Federal "Blue Compass" award seeks the best projects for dealing with climate impacts

Projects can be submitted to the Federal Ministry for the Environment until 22.03.2024. The aim is to present innovative, effective and sustainable solutions for dealing with the effects of climate change. All projects and measures to prevent and adapt to the consequences of global warming are welcome: From climate-resilient product and production cycles and measures for heat or occupational safety, especially for vulnerable people, to innovative concepts for dealing with new pathogens and invasive species, to the cultivation of climate-adapted plant varieties as well as renaturalized moors and forests or nature-based measures for heavy rainfall prevention. A total of 20 projects will then be nominated for the award in the categories of municipalities, private and municipal companies, research and educational institutions as well as clubs, associations and foundations, with the prospect of prize money of 25,000 euros per winner. The "Blue Compass" is the highest state award for exemplary solutions for prevention and adaptation to the consequences of climate change in Germany. A jury of experts from the Federal Ministry for the Environment, the Federal Environment Agency, municipal umbrella organizations, industry and research will select one winner in each category from the nominated projects at the end of June 2024. The award ceremony will take place on 19.09.2024 at the Federal Ministry for the Environment in Berlin. Further information here.