Noticias sobre Germany
Wetlands of International Importance are nature-based solutions for ensuring life and livelihoods
This article by Secretary General Dr Musonda Mumba appears in the accompanying guide to Save Land. United for Land, an exhibition by the Bundeskunsthalle and the UNCCD-G20 Global Land Initiative on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the UNCCD. The exhibition runs until 1 June 2025.
Strategies for safe and equitable access to water: a catalyst for global peace and security
Experts have devised a blueprint to ensure safe, equitable and sustainable global access to clean water.
Optimizing water network operation and leak reduction. Opportunities to export Spanish experiences
The implementation of advanced leak detection, smart metering, and IoT technologies can significantly reduce water losses, lower operational costs, and contribute to the overall sustainability of water resources.
Waal river draws more water, signaling potential Rhine system shift
Historical observations and model computations point to the Rhine system having crossed a tipping point.
Daniel Winter to succeed Eric Alström as President of Danfoss Power Solutions
Danfoss announced that Daniel Winter has been named president of Danfoss Power Solutions.
AI-driven approach reveals hidden hazards of chemical mixtures in rivers
AI can provide critical insights into how complex mixtures of chemicals in rivers affect aquatic life – paving the way for better environmental protection.
Germany grants Tunisia €78.8 million to boost water supply
Tunisia has secured a €78.8 million (approximately TND 261.2 million) donation from the German Development Bank (KfW) on behalf of the German Federal Government, reports TAP, Agence Tunis Afrique Presse.
Germany signs two agreements for Aqaba-Amman Water Project
The Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation of Jordan and the German KfW Development Bank have signed two significant agreements aimed at bolstering the country's water and sanitation infrastructure, according to the Jordan News Agency.
AI-powered water: Can tech clean up the water industry?
Water is a precious resource, but in many regions it’s increasingly scarce. Leaks are a part of the problem, so water suppliers in the UK and Sweden are using cutting-edge technology to tackle water loss. Read on to find out how artificial intelligence is helping water companies to reduce waste.
Rainfall induces bursts of natural nanoparticles that can form clouds above the Amazon rainforest
Atmospheric aerosol particles are essential for the formation of clouds and precipitation, thereby influencing the Earth's energy budget, water cycle, and climate.
New research shows how leading water utilities are paving the way to net zero
Water sector accelerating decarbonization in effort to cut 2% of world’s carbon emissions. 75% of surveyed utilities intend to achieve GHG reduction goals by 2040, with 48% having set a specific net-zero emissions target.
Harnessing technology and nature to transform urban water management
As part of the Autodesk Water Webinar Series, the session 'Leveraging Rainwater Management for Climate Resilience' brought together leading experts in nature-based solutions, hydraulic modeling, and stormwater management to tackle the pressing challenges posed by climate change in today’s urban environments.
Exploring smart water solutions through global collaboration and innovation
On Tuesday, October 29th, Smart Water Magazine, in collaboration with HMS Networks, hosted a webinar: "Shaping the Future of Water – from Connectivity to Operational Efficiency."
EU invests €380 million in 133 new LIFE projects for Europe’s green transition
The Commission has granted more than €380 million to 133 new projects across Europe under the LIFE Programme for environment and climate action.
With the right plants, wetlands can recover, says researcher
Wetlands, such as bogs and marshes, have largely disappeared in the Netherlands.
Africa faces disproportionate burden from climate change and adaptation costs
Africa bears an increasingly heavy burden from climate change and disproportionately high costs for essential climate adaptation, according to a new report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
Bacteria in lakes fight climate change
Aerobic methane-oxidizing bacteria are also permanently active in oxygen-free water.
Cloud level rise from deforestation threatens water supply in African mountains, study finds
International researchers from Finland, Germany, South Africa, and Ethiopia report that deforestation during the last two decades induced a higher warming and cloud level rise than that caused by climate change, which threatens biodiversity and water supply in African montane forests.
Storm overflows in England and Wales: understanding the controversy and challenges
In March 2024, the English water community unveiled a comprehensive plan to eliminate 150,000 annual sewage spills by 2030 through nearly 9,000 storm overflow improvements.
PFAS costs: too big to treat?
After years of study, the environmental challenges and public health risks of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have come to the fore in the last five years as a key focus for the water sector.