TL;DRThe number of wind turbine approvals in Germany increased by seven percent in the first half of the year. However, the industry has expressed concern about a potential end to this growth.
TL;DRThe number of completed apartments in Germany is expected to continue to decline, reaching approximately 185,000 in 2026. The ifo Institute anticipates little prospect of a recovery in construction activity.
TL;DRAbandoned oil and gas extraction sites are being used to store energy from wind and solar power. The stored electricity can be fed back into the grid as needed, similar to geothermal power plants.
TL;DRThe department store chain Galeria is considering closing 33 of its 83 stores. This move indicates ongoing negotiations with landlords.
TL;DRClimate change is impacting urban livability and affordability, influencing who can afford rent and property prices. This phenomenon is causing housing prices to increase in suburban areas.
TL;DRA planned transport of nuclear waste to Ahaus has been canceled. The reason for the cancellation is a technical defect in the towing vehicle.
TL;DRA planned 5,000-kilometer undersea power cable aims to transport wind and solar energy from Morocco to Europe to cover up to five percent of Germany's electricity demand. However, the multi-billion-dollar project is currently facing delays due to ongoing disputes.
TL;DRConstruction has commenced on a 150 MW river water heat pump in Cologne, designed to extract heat from the Rhine for residential heating. This project, aiming to be Europe's largest river water heat pump, also raises ecological concerns.
TL;DRIn Austria, energy is shared locally through various frameworks, including neighborhood agreements, federal initiatives, and online platforms. According to the report, this model is supported by a combination of technical systems and other underlying factors.
TL;DRThe initiative "IckmachWelle" has released the dancefloor compilation "Superbrains Volume 2." This project aims to bring people with and without disabilities together through dance.