Der BMBF Wettbewerb „Energieeffiziente Stadt“ gibt fünf Städten in Deutschland die Gelegenheit, ihre jeweiligen Konzepte zur Steigerung der städtischen Energieeffizienz umzusetzen. Zur Beherrschung der Komplexität werden dabei verschiedene Methoden und Modelle eingesetzt. Dieser Beitrag...

This paper analyses the current technical potential for utilising excess heat from German biogas plants, in order to supply local settlements through district heating. Based on a survey of around 600 biogas plant operators, the fractions of excess heat in these plants are analysed. A heuristic...

The aim of this study is to contribute to a process of learning about innovative and successful approaches to tackle problems and challenges of urban environmental protection. For this purpose, a detailed overview of the importance of environmental challenges, political priorities and successful...