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The German GreenTech industry grew significantly faster than traditional industries between 2010 and 2023, is strongly integrated into global trade and is in many areas a driver of innovation. This means that the GreenTech industry is not only important for the climate and the environment, but also an essential part of the German economy. The German GreenTech industry thus contributes to the resil... read more

Issues related to the green economy have largely been considered separately from digitalisation in the past. A research project is now investigating the application areas and transformation potential of big data, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital platforms for a green economy. read more

December 11th is the designated International Mountain Day. The day was designated by the UN to show the important role of mountain regions for sustainable development. In line with this, UBA has published a background paper describing the Alpine region on its way to becoming a model region for green economy. read more

The range of occupations and qualifications required is as diverse as the economy itself. The trend towards more environmental protection in professional training can be observed in many industries. In addition to the respective expert knowledge, soft skills are often important for environmental professionals, such as the ability to work in an interdisciplinary team and to be open to new ideas. read more