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Discover helpful tips about eco-friendly travel and sustainable travel destinations in Europe.

The ESG is intended to help companies act in a more environmentally friendly manner. But what is the indicator and why can it be an important tool for consumers in making sustainable purchasing decisions?

Stronger together: Berlin Fashion Week has joined forces with Copenhagen Fashion Week and will adopt the Nordic partner’s sustainability requirements from 2026  

The Impact Festival will bring innovators, investors and political stakeholders together in Frankfurt from 30 to 31 October 2024. We reveal in advance what highlights await us at Europe's largest B2B event for sustainable innovations

In 2024, Paris wants to do everything differently. The host has set itself the goal of hosting the most sustainable Olympic Games to date

Sustainability à la carte! We explain why sustainable credit cards make the difference and have compared the best ecological bank providers

Future-oriented technologies and interdisciplinary exchange at the Greentech Festival 2024 - Berlin under the sign of sustainable transformation

The Circular Republic Festival focused in Munich in November on circular economy, expert opinions and innovations

In addition to companies, buildings, manufacturers and innovations, personalities such as Sebastian Vettel and Zoe Wees received awards for sustainable actions

Last week, the Earthshot Awards 2023 awarded five companies to support their sustainable innovations.

Disruptive solutions, controversial discourses & dynamic cooperation - these are the key takeaways of the Greentech Festival 2023

Climate labels for climate protection: CarbonTag uses precise data to motivate consumers to consume sustainably Interview with Marcia Holst, co-founder of CarbonTag

The international competence center for design is celebrating its anniversary - and with it collaboration, talent promotion, innovation and sustainability

Green technologies, future-proof knowledge & global synergies for transformative change - that's what the Greentech Festival 2023 promises

From activewear to creative exercises to mental wellbeing - these 5 tips will help you create a sustainable fitness routine

Avenida Santiago founder Roland Knipfer on fair jewelery as a sustainable and ethical step in the evolution of the jewelery industry Interview with Roland Knipfer, founder of Avenida Santiago

E-bikes make sustainable mobility possible and attractive - how a family business combines e-mobility, innovation and design

The IPCC report marks an urgent turning point: the need for action to protect the climate has never been greater and solutions more readily available 

Design becomes the engine for sustainability, inclusion and community - everything about the metatrends of the Gensler Design Forecast

The threat of climate change no longer allows compromises in terms of social and ecological sustainability - this is what the COP27 demands

How the SaaS platform Plan A enables, simplifies and automates the transition to a sustainable and decarbonized economy In an interview with Lubomila Jordanova, Co-Founder & CEO “Plan A”

When architecture meets uncompromising social & ecological sustainability - UNStudio launches design for Frankfurt's NION office tower

A group of MIT scientists is researching an utopian idea to stop global climate change

Burberry validates climate targets using the SBTi standards

The latest retail developments – these are the top retail trends for 2023

Renewable energy with minimal emissions 

Sustainability in the hotel industry - expression of an exclusive lifestyle Partnership Content

A radical switch to sustainable materials is imperative to meet climate targets 

Everything can be reached in a quarter of an hour - can the 15-minute city work?

For everyone who is committed to sustainability - together for a working world without burnout for people and nature

Climate catastrophes, energy transition and trillion trees - together for a green and sustainable future

Bind textiles from greenhouse gases and carbon - the company Rubi Laboratories makes this possible and the industry is keen on it

Looking for a new hobby? Here is the best of the climate-friendly & low-emission leisure activities for this summer

After NJAL has already given 50.000 designers a voice in fashion, the first own & sustainable Collection N°1 follows

The best tips on how to find sustainable hotels and what to look out for when making your selection

Zaha Hadid Architects' BEEAH Headquarters: a symbol of architecture at the intersection of sustainability, technology and philanthropy 

Blockchain and crypto are currently traded as the "green" capital investment for an ecological future - is crypto sustainable? 

Clean Beauty Update: Are anhydrous cosmetics the sustainable solution for clear skin and a clean planet?

Will hydrogen become a model of the future? Latest developments make hydrogen a “game changer”

Look good and feel good: 10 sustainable fashion tips and a guide to make your wardrobe more durable

Palm oil is a harmful product for people and the environment, but the problem also offers potential with innovative solutions to make an entire economy more sustainable

With increasing urbanization, the challenges for urban planning also increase - circular cities offer a possible solution

Everything you need to know about plastic waste - from waste incineration to bioplastics to recycling quotas In an interview with Martin Hinteregger, founder of Waste Reduction

Both a challenge and an opportunity: possible solutions for transparent supply chains in the fashion industry

How Veganuary makes vegan nutrition more attractive for the masses and even brings large companies to new dishes

Grootbos unites nature, animals and people through tourism and sustainability Interview with Michael Lutzeyer, founder of Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

6 questions to Prof. Dr. Stefan Bratzel, Head of the Center of Automotive Management, on the sustainability of mobility In an interview with Prof. Dr. Stefan Bratzel, Director Center of Automotive Management

Between progress and room for improvement: These are the results of the UN climate conference COP26 and its implications for the future

“The tip we always give is that you can't afford not to invest in sustainability, because it's a future-oriented, strategic decision.” Interview with Lara Obst, Co-Founder and Chief Climate Officer of Climate Choice

This year's UN climate conference COP26 is considered as most crucial for the fight against climate change

Here are 5 trends and innovative materials that are permanently changing architecture and design

With the Earthshot Prize, Prince William is launching a 10-year plan to restore the health of our planet

“The problem in the care industry is not transparency, but ethics - brands like Forgo have to take responsibility to educate their consumers about sustainability” Interview with Allon Libermann, design manager of From Us With Love and co-founder of Forgo

In 2022, the German Design Council will continue to promote and honor new solutions and sustainable design with its Iconic Awards: Innovative Interior

Success is often defined by money - At the fintech start-up Tomorrow Bank, sustainability is defined by the success of money In an interview with Michael Schweikart, co-founder of Tomorrow Bank

With “DIRT,” model and environmental activist Arizona Muse has dedicated herself to supporting biodynamic agriculture. She explains what that means in an exclusive interview 

Through enjoyment to a sustainable food industry - Slow Food strengthens the senses for a responsible food system

More and more people are drawn to the city and more and more green space has to make room - wooded high-rise buildings should represent a solution to the problem

Innovative technologies aims to combat climate change through CO2 capture

Laboratory meat is considered to be the meat alternative of the future. But what exactly is so-called clean meat and can it actually replace conventional meat?

Unprecedented climatic extremes and an intensification of global warming alarm - this shows the world climate report of the IPCC. But also what can now be done to protect the planet 

Declaration of independence from fossil fuels: Tomás Saraceno's “Movement” installation for Ruinart balances sustainability, art and AR technology

5 questions to Philipp Bouteiller about the innovative and sustainable redesign of the former Berlin Tegel Airport In an interview with Prof. Dr. Philipp Bouteiller, CEO Tegel Projekt GmbH

World-famous musician Drake is rising as an investor and collaboration partner at Aspiration, a Los Angeles startup specializing in sustainability and financial services

Human numbers in metropolitan regions and record sales paint the current picture of the fashion landscape - but how sustainable is the post-Covid consumerism?

The luxury company announces changes in its own supply chain and promotes future-oriented projects. Is the new goal realistic or too ambitious?

 Collaboration instead of competition is the name of the game at Futurecraft.Footprint - the sneaker with the lowest CO2 footprint to date

Not using animal products is considered environmentally friendly and healthy, but is that true? Here is the life cycle assessment of milk alternatives in comparison

No more sneakers - elegant shoes for all styles without animal suffering and with an ethical supply chain? Here are the most beautiful brands for vegan shoes for women and men

Discover the top 5 sustainable cities in Europe

These management practices are what make sustainable companies successful - six recommendations for action for successful change

Sustainability is causing a change in the fashion industry - It's a fight called fast fashion vs. slow fashion and here are all trends at a glance

The German Design Council is a partner of the “New European Bauhaus” - a creative, interdisciplinary initiative of the European Commission to promote sustainability

A three-year cooperation between Chanel and CISL to promote sustainability and inclusion

The law passed in 2019 only contains inadequate requirements for reducing emissions after 2030

The hype about crypto art has triggered a climate controversy due to the supposedly high energy consumption - but there is hope for a green crypto development

Trendy and environmentally friendly: Sustainable drinking bottles made of stainless steel, glass and co. Are declaring war on plastic waste

Good food or cooking boxes are more popular than ever. Here are the best delivery platforms for ordering food in your region

We clear up myths and show the real advantages of veggie products - here is the best of for healthy meat alternatives

These luxury electric cars set new standards in terms of design, technology and comfort - the best models in 2021

Denmark is planning an artificial island to store wind energy in the North Sea. In this way, millions of European households may be supplied with electricity

Inidigenous technologies as a solution to climate change - In conversation with the author Julia Watson, about alternative ideas in symbiosis with nature In an interview with Julia Watson

EU members have decided to reduce CO2030 emissions by 2% by 55 and thus have tightened the climate protection targets

Designer Huachen Xin inspires social change with his Pollution Ranger and Smog Shade In an interview with designer Huachen Xin

Photovoltaics is one of the most promising renewable energies of our time. Here is everything you need to know about it

Ordering and sending packages is part of everyday life. However, since this can harm the environment, we show alternatives for sustainable packaging

Microsoft launches the Transfrom to Net Zero initiative for climate protection. Discover what that means and how companies can contribute

In 2020, too, the CSR trends will be towards ethics and sustainability. We show which trends will determine the corporate culture of the future

The world wants to move again. But what will tourism look like in the future? This is shown by the three travel dimensions Awaycation, Staycation and digital Wandering By Expert Julia Riedmeier "Neo Luxury"

Awareness of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals is almost 50%. Society predominantly combines sustainability and climate protection with the SDGs, but many other important aspects are hidden behind them

Again this year, companies worldwide were ranked in terms of their CSR. Denmark leads the field of sustainable business practices in the CSR Ranking 2020

The promise of the Smart City: quality of life, environmental protection & efficiency. We show which challenges have to be solved in a smart way

The fact that plants improve the indoor climate is controversial - we show what is really true of the myth and how you can guarantee to optimize your well-being with a few green accents

There are no limits to the conscious use of fashion - the best slow fashion tips for more sustainable fashion

COVID-19 makes digital networking more important than ever. We show the importance of digitization due to Corona

How sustainable is online shopping? Advantages and disadvantages of digital shopping and ways to simply avoid CO2 emissions when shopping

The Volvo pioneer in innovative hybrid and electrical technology

The environmental impact of Coronavirus is controversial. However, it is certain that the pandemic teaches us important insights for dealing with climate change

Forests must be protected in Germany as well as worldwide. We have known this at the very latest since the forest fires in the Amazon region. Here's what each and everyone of us can do against forest extinction 

A fictional dispute between our editors, in which two opposing points of view are prepared in an abstract and fact-based manner - pro and con

Microplastics and plastic avoidance are omnipresent, an issue with an extraordinary impact on our planet. Tips for a life without plastic

Whether concept car made of 80% recycled plastic or a micro-home, the Milan design studio Mandalaki is on the pulse of the times

Neo-ecology is the megatrend that will shape the 2020st century like no other: environmental awareness is transformed from an individual lifestyle to social movement. Sustainability from the consumption trend to the economic factor

Gentle tourism distances itself from mass tourism and appeals to the personal responsibility of travelers. How to do this is shown by our 8 helpful tips for sustainable travel international

We show how easy a conscious life can be. Go Green means every step counts. Help with small changes to the environment and sensitize yourself in the long term

Devastating fires have raged in the Amazonas for days and the drought continues to spread the flames uncontrollable. About a political power struggle and the power of social media

The Prince of Wales has been committed to a sustainable future for decades. With various projects and initiatives, Prince Charles supports areas such as finance and the food industry to act responsibly

Dolce Vita can be enjoyed twice in sustainable organic hotels. Find your personal favorite now and pamper not only yourself, but also your environment on your next vacation in Italy

More than just honey - why actor Morgan Freeman is fighting bee deaths with a ranch and what each one can do

Corporate social responsibility is becoming more and more important and global corporations are focusing on sustainability. Reduction of CO2 emissions and waste, diversity and other sustainable aspects are the basis of the CSR assessment

Not only politics is in demand. With a few simple tricks, everyone can do something to protect the climate at home and in everyday life

Despite the often communicated real threat of climate change, many people hesitate to act. But why do we lack self-motivation?  

Traveling is easier than ever before. Whether long-distance or luxury travel, it is important to choose the right means of transport, hotels or restaurants in order to compensate for the individual CO2 balance

Wasting water is a major challenge in the age of climate change. In the water guide we show what that means and how you can easily save water in everyday life

Sharing vehicles at first glance seems efficient, but how sustainable is CarSharing really?

Climate-related risks depend on the speed of future warming. According to the IPCC, an increase to 2,0 degrees leads to significant changes