Klima-Taler Magazine
The Klima-Taler magazine highlights how municipalities can practice climate protection in everyday life. Our stories are hands-on, inspiring, and effective. Discover real-world examples and insights on climate action, digital tools, and sustainability.
What municipalities need for a 15-minute city
The 15-minute city is a concept for livable cities The 15-minute city concept is a climate-friendly urban planning principle. The idea is simple and offers
What municipalities need for a 15-minute city
The 15-minute city is a concept for livable cities The 15-minute city concept is a climate-friendly urban planning principle. The idea is simple and offers
Regional transportation strategy by example
Municipal mobility concepts for a livable city Regional transportation demand management combines strategies and measures for shaping transportation in cities and municipalities. Its goal is
Achieving goals playfully with these gamification examples
Gamification motivates people in a wide range of areas Gamification works in many areas, from employee health to climate protection and learning. It lowers entry
Citizens for climate action
Develop a Thoughtful Climate Action Strategy Many municipalities understand the urgency of taking action on climate protection. What is often missing is a clear roadmap
What drives the success of climate change projects in Germany?
Working hand in hand for climate protection The climate change projects described here in Germany pursue a variety of goals — such as reducing emissions,
The 7 best apps for more sustainability in everyday life
What to consider when choosing sustainability apps When it comes to sustainability apps, the details matter: With a smart selection, just a handful of apps
A local heat action plan can save lives
Early Warning Systems and Communication with Citizens The effectiveness of a local heat action plan depends heavily on communication. Information campaigns serve as a catalyst
Climate protection is fun—and it’s that easy!
Five ideas how to help in climate change Plant your garden, balcony, or kitchen windowsill in a climate-friendly way Plant wild, native plants that capture
10 practical ideas for climate protection in municipalities
Successful climate protection measures need active citizens Climate protection in municipalities is about more than just cutting CO₂. Success depends on how well measures are
Measures for effective local decarbonization pathways
Areas of action and measures contributing to decarbonization To reduce emissions locally, there are many areas of action at the municipal level: Municipalities can effectively
How Data Analysis Improves Urban Planning
Five methods of data analysis for urban planning Manual counting Data for urban planning can be collected using simple methods such as manual counting. In
Climate protection funds: this is how you benefit from it
The challenges of municipal climate protection Before you look for suitable funding, it makes sense to record your planning and financing status. Municipalities that are
Advantages for Carfree Cities
Carfree Cities: Pros and Cons Making city centers more relaxed and climate-friendly has many advantages: Increased comfort and quality of life: More space, cleaner air,
Measures for local climate change action plan
Requirements for a regional climate change action plan Municipalities achieve measurable success in climate protection by actively engaging and involving their citizens. Those who involve
Decarbonization strategy as necessity and opportunity
Meaning of Decarbonization: Decarbonization refers to the process of reducing or eliminating carbon dioxide emissions released into the atmosphere by human activities. The goal is
Community-focused sustainable urban development
To effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the municipal level, a comprehensive decarbonization pathways are needed. It constitutes an important pillar of sustainable urban development.
With up-to-date traffic data collection towards a climate-friendly future
Traffic data is essential for municipalities To shape mobility in a needs-based, efficient, and climate-friendly way, up-to-date traffic data is indispensable. Only through traffic data
Why do we need a carbon budget?
The legally binding limit of a 1.5-degree Celsius increase in global warming by 2100, established in 2015, is primarily influenced by global CO2 emissions. Every
Rethinking climate protection with the ecological handprint
The ecological handprint explained in brief The ecological handprint describes the positive influence people can have on social structures through their actions, making climate-friendly behavior
What Does 3 Degrees Warmer Mean?
Rise in temperature will continue largely unabated Humanity is still heading unchecked toward a world that is 3 degrees warmer. What will it look like
How Data Analysis Improves Urban Planning
Discover in our webinar how Aachen, by using the Klima-Taler App Aachen.move, is able to make precise and agile decisions in urban planning. To tailor
