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Challenges in implementing sustainable construction

The construction industry consumes resources in a way that is not sustainable, using large quantities at a high rate.

Sustainability automotive

In the automotive industry, we need more focus on the circular economy

If you follow the press releases and annual and sustainability reports of leading German automakers and suppliers, you might think that the automotive industry in this country is one of the pioneers when it comes to sustainability.

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Sustainability in the packaging industry

Sustainability is one of the biggest challenges and one of the biggest opportunities for the packaging industry. Packaging has become an important commodity as all industries actively work to reduce their environmental impact.

Sustainability medizin

Need to reduce the environmental impact

The healthcare sector is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, both directly and indirectly through the purchase of goods and services.

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Sustainability targets

The biotechnology industry is particularly focused on improving the quality of life and creating value for society. The industry's groundbreaking innovations are the basis for global health and prosperity.

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Sustainable power supply – Airborne wind energy

Before conventional wind turbines generate green electricity, they first release a lot of CO2. Cement and steel make up by far the largest portion of a wind power plant. Up to an incredible 80 tons of steel are used per wind turbine.

transformation of chemical industry

Does chemistry have to reinvent itself in the energy crisis?

As an energy-intensive sector, the chemical industry accounts for around 10.5 percent of German energy consumption. The proportion is even higher for natural gas and electricity, the industry's two most important energy sources.

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Energy supply and price development

The “German Angst” is spreading in Germany and Europe. German consumers in particular are turning to electricity-based heating appliances, just as they did with toilet paper in the past.

Automobile manufacturers vs. suppliers

Automobile manufacturers vs. suppliers

The general conditions for the automotive industry have deteriorated further since the beginning of the year. The industry continues to be affected by problems along the value chain with raw materials and intermediate products.

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Inflation in mining and metal industry

Inflation in the mining industry is skyrocketing as rising input costs and high selling prices divert attention away from cost control.