Environmental awareness in Germany
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What is now a consensus view in Germany had its origins in the protests mounted by various groups against environmental pollution and especially radiation hazards associated with nuclear power stations. Today, German citizens are some of the most active advocates for the environment.
Environmental awareness in Germany
In 2011, Germany's Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety celebrated its 25th anniversary. An editorial written by the Federal Environment Minister Dr. Norbert Röttgen reflects on the history and impact of this organization at the national and international level.
German environmental policy
Spectacular architecture, Hanseatic stringency, a model for climate-friendly living: HafenCity in Hamburg, the largest urban development programme in Europe, is creating an urbane city structure that breathes. The “real estate project” is becoming “home” to many.
HafenCIty
Protecting the climate and environment is playing an increasingly important role in tourism. In Germany, too, people are showing a greater readiness to embark upon environmentally friendly holidays.
Environmentally friendly tourism
