Research & Discoveries Renewable Energy

Hydropower Plants: 2,600 Sites in the USA Currently Unused for Hydropower

By with∅ut-me 07.09.2026 2 views

TL;DR AI-generated Over 2,600 U.S. dam sites with existing infrastructure are not currently used for power generation. These locations could generate an additional 4 gigawatts of power, producing 15 terawatt-hours of electricity annually.

Research & Discoveries IT & Internet Renewable Energy

Critical Infrastructure: Energy Container Delivers Climate-Friendly Emergency Power

By with∅ut-me 07.09.2026 5 views

TL;DR AI-generated A research team is developing an energy container for emergency power systems at mobile communication sites. It uses battery storage and a generator running on LPG or hydrogen for uninterrupted power, supplemented by a photovoltaic system.

Police & Investigations Accidents & Disasters Housing & Urban Development

Unexploded Bomb in Kiel: 250kg Bomb to be Defused Today

By with∅ut-me 06.09.2026 7 views

TL;DR AI-generated A 250-kilogram World War II bomb is being defused in Kiel-Dietrichsdorf. Over 5,000 residents must leave their homes for the operation.

Local Politics Housing & Urban Development Transport Policy

Hammer of the Week from Ettlingen

By with∅ut-me 05.09.2026 7 views

TL;DR AI-generated A new bike path in Ettlingen features lights that cannot be switched on due to a lack of permits and environmental concerns. Responsibility for activating the lighting remains unclear.

Trade & Consumption Housing & Urban Development

Housing Shortage - EU Plans Stricter Rules for Airbnb

By with∅ut-me 04.09.2026 7 views

TL;DR AI-generated The EU plans stricter regulations for holiday rental platforms like Airbnb to combat the shortage of affordable housing in tourist hotspots. Municipalities will be able to more easily implement rental limits if housing scarcity demonstrably increases.

Local Politics Laws & Rights Housing & Urban Development

OVG NRW: Flower pots must be removed as they do not constitute usual sidewalk use

By with∅ut-me 04.09.2026 7 views

TL;DR AI-generated The Higher Administrative Court of NRW has ruled that flower pots narrowing a sidewalk must be removed as they do not represent usual use. A resident in Mülheim an der Ruhr was not allowed to set up her approximately 50-centimeter-wide pots after 20 years.

Local Politics Housing & Urban Development

Dresden - Draft for New Carolabrücke: City Council Follows Citizen Vote

By with∅ut-me 03.09.2026 8 views

TL;DR AI-generated Dresden's city council selected a design for the new Carolabrücke that received the most support in a citizen participation process. Construction could begin in May 2028 and cost up to 140 million euros.

Welfare & Poverty Housing & Urban Development

Before "Rent Madness" Demo in Berlin: "Socialization is also needed"

By with∅ut-me 03.09.2026 9 views

TL;DR AI-generated A large demonstration against rising rents is taking place in Berlin, demanding the socialization of housing. Organizers expect 20,000 participants, compared to 40,000 in 2019. Support for homeless people is also a topic.

Government IT & Internet Renewable Energy

After attacks on power grid - Federal Association for Renewable Energy calls for backup systems

By with∅ut-me 03.09.2026 16 views

TL;DR AI-generated Following attacks on the power grid, the Federal Association for Renewable Energy is calling for backup systems including bioenergy, hydropower, and battery storage. The Green Party parliamentary group criticizes the lack of preparation for attacks on critical infrastructure.

Family & Youth Welfare & Poverty Housing & Urban Development

Demographics and Family Planning: Too Few Children, Also Due to Housing Shortage

By with∅ut-me 02.09.2026 10 views

TL;DR AI-generated The desire for children in Germany is declining, with housing shortages and the job market cited as reasons. The success of the AfD is interpreted as a sign of far-right strength, highlighting the need for cohesion and support for civil society initiatives.