Climate adaptation concept
The consequences of climate change are being felt more and more clearly. Droughts, hot summers and heavy rainfall are on the increase. Climate change has also arrived in Wiesbaden. The city is one of the driest and warmest regions in Germany. Summers are characterized by long, dry heat waves.
This has a negative impact on people's quality of life and health. Nature also suffers as a result.
Wiesbaden is also at risk from heavy rainfall. Its location on the edge of the Taunus and its many watercourses make the city susceptible to flooding. Measures must therefore be developed to protect people, the environment and infrastructure.
Climate adaptation will be promoted in the coming years. This means mitigating the consequences of climate change. From 2024, a climate adaptation concept will be developed for Wiesbaden. The Environmental Agency is leading the project. It is working together with other offices and experts. Goals and measures are defined together. Existing projects will also be included. The creation of the climate adaptation concept is being supported by an experienced, external planning office.
An information event was held on October 10, 2024 to present the current status. The climate adaptation concept is intended to raise awareness of climate change among politicians and the population. It will become part of the city's climate strategy.
The concept is funded by the Federal Ministry for the Environment. The project will run for 24 months.
