US EditionWater Shortages Increasingly Threaten Germany’s Economy and Ecosystems – Report
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Since the beginning of the century, Germany has lost some 60 billion cubic meters of water, a study shows. This is supposed to affect the country and the economy.
An unimaginable amount: According to Nabu, Germany has lost some 60 billion cubic meters of water since the beginning of the century. Investing in measures against this would cost several billion euros - but the damage caused by the water loss would be much greater.
One study notes that Germany has lost around 60 billion cubic meters of water since the beginning of the century. Experts advise on targeted measuresAccording to the environmental organisation Nabu in the agricultural sector and the entire economy, Germany is facing considerable damage due to water scarcity. "Since the beginning of the 2000s, the country has lost about 60 billion cubic meters of groundwater and water reservoirs.This corresponds …
Inadequate water management could weaken Germany's competitiveness and cause high costs. A study by the consulting firm BCG in cooperation with the environmental organization NABU, reported by "Der Spiegel," estimates the costs at up to €625 billion by 2050. This equates to approximately €25 billion per year. The figures include insurance claims for flood damage and crop failures due to drought. In addition, the study considers indirect costs s…
Germany has enough rain. But our soils can store water increasingly poorly. A joint study by NABU and BCG shows which solutions nature offers for water shortages. more ...
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