On The Green Fence

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How can we save our dying forests? Sep 10, 2021

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Climate change and severe droughts have weakened forests around the globe. In Germany, where many forests are planted monocultures, about 80% of trees are considered unhealthy. What's even more alarming is that the forest dieback is also affecting younger trees now. So what happens if we lose our forests? And is there anything we can do to stop it?

How young and old see the climate crisis Aug 27, 2021

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Germany's demographic setup favors the older generation in this year's crunch election. More than half the eligible voters are above the age of 50 and only 15% are below the age of 30. What does this mean for intergenerational dialogue and future environmental policy? Are older people in Germany really less interested in the environment than the Friday For Futures generation?

'The new people's car will be a small electric vehicle' Jul 30, 2021

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Engineering professor Günther Schuh claims to have developed one of the most sustainable e-cars in the world. But can he prevail on Germany's super competitive car market?

The benefits of a car-free future Jul 16, 2021

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Most urban centers around the world are designed for cars, with significant chunks of space dedicated to roads and parking spaces. But what if our infrastructure was geared towards pedestrians and cyclists instead? Advocates say shifting away from car-centric cities could bring huge benefits to our health and climate.

E-cars and the new lithium gold rush Jul 02, 2021

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Lithium is a critical component of e-car batteries. But what does this mean for the environment and just how far can we get with the world's identified lithium supplies?

Is Germany ready for climate-friendly cars? Jun 04, 2021

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There are 1.5 billion cars in the world today. Replacing these with lower-emission alternatives is going to be a huge challenge. Are electric cars really the answer?

Is eco-guilt changing the way we travel? May 21, 2021

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Humans have long been driven by a desire to explore the planet and visit faraway places. But with tourism's toll on the environment now calling our globetrotting habits into question, some say it's time for change. But just how realistic is this given that people are itching to travel freely again once the Covid-19 pandemic is over?

What does a green hotel look like? May 07, 2021

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The accommodation you book as a tourist has a major impact on how eco-friendly your holiday is. A Bavarian hotel owner in one of Germany's most popular tourist destinations promises carbon-neutral stays. But how does this work?

Saving a Thai beach paradise from mass tourism Apr 23, 2021

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The iconic cove from "The Beach" movie is slowly starting to recover from the onslaught of mass tourism. Thai authorities had sealed it off to the public in 2018 after almost all the coral was destroyed. Now tourism operators and local stakeholders struggling under the pandemic are urging the authorities to reopen the beach. But how can the environmental recovery be secured if this happens?

Does air travel have a green future? Apr 09, 2021

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Flying is one of the most polluting and privileged forms of travel. The aviation industry is facing growing pressure to wean itself off fossil fuels to bring down CO2 emissions. Can it succeed? Or do we need to stop flying altogether?

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