit.de
Harald Lesch: „We’ve fucked up climate change“. sueddeutsche.de
„Denial of reality“ in the Chancellery: Steel entrepreneur fumes with anger at the traffic light coalition. merkur.de
„Regrettable state“: Germany’s glaciers are melting inexorably. geo.de
French fries in danger: Germans need to rethink the potato. focus.de
Water scarcity: Companies should pay for water abstraction. tagesschau.de
Austria: Climate change threatens mountain huts. ndr.de
Climate crisis and biodiversity: Wild fruit is an opportunity for forests in the climate crisis. The wood is in demand and often expensive. agrarheute.com
India: Wants to build numerous coal-fired power plants. bloomberg.com
Internal paper: EU car industry fears for millions of jobs due to EU climate regulations. web.de
„Coolcation“: Is climate change changing the way we travel? dw.com
Drought in destinations: Tourism needs sustainable water management. springerprofessional.de

Price increase of up to 40 per cent: Germany ticket could become massively more expensive. n-tv.de
New form of mobility: Air taxis are expensive and not necessarily lower in CO2 emissions, according to study. automotiveit.eu
Construction and transport projects: Reduce new land consumption to zero by 2050.verkehrsrundschau.de
Deutsche Bahn: Richard Lutz wants to make the railway profitable and punctual by 2027. zeit.de
Schenker: The sale of the railway subsidiary Schenker to the Danish DSV is controversial – but Transport Minister Wissing praises railway boss Lutz for the deal. manager-magazin.de
ZEW study: Climate-friendly transport policy comes down to the wallet. vision-mobility.de
„Profound change“: Study predicts the triumph of electric lorries. n-tv.de

Hydrogen trains lack hydrogen: The world’s first hydrogen train fleet is in operation in Lower Saxony, but now there are problems: a supply bottleneck shows the weakness of the alternative drive. spiegel.de
Energy from waste: Rheinenergie wants to produce hydrogen from waste. zfk.de
Bilateral auction: Australia and Germany launch joint tender for green hydrogen. pv-magazine.de
Green iron from Namibia: A green ironworks co-financed by the Federal Republic of Germany is being built in the desert of the former German colony of Namibia, recent satellite images show. It is intended to improve relations with the country. But its success is uncertain. wiwo.de

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PODCAST OF THE WEEK:

Rubber – Can’t do without rubber?

Rubber is a versatile raw material that is used in many everyday products such as tyres, rubber gloves and condoms. There is natural and synthetic rubber, with natural rubber coming mainly from South East Asia. Cultivation in plantations has a negative impact on the climate due to deforestation and the use of pesticides. 70% of the world’s rubber is used for car tyres. Researchers are looking for sustainable alternatives, such as the Russian dandelion, which is already used to make bicycle tyres. Last week Thursday was World Rubber Day (12 September). On this occasion, the extraction of rubber and its consequences for the climate were discussed. An expert from the Fraunhofer Institute provides insights into research into rubber made from dandelions as a possible more environmentally friendly alternative. detektor.fm

COMMENT OF THE WEEK:

Fair looks different

By Gregor Lischka

The Federal Ministry of Economics is planning to take stronger action against Asian online shopping portals such as Temu and Shein. These platforms lure consumers with extremely low prices by delivering goods directly from China to European customers by air freight, without intermediaries. This leads to a flood of parcels that are difficult for customs authorities to control. Orders are often sent in individual parcels to avoid customs duties and taxes. The author welcomes the planned regulatory measures, as the current situation does not represent fair competition. He also criticises the poor environmental footprint caused by global shipping and the non-transparent and problematic production conditions; ultimately, consumers benefit from low prices, but the true costs are borne by workers and the environment.

the whole commentary is available at Bonner Generalanzeiger

LAST WEEK IN THE BUNDESTAG:

Law on sustainability reporting is available: The German government has presented a draft bill (20/12787) to implement the EU directive on sustainability reporting by companies. As the German government writes, the directive obliges member states to introduce sustainability reporting for companies defined as large and small or medium-sized capital market-oriented companies under accounting law by 6 July 2024 and to audit the corresponding sustainability reporting. In particular, the Act thus contributes to the timely achievement of Goal 12 of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns. This obligation will be implemented with this law. In the course of implementation, the existing legal framework will also be reviewed and selectively adapted. Amendments to the German Commercial Code, the Securities Trading Act and the Auditors‘ Code, among others, are required to realise the objectives. According to the bill, citizens will incur annual compliance costs of around 7,000 hours and 18,000 euros. For businesses, the full introduction of mandatory sustainability reporting from the 2028 financial year would result in annual compliance costs of around 1.58 billion euros. In total, one-off compliance costs of around 846 million euros will be incurred for the introduction of the reporting obligations, which will mainly be allocated to the categories „adaptation of products, production processes and procurement channels“ and „introduction or adaptation of digital processes“. The ongoing compliance costs of €1.58 billion per year are made up exclusively of bureaucratic costs from information obligations. For the federal administration, the annual compliance costs would change by around €4.9 million. The one-off compliance costs there amount to around €2.3 million. The federal states and local authorities are only marginally affected.

Federal government examines ruling on clean air programme:Driving bans are not included in the portfolio of measures of the National Clean Air Programme (NLRP) and are also not intended. This is what the Federal Government writes in its answer (20/12753) to a minor question (20/12523) from the CDU/CSU parliamentary group against the background of the ruling by the Berlin-Brandenburg Higher Administrative Court on 23 July 2024, in which the judges called on the Federal Government to tighten up the air pollution control programme in a number of points. The court ruled that the federal government’s programme does not comply with EU requirements. The measures listed so far were not sufficient to achieve the EU targets for reducing pollutants in the air. „At the present time, there is no written justification for the judgement,“ the response states. The German government will only make a decision regarding the authorised appeal once the reasons for the ruling are available and have been thoroughly examined.

Legal basis for sustainability policy called for: In a position paper, the Parliamentary Advisory Council on Sustainable Development calls for a legal basis for sustainability policy in Germany. According to the paper, the Bundestag should set sustainability targets and review the measures taken by the federal government. The paper was adopted with the broad support of the parliamentary groups, criticising the lack of concreteness and verifiability of the German Sustainable Development Strategy (DNS) and proposing that ministries develop concrete action plans. It also recommends that the DNS be reviewed at the beginning of an electoral term in order to improve its implementation.The MPs emphasise the need for cross-departmental action and call for greater involvement of various social stakeholders. The Advisory Board would like to have more influence on the development of the DNS and a better presentation of the goals and measures for all stakeholders.representatives of various parliamentary groups support the call for more parliamentary involvement and an upgrading of the Sustainability Advisory Board. They emphasise the importance of a long-term approach, interdisciplinarity and transparency in sustainability policy. bundestag.de

TAKEN LITERALLY:

It is of course the case that weather-related incidents and therefore also the losses are increasing, both in terms of frequency and magnitude. The amount of insured losses worldwide due to natural disasters has now reached 100 billion euros for the fifth year in a row. That’s extraordinary, it wasn’t like that before. There is not an honest discussion about this everywhere in the financial services industry, but of course insurance companies in particular need to take action – and in the long term. What measures can we take to protect homes from extreme rainfall? What can we do to prevent certain streams from suddenly bursting their banks? We have always provided risk advice for our policyholders, but it has now become much more important. Because it affects many more policyholders.

Günther Thallinger is a member of the Board of Management of Allianz SE, where he is responsible for investment management and sustainability. Tallinger expresses the view that transformation is much more cost-effective than inaction. He refers to a well-known estimate by historian Yuval Noah Harari, according to which each country needs around two per cent of its gross national product to implement a transformation. He also draws a comparison with gross investments. In 2023, this would have amounted to around 900 billion euros per year in Germany, while around 60 to 100 billion euros would be needed annually for the transformation. This would correspond to ten per cent of Germany’s gross investment per year, which he believes is entirely feasible. He emphasised that Germany had already overcome far greater challenges in the past. He criticises the fact that the effort and difficulty of the transformation in Germany is exaggerated. focus.de

AFRICA:

UN Security Council reform: US supports call for two African seats on the Security Council. zeit.de
Race for Africa’s favour: The USA and Russia are trying to increase their influence on the continent. taz.de

Development aid in Africa: Who benefits from the activism of the aid industry? berliner-zeitung.de

Generation Z is putting pressure on the political establishment in Kenya – with success: laws have been withdrawn and almost the entire cabinet sacked because of them. The anger of young people in African countries is more existential than that of their peers in the Global North. derstandard.at

What are the benefits of the migration agreement with Kenya? Federal Chancellor Scholz sees the migration agreement with Kenya as a success – it is a „win-win situation“. But only a few Kenyans apply for asylum. And Germany is often not the first choice for skilled labour. tagesschau.de , capital.de

Overview: These are the richest countries in Africa. suedkurier.de

MORE KNOWLEDGE:

How rising CO2 prices are jeopardising public support for climate protection: The introduction of climate money in Germany is being delayed, leading to growing criticism. A recent campaign by the NGO Attac drew attention to the lack of a concrete timetable for the payment. Environmental and social organisations, trade unions and the consumer advice centre have warned that support for climate protection could decline if rising carbon prices are perceived purely as a burden, while a study by the Berlin-based climate think tank MCC shows that acceptance of carbon pricing increases if the revenue is redistributed. Investments in climate-friendly projects and targeted transfers to needy households are particularly well received. By contrast, the planned per capita reimbursement is viewed more sceptically and experts recommend communicating the benefits of climate money better, particularly the aspect that poorer households could benefit from it. The Mercator Institute estimates the revenue from carbon pricing for 2025 at around 24 billion euros. Attac is calling for a climate fee of 290 euros per capita and is in favour of using large fortunes and high incomes to finance further climate protection measures. fr.de

German cities affected by extreme weather events: A new study by property services provider JLL has examined the climate risks for 18 German cities up to the year 2050 and shows that five cities are particularly threatened by extreme weather events. Frankfurt am Main tops the list with a climate risk score of 21.7 and must be prepared for an increase in hot days, drought and heavy rainfall. It is followed by Leipzig (14.2) with the prospect of more heavy rain and hot days, Saarbrücken (14.1) with expected heat and increased hail precipitation, Dresden (14.1) with the forecast of more heat and precipitation events, and Erfurt (13.8), where flooding remains a threat. The study emphasises the need for cities, companies and investors to prepare for these risks and take adaptation measures. Recommendations include more greenery, less sealed surfaces and the use of flood-resistant building materials. Despite the increasing risks in Germany, climate risks remain moderate in a global comparison, with cities such as Barcelona, Istanbul and Athens being significantly more affected. handelsblatt.com

Floods are threatening more and more people: A study conducted by the Independent Institute for Environmental Issues on behalf of the Green parliamentary group in the German Bundestag shows that around 384,000 people in Germany are at risk of flooding in the coming years. People living near the Rhine, its tributaries and the Elbe are particularly at risk. The study is the first of its kind to analyse throughout Germany how many people live in areas that could be affected by floods of more than one metre every 10 to 20 years.The climate crisis is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events such as heavy rainfall, which increases the risk of flooding. Experts are calling for better simulations, data management and structural measures to minimise the risk. The Greens are pushing for legal action and an expansion of insurance cover against flood damage.54 per cent of buildings in Germany are currently insured against natural hazards such as flooding, with large differences between the federal states. Baden-Württemberg has the highest insurance rate at 94 per cent, while Bremen has the lowest at 33 per cent. taz.de

CALENDAR:

GLF Africa 2024

When: 17 September 2024
Where: Nairobi, Kenya, and online
Further information:
Can Africa usher in a global green renaissance? The continent has vast natural resources that support its food systems, livelihoods and growing young population – but the climate crisis could undo these benefits. This mixed conference will explore how Africa can overcome these challenges by harnessing the potential of its diverse landscapes and peoples. https://connect.globallandscapesforum.org/e/africa-2024

Expert discussion „Mandatory transfer of edible food“

Time: Monday, 23 September 2024, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Place: Berlin, Paul-Löbe-Haus, meeting room E 200
The meeting is open to the public.

In its public expert discussion on Monday, 23 September 2024, the Committee on Food and Agriculture will deal with the topic „On recommendation 3: Mandatory transfer of edible food by food retailers“ of the citizens‘ report „Nutrition in transition: between private matters and state tasks“.

Federal government strategies for global health

Time: Monday, 23 September 2024, 5 p.m. to 6.45 p.m.
Place: Berlin, Paul-Löbe-Haus, meeting room E 600
The meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast on www.bundestag.de

It is possible to follow the public meeting of the Subcommittee on Global Health on 23 September 2024 from 17:00 via livestream. This can be found at www.bundestag.de and on the website of the Subcommittee on Global Health.

Summit of the future

When: 22-24 September 2024
Where: UN Headquarters, New York, NY, United States
More information: Website
The Future Summit is a high-level event that brings together world leaders to build a new international consensus on how we can create a better present and secure the future.
The Summit has two main objectives: to accelerate efforts to fulfil our existing international commitments and to take concrete steps to address new challenges and opportunities. This will be achieved through an action-orientated outcome document, the Compact for the Future, which will be negotiated and endorsed by countries in the run-up to and during the Summit.

Consultation on accelerating the hydrogen ramp-up

Time: Wednesday, 25 September 2024, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Place: Berlin, Paul-Löbe-Haus, meeting room E.200
The meeting is open to the public and will be broadcast on www.bundestag.de

Draft law of the Federal Government

Draft law to accelerate the availability of hydrogen and to amend further legal framework conditions for the hydrogen ramp-up as well as to amend further energy law provisions.
energy law regulations, BT-Drucksache 20/11899

Climate Week NYC 2024

When: 22-28 September 2024
Where: New York, NY, United States, and online
More information: Website
During the same week as the Future Summit, the annual Climate Week NYC will host over 500 in-person, hybrid and online events and activities across New York City.

Hearing on the potential of nature-based tourism

Time: Wednesday, 9 October 2024, 3 p.m. to 4.15 p.m.
Place: Berlin, Paul Löbe House, meeting room 4.600
The meeting is open to the public.

Main topics of the hearing:

• How can conflicts of interest between tourism and nature conservation be minimised?
• What opportunities does digitalisation offer for visitor guidance?
• Role of integrative trail management, digital visitor guidance, route planning and knowledge transfer in a responsible and contemporary nature experience
• The potential of cycling and hiking sports and their expansion possibilities
• Framework conditions for the expansion of sustainable, nature-friendly and digital infrastructures, especially for cycle tourism
• How can the international marketing of nature-based offers be improved?

Interested visitors can register with the secretariat of the Tourism Committee (e-mail: tourismusausschuss@bundestag.de) by 4 October 2024, stating their first name, surname and date of birth. An identity document must be brought to the entrance (Paul-Löbe-Haus, West Entrance).

2024 United Nations Biodiversity Conference

When: 21 October – 1 November 2024
Where: Cali, Colombia
Further information: Press release
Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16) and the meetings of the Parties to the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety and the Nagoya Protocol.
At COP16, governments will be tasked with reviewing the status of implementation of the Kunming and Montreal Global Biodiversity Frameworks, which were adopted at COP15 in Montreal, Canada, in December 2022.

2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29)

When: 11-22 November 2024
Where: Baku, Azerbaijan
Further information: Press release from COP28
At last year’s COP28 conference in Dubai (United Arab Emirates), countries agreed for the first time to move away from fossil fuels and to finance the fund for loss and damage.
In November, heads of state and government and delegates from all over the world will meet again in Azerbaijan for the biggest climate event of the year to set
a new global target for climate financing.

Session of the UNCCD Conference of the Parties (COP16)

When: 2-13 December
Where: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Further information: Website
Not to be confused with the UN Biodiversity Conference, COP16 will bring together world leaders to take action on drylands
under the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). Since the last UNCCD Conference of the Parties in May 2022 in Abidjan (Ivory Coast), this will be the world’s largest summit on land issues.

THE LAST:

American explains how to survive without air conditioning

American author Stan Cox is causing a stir with his report on life without air conditioning – at least in the USA. In an essay for the New York Times, Cox describes how he copes with the hot summers without artificial cooling, which seems almost revolutionary in a country where 90 per cent of households are air-conditioned. This article reveals a remarkable contrast between the North American and European way of dealing with heat. While air conditioning is considered indispensable in the USA, natural cooling methods are widely used in Europe. Cox’s supposed „heroic deed“ therefore tends to astonish Europeans. But this cultural difference could soon change. The increasing use of heat pumps in Germany, which can both heat and cool, may indicate a turning point. This could lead to an increase in air-conditioned residential buildings in Europe and at the same time contribute to climate protection through more efficient energy utilisation. The debate about air conditioning is thus an impressive illustration of how climate change affects not only temperatures, but also cultural practices. While Americans are rediscovering life without artificial cooling, Europeans could experience an approach to air-conditioned living through heat pumps – with potentially positive effects on climate protection.
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