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

    Adaptation: Field of Action Energy Sector

    Wind power station in a crop field

    … the cooling water demand for thermal power plants can be reduced with the help of technical measures, among others. Recirculating cooling systems can … information Climate Impacts: Field of Action Energy Sector Associated content Links Climate preparedness services for the energy industry Related publications … the cooling water demand for thermal power plants can be reduced with the help of technical measures, among others. Recirculating cooling systems can …

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

    Adaptation: Field of action finance and insurance sector

    Macro photo of a European cent coin

    … change increases the business risk of banks and insurance companies. With the help of active management, however, climate-related risks can be largely contained, … Various climate change information systems provide region-specific data. These can help to improve the assessment of local risks. In addition, incentives for risk … Climate impacts: Field of action finance and insurance sector Associated content Links Climate preparedness services for the financial sector Related publications …

  • KomPass: Area of action adaptation from 05.01.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2025

    Adaptation: Field of Action Fishery

    Fishes under water

    … are necessary to allow fish stocks to recover. Pre-set mesh sizes for fishing nets help to protect juveniles and species that are not intended to be caught from being … strips with sufficient planting next to the direct riparian area of inland waters help to reduce the input of dissolved substances and material pollution into the …   Further information Climate Impacts: Field of Action Fishery Associated content Links Addressing climate change (BMEL) Related publications Climate Impact and Risk …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    HUE-5: International finance for climate adaptation (from budgetary funds)

    … 216 projects have been awarded funding totalling USD 12 billion. The GCF projects help to reach more than 900 million people, and in the process 2.5 billion tonnes of … of the Paris Climate Agreement plays a key role in this scenario. Moreover, linking sustainable development and climate change adaptation enhances the … the cultivation of more drought-tolerant crops, the introduction of sustainable practices in fisheries or measures concerned with malaria control. The sum total …

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

    Adaptation: Field of action industry and commerce

    Pipelines on a factory site

    … adaptation measures for companies. Systematic, forward-looking risk management helps companies to take the necessary precautionary measures. last update on … Climate impacts: Field of action industry and commerce Associated content Links Climate preparedness services for trade and industry Related publications …

  • KomPass: Area of action adaptation from 06.01.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2025

    Adaptation: Field of Action Tourism

    Beach chairs at the Baltic Sea

    … range from the acceptance of artificial snow and alternative offers, operational practices and financial instruments to a diversification of tourism offers. The … mountain tours, there are also many suggestions for adaptation strategies that can help to improve safety in the mountains under the conditions of climate change. …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 14.01.2025

    FW-R-6: Silvicultural information on the theme of adaptation

    The picture shows two young foresters having a discussion in a sparse forest. The man on the left-hand side of the picture stands with his arms crossed while the other man is gesticulating with his hands. In the background, beams from a low sun are penetrating the forest.

    … of silvicultural advice. The increasing number of articles published in the practice-oriented journal ‘AFZ DerWald’ on climate change, conveys a rough idea of … will be confronted with immense challenges in the next few decades. Numerous practical development and management issues will arise in connection with the … infer that issues concerned with climate change have by now gained high priority in practice-oriented discussions among circles of forestry professionals. At the same …

  • 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.

    … In order to ensure self-protection, it is not just important to be able to help oneself and others quickly and efficiently in an emergency. Citizens can also … of civic protection is played by citizens’ skills and abilities to protect and help themselves by taking various precautionary measures. A person that has taken precautionary measures and is in a position to help themselves and – where possible – others, requires less assistance and is …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    LW-R-1: Adaptation of management rhythms

    The picture shows a person standing in a field of maize inspecting the leaves of a young maize plant.

    … in order to adapt to changing climatic framework conditions. Such adaptation practices are basically nothing new in agriculture, as these challenges have always … higher market values (cf. Indicator LW-R-3 ). Furthermore, sowing maize early can help significantly in curbing competition from weeds. Besides, early in the year the …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 30.09.2024

    Cluster Civic protection

    The picture shows two emergency vehicles with blue lights switched on, one of the vehicles is a fire engine and the other one a blue emergency relief (THW) vehicle. Both vehicles are only partly visible.

    … One of the supporting pillars of civic protection is the great number of voluntary helpers who become involved in public and private relief organisations. … than in the past – to get involved in providing emergency relief. In addition, the practice of civic protection benefits from findings made in scientific research … integrate their knowledge on climate change impacts and adaptation potential in the practice of civic protection. Besides, the organisations involved also reflect their …

  • KomPass: Area of action adaptation from 15.07.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Adaptation: Field of Action Agriculture

    Field with farming tailer - a single spike in the foreground

    … risk. Appropriate soil cultivation and wide tires for agricultural machinery help to avoid soil compaction. In orchards, vineyards and horticulture, the … Further information Climate Impacts: Field of Action Agriculture Associated content Links Climate change | Julis-Kühn-Institut AgriAdapt Webtool for Adaptation Related … risk. Appropriate soil cultivation and wide tires for agricultural machinery help to avoid soil compaction. In orchards, vineyards and horticulture, the …

  • 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.

    … and / or businesses in terms of the prevention, precautionary measures and self-help required for coping with events. By behaving appropriately in emergencies, … protect their own safety and that of their fellow human beings at the same time as helping to improve overall safety. In case of an accident or emergency situation, …