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In a rapidly changing world, MADE in Germany examines the risks and benefits of digitalization and its impact on the way we work, what we earn and how we live. The program also investigates the ethics of business, and showcases young entrepreneurs who are redefining the workplace. Instead of just crunching the numbers, MADE delves deeper into issues and also explores the emotional side to stories.
Organic solar film made from hydrocarbons is flexible, environmentally friendly and easy to apply. The film consists of solar cells that can be applied almost anywhere — not just on roofs.
Sanctions are meant to end wars, weaken warmongers, prevent nuclear weapons manufacturing and transform dictatorships into democracies. But do they? And who do they hit hardest?
The European Union is considering whether to introduce the digital euro by 2026. It would work rather like Bitcoin, but without fees. And it would only be used for smaller payments. How would it work and what would it mean for cash?
Swedish-Ukrainian company Grain Alliance has found a new route for its grain exports via Slovakia. China is one of the main recipients, but Russia is blocking Ukrainian Black Sea ports and therefore maritime shipments.
Spain has raised its minimum wage in recent months, and put a cap on energy prices. But for many, the measures are still not enough as food prices remain high. And how are the wage hikes affecting the labor market?
Montenegro has gone into huge debt to build a highway on China's New Silk Road. What will happen if the country can't pay that money back? Even worse, the project has also created a slew of environmental problems.
San Francisco is experimenting with fully autonomous robotaxis, but is it too soon? Some focus on the mishaps, while others say that AI learns from its mistakes and self-driving cars could save lives in the long run.
Chinese e-cars are making their way onto the German market. They're cheaper than their competitors and have a longer range, but aren't always of the same quality. Sales figures are still low, but could that change?
As demand for heat pumps grows, a number of companies are moving their manufacturing to eastern Europe. Vaillant is building a mega factory in Slovakia, but is also maintaining production sites in Germany.
Building solar farms and wind parks is one thing. Plugging them into the grid is another. How does our power system need to change to cope with more renewables?
An abundance of renewable energy projects are being planned and implemented in Texas. But wind and solar energy in the Lone Star State are increasingly facing resistance from the population and members of the Republican Party.
Using animal waste like pig fat in aviation fuel was long regarded as a key to reducing emissions in Europe. But now, other industries are voicing concern that there isn’t enough pig fat to go around.
India's economic rise seems inevitable. It’s on track to having the world’s third largest economy by 2030, and could eventually surpass the United States and China too. It might seem far-fetched now, but the facts speak for themselves.
India has sent an unmanned rocket into space. It was launched from near the Indian metropolis of Chennai, and is meant to land on the south side of the moon. The goal of the mission is to deploy a space vehicle there.
Germany lacks skilled workers. Experts say that 1.5 million immigrants are needed each year to maintain the labor force. But what has to change to make migrants want to come to Germany?
Is hydrogen a suitable drive technology? Major German auto supplier, Mahle, believes that the hydrogen engine is ready for series production in agricultural machinery and trucks. But when it comes to cars, many experts are pessimistic. We take a look.
Europe's biggest greenhouse is the size of 80 soccer fields. A technical organism, but does it also make ecological sense? Plants illuminated with LEDs, heated with waste wood, irrigated with rainwater. Everything is coordinated.
Energy can be generated not only with wind and solar plants - but also unconventionally: such as by dancing in a club, going for a walk or using subway turnstiles. We present some of the most unusual methods.
A Leipzig start-up wants to use microbubbles to filter microplastics out of water before they flow into the sea via rivers - which carry 80% of microplastics to the oceans. What can the new technology do?
Chinese companies are pushing deeper into the global EV market. Now the US wants to supercharge production -- on its own terms. They’re aiming to increase production and rely on their own supply chains, keeping China outside looking in. Will it work?
In Heidelberg, Europe's biggest 3D-printed building is under construction: using additive concrete. The pros: fewer workers are needed and the procedure is supposed to be more climate friendly. Are 3D printers the construction workers of the future?
In Rwanda, the startup Zipline uses drones to deliver blood and essential medicines to rural hospitals. The service can help save lives.
Phosphorus is a key component of fertilizers, but the raw material has a finite source, and scientists are worried we're squandering what's already there. How can we prevent a shortage — and what does our pee have to do with it?
India is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, attracting more and more attention from investors as an alternative to China. German companies are increasingly active in the country.
All too often, companies that feature LGBTQ people in their ad campaigns cave in when faced with a conservative backlash. But could they actually benefit in the long run by remaining steadfast in supporting minority communities?
Swedish steelmaker SSAB has produced the world's first fossil fuel-free steel using hydrogen at its Hybrit pilot plant. Automaker Volvo Group is the first customer for this green steel, which will be used in its vehicles.
After a three-year break, Lufthansa's A380 is once again taking to the skies. The giant Airbus now flying from Munich to Boston, and to New York. DW reporters observed all the preparations and were on board for the maiden flight.
A Swiss entrepreneur has created an app to trace the palm oil supply chain in Indonesia. Starting with small farmers, it tracks the oil's route from source to market to retail and consumers -- ensuring environmental and labor standards are met.
Old rocket parts, broken satellites, lost screws and other space debris have been floating near Earth’s orbit for more than 50 years. Innovative solutions are needed to remedy this dangerous situation.
The German-Australian company Vulcan Energy Resources uses a geothermal plant to extract lithium from thermal water. Now Dutch-French car manufacturer Stellantis has invested €50 million in Vulcan Energy.
Wind farms in Germany are often criticized for ruining the landscape. It’s worse when residents don’t benefit from them, but a village in Saxony-Anhalt tried a different approach. Residents there are advocates for wind energy.
Working four days a week for a full salary is an attractive idea. Could it offer companies and workers more flexibility? Some countries have had it for a while - now it's being tested in Germany.
The worldwide spice trade has a volume of some 130 billion dollars. Demand for ever more exotic spices is rising. Estimates suggest that the spice industry will grow by 37 percent this year over last year. We visit a spice trader in Hamburg.
Sweden is becoming one of the EU’s key suppliers of natural resources. And without copper, there’s no high tech, no battery or environmental technology. We joined the driver of a giant truck in one of Europe’s biggest copper mines.
The Berlin startup Aitme developed a cooking robot for use in restaurants. Could this potentially resolve the worker shortage issue? What do guests, cooks and restaurant owners think about this innovation?
Clean energy from re-growing resources and waste. Biomass sounds like a perfect alternative power source. But what does it mean if we use organic matter for fuel or electricity?
Barcelona has become the first city in Europe to issue a levy on online delivery companies. The so-called 'Amazon tax' hopes to encourage consumers out of their homes and into local shops. A model for other cities to follow?
Indonesia is regularly devastated by floods, and they're getting worse as global heating goes on. A new e-scooter is aimed at helping the 76 million residents living in flood-prone areas stay mobile when the waters surge.
Solar energy is crucial for achieving an emissions-free future. But where's best to put photovoltaic panels when they take up so much space?
Robots are already assisting staff in care homes and hospitals. Could they replace them altogether? The Munich Institute of Robotics has developed Garmi, a humanoid robotic assistant for the elderly.
The Fehmarn Belt Tunnel will link Denmark and Germany. It's an engineering masterpiece that is set to halve journey times between Hamburg and Copenhagen.
The USA is luring chip manufacturers into the country with massive subsidies. Can Europe keep up? “Silicon Saxony" is taking up the challenge near Dresden, where nearly 200 companies are now working.
Making it in Germany – one Hamburg startup is building electric trailers for bicycles that can transport loads of up to 150 kilos. The technology was developed by two engineers from Russia and Pakistan.
Germany’s atomic age ended on April 15th, 2023 — during an energy crisis. Now coal plants are being fired up again to ensure a reliable supply of energy. Was shutting down Germany’s nuclear power plants a mistake?
Jane von Rabenau's startup Siklus combats marine pollution in Indonesia by offering household product refills. Apps and social media play a key role in the business model.
Over a year after Putin invaded Ukraine, observers say the war has possibly accelerated the energy transition in Europe. MADE investigates.
How much energy consumption is involved in ChatGPT? How much electricity does AI use? What about the internet in general? Is there a way of making computing power more energy-efficient?
Humna Raza is an influencer in Pakistan. She is one of the first women there to have a YouTube channel, an Instagram blog, and her own platforms. She hopes to motivate other women to become active on social media.
A company in Hamburg is using cocoa shells to produce biochar. The plant-based charcoal captures CO2 and can enrich depleted soils. What is the green potential of this new product?
Offshore wind parks could soon be revolutionized. Up to now, wind farms could only be built in relatively shallow waters. But wind is stronger in deep sea regions. Are floating wind turbines the solution?
Almería is southern Spain’s agricultural powerhouse. But it has been heavily criticized for pollution and exploitation of migrant labor—including poor living conditions. Can a new German law change that?
Multiple banking collapses in March, a crisis of confidence and rising interest rates – it’s a triple whammy that’s making it more difficult for startups to access funds. How are startups in Berlin coping?
The devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria show how important it is for buildings to be earthquake-proof. But how would that work? Could artificial intelligence help protect houses from collapsing?
Australia has been plagued by fires and floods for years. It has the sun, wind, water, land, minerals and money to clean up its economy. Yet Australians are among the world’s worst polluters. Is it starting to change?
The auto industry hopes to save the internal combustion engine with e-fuels, a climate-neutral fuel. But can it work? Its efficiency is minimal and the price so high that it’s been called the “champagne“ of fuels.
An Austrian-based company is producing green hydrogen from plastic waste and sewage sludge. The groundbreaking idea is both economical and green. So far they only have a pilot plant, and are now looking for investors.
German company Autarq makes special roof tiles with built-in solar modules. The big advantage over conventional tiles: a greater area for capturing energy. Plus they look nicer!
Don't believe everything you read on the Internet – especially when it comes to renewable energies. We debunk some of the biggest myths online, in the process entering the world of dubious lobby groups and clandestine funding.
Flying guilt-free on vacation? Researchers are feverishly looking for carbon neutral alternatives to climate-killing kerosene. Neither hydrogen nor electric motors look to be viable options, but what about biofuel?
Lufthansa mothballed its A380s two years ago due to the pandemic. But now the airline is reactivating the superjumbos, due to an unexpectedly rapid rise in demand and resulting uncovered capacities.
Building homes for individuals is becoming rare. Mini houses could help. They can house residents or refugees in urban areas while causing less damage to the environment because they take up less room. Local authorities just need to catch up.
Why do big banks need to be rescued? When are they actually systemically important? Plus, why is the dream of owning your own home an environmental nightmare? And how can those houses be heated more efficiently? Are mini houses a good alternative?
Programmer Maria was a supporter of Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny. Web designer Ilya was scared of being drafted into Putin’s war. They’re both living in exile in Georgia.
The banking crisis, the pandemic and war have exposed vulnerabilities in the global economy. Some people still insist that the market will fix everything, as if it were some kind of organic entity — a notion that needs debunking.
The crisis began with a series of failures among US banks that invest in tech firms and startups. Now, even Switzerland’s Credit Suisse is in big trouble. Is there a global banking crisis on the horizon?
What if we could farm beef in a way that’s actually good for the environment? Steaks hamburgers, or meatballs - beef production emits more greenhouse gases than any other food. Can changing how we care for cattle make a difference?
In Europe, 26% of the water supply is lost each year due to leaks in the sewer systems. Tiny pipe robots can enter the network, locate faults and transmit information and location to an engineer, helping save billions of liters of water.
What does the future hold for the microchip industry? There's a global race on to make the smallest and most powerful microchips, with hundreds of billions of dollars being invested in factories.
Startup Heytheo has developed a semi-autonomous delivery robot. It's called Theo, and it could soon be lowering delivery costs by two-thirds.
Kerala in India is seeing a boom in artificial intelligence companies. Infolks is a data processing startup that now employs hundreds of women.
Louise Mabulo is a young farmer in the Philippines, one of the few women in this male-dominated profession. By promoting sustainable agriculture that's resistant to climate change, she’s hoping to help her country and make farming more appealing.
Stock trading is booming like never before – and under-30s have gotten on board. Young investors tend to trade stocks online, using their smartphones. What’s behind the trading hype, and how are young stock traders faring?
The small Danish island of Bornholm isn't very well known, but it might be the greenest island on the planet. It’s transformed its economy by investing in sustainable business practices, with the aim of becoming carbon neutral.
German manufacturer Quantum Systems is delivering 150 reconnaissance drones to the Ukrainian military. They're used to spy on the enemy and relay their coordinates, giving Ukraine the upper hand when it comes to data communication.
Pakistan's economy relies heavily on imported oil, gas and coal. But consumers are struggling with the fallout from supply chain problems and rising electricity costs, and many are switching to solar power.
The industrial region of Chemnitz had close ties with Russia. The war in Ukraine ended that. Orders were cancelled and revenue was lost. Now, China is taking Russian business, leaving German firms to find new markets.
Climate change is a huge problem for winter tourism in Germany. Snow is only guaranteed at very high elevations. Places below the snow line need new ideas to attract tourists in the future.
Methane is responsible for more than a quarter of global warming. But companies aren’t reducing their emissions, and there isn't enough legislation to ban it. Ajit Niranjan meets a methane hunter with a special camera.
The energy crisis has forced the world to look for new sources. One of them is geothermal energy – heat inside the earth that’s always beneath our feet. It can be used to make electricity, but with some difficulties.
Competition regulators from the US and Germany have blocked the sale of Danish company Maersk Container Industry to a Chinese company. It would have seen China dominate the industry.
Uma Hapsari has written a book about the eventful history behind her brand of comfortable shoes. It describes her personal rise and fall – and comeback.
A German startup is developing a solution for making augmented reality feel like an in-person meeting. We looked at the groundbreaking new technology used by Gixel.
Demand for lithium is at record levels. The US currently sources most of its supply from China – but now intends to mine large quantities of the metal in Nevada. But those plans face resistance from indigenous tribes.
We need more homes – and it's now even possible to make the workers that build them. Switzerland has seen the introduction of the first construction site robots. We look at how they could speed up the pace of building.
We need to cut CO2 – but also need more housing. Concrete is among the biggest carbon generators in the world, responsible for 8% of CO2 emissions. A startup in Berlin has found a way of changing that situation – using artificial intelligence.
An Indonesian startup enables fish farmers to improve their income at the touch of a button. This new episode of DW's Smartphone Business series features the founder of eFishery: Gibran Huzaifah.
Microbes wield a considerable influence on soil composition, which in turn affects plants. The miniscule organisms could help to revive unhealthy farmland and keep the global population fed.
There are plenty of faux pas you can make when applying for a job. DW reporter Kristina Becker shows you how to get things right the first time — because you may never get a second chance.
Building housing with Lego-like blocks speeds up the construction of affordable housing. A student accommodation block in Berlin is being built entirely from pre-made modules.
Is Putin driving the energy transition forward? The war in Ukraine has increased Germany’s commitment to renewable energy, but the process is often hindered by bureaucratic hurdles. What’s going wrong?
The sale of bunkers has boomed due to the threat of nuclear war from Russia. Some mini bunkers sell for €40,000, while luxury versions cost up to €1.9 million. Their manufacturers have made a fortune. Christian Pricelius found out more.
The super-rich have more money than they could ever spend. But how can society compel them to give up their excessive wealth? Billionaires counter that they work hard, create jobs and make big donations.
A new movement in Europe is asking whether or not a person can be too rich. A €100,000 gift is nothing to a billionaire, while it could change the life of someone in poverty. Those who subscribe to limitarianism believe wealth should be curbed.
A Berlin-based startup recycles construction waste and debris from demolished houses. They’re aiming to create more innovative methods that make building with concrete cheaper and more environmentally friendly.
There is now general consensus that the commodities crisis was unavoidable—but was it really? Behavioral economists don’t think so. Nor do they think it likely to repeat itself in exactly the same way. They blame our thinking on “hindsight bias.”
Ajay Maurya is a software developer who moved from India to Germany to work. His agent says German authorities need to move faster if the shortage of skilled workers is to be solved.
Because of climate change, we need new food crops that can withstand heat and drought and increase yields. Conventional propagating methods are lengthy and expensive. The CRISPR gene scissors promise rapid success. But is the process safe?
What's the difference between qubits and bits? Why are quantum computers so much faster and more powerful? And why does quantum mechanics have so little to do with our daily lives?
Skiing the slopes in your own living room, floating weightlessly in outer space, striding through the virtual world as an avatar. You can do all this and more in the metaverse – though you do need a VR headset. Is there a downside?
“The machine that builds the machine” is Elon Musk’s oft-cited vision of the automotive factory of the future. Robots will rule the roost and humans will only go there as customers. Other robot fans have even more radical visions of where we’re headed.
The global seed market is controlled by barely a handful of companies. This monopoly limits farmers' choices about what crops they can grow, and what food ends up on our shelves. What can be done to break it?
Against all odds, Ukraine’s tech sector is flourishing. With Internet and mobile connection damaged by the war, many companies are working abroad and donating some of their profits to the country’s defense effort.
Migrants are often treated inconsistently, depending on their socio-economic clout. That needs to change, argues DW's diversity expert.
Prices of liquified natural gas have soared since the Ukraine war. Wealthier nations have been snapping up supplies, while many developing countries are coming up short. In parts of Asia, people are facing blackouts and gas rationing.
Re-fitting diesel buses with e-batteries is technically challenging, but it also offers an opportunity.
Kamila Armarys doesn't shy away from challenges. Originally from Wrocław, Poland, she's now an innovation manager at a Berlin-based chip manufacturer. Her decision to come to Germany came by chance.
Mathias von Tucher is in charge of Moldova's only international port: Giurgiuleşti. The inland port has been a strategic lifeline for Ukraine during the war. So is Moldova under threat from Russia as a result?
LPJ Studios in Bavaria whips up witty home accessories from upcycled and recycled luxury fabrics, left over by fashion houses. The result: quirky 'monster-cushions' and blankets made from velvet, cashmere and alpaca wool.
Young engineering student Nivedha RM in Bangalore has developed a machine that can recycle 500 tons of plastic a day. Garbage from landfills is turned into furniture, school desks and building materials.
Norway plans to use its experience in the oil and gas industry to send CO2 emissions back into the ground. It's part of a state program supporting the large-scale implementation of CCS — carbon capture and storage.
With the demand for e-cars rising, Europe needs its own battery industry, and the ability to extract its own raw materials used to produce them. We visit one of Europe's largest nickel mines that's working to make the process more sustainable.
From the design of cars and smartphones to medical diagnoses, our world is made by men for men - and sometimes with deadly consequences. Women have been forgotten for too long, but that's finally set to change.
Menna Mohab swapped her home city of Cairo for Berlin. Despite a difficult job hunt and burocratic hurdles, the IT specialist recommends that everyone live abroad for a time. Getting out of her own comfort zone opened her eyes to her own abilities.
When a mass of highly trained people leaves one country to work elsewhere, many describe it as a 'brain drain'. But we needn't view emigration in such a negative light, DW's Chiponda Chimbelu says. Many are just seizing the chance for a better life.
The economy is top of mind for minorities, especially Nevada's Latinos. In Las Vegas, many of them work in low-wage jobs in hotels and restaurants. Inflation and high rents are major concerns. What role will minority voters play in the midterm elections and — and what will unions play?
Need a handyman? Bad luck, the next appointment is in four weeks. The shortage of skilled workers is increasing worldwide in many industries. How did we get here and what can we do about it?
Clothing chain C&A is now producing jeans in Germany. With the help of robots powered by green energy, its factory in Mönchengladbach churns out 420,000 pairs a year. C&A’s motivation: more sustainability and the ability to react to trends faster.
In the US state of North Dakota, firms and environmental activists are pushing for renewables to counter the oil industry. For Cody Two Bears, a Sioux from the Standing Rock reservation, it's about showing respect for his ancestors and their culture.
DW reporter Miltiades Schmidt says his family belongs to Germany’s middle class. But with prices rising fast, he wonders how much longer they’ll be able to make ends meet. A look at how one family is dealing with the energy crisis.
In Germany, high inflation and rising energy costs are making it hard for many people to get by. Some are being forced to pawn their possessions. More and more people from all walks of life are leaving items at pawnshops in exchange for loans.
Heat pumps are in big demand as an alternative to oil and gas. But they’re big energy consumers themselves – especially when not properly configured. And there’s a shortage of professional installers.
France’s favorite condiment is disappearing from supermarket shelves. Drought has crippled harvests of mustard seeds in one of the major export nations: Canada. A report from France’s Burgundy region, where mustard is part of the local culture.
Autonomous trains are set to make rail travel more punctual and more efficient – while boasting energy savings of 30%. Operators also expect less wear and tear on the machinery. We look at a pilot project in Hamburg.
Computers are a heat source whose potential has yet to be tapped. The more data they process, the hotter they run. A home desktop PC may only produce enough thermal energy to warm up a small office, but there are data centers that have lots of potential.
Computers are a heat source whose potential has yet to be tapped. The more data they process, the hotter they run. A home desktop PC may only produce enough thermal energy to warm up a small office, but there are data centers that have lots of potential.
Computers are a heat source whose potential has yet to be tapped. The more data they process, the hotter they run. A home desktop PC may only produce enough thermal energy to warm up a small office, but there are data centers that have lots of potential.
The Greek government is speeding up its energy transition by promoting wind energy in particular. But resistance to wide-ranging wind farm construction is growing on Evia, a large island near Athens.
The Greek government is speeding up its energy transition by promoting wind energy in particular. But resistance to wide-ranging wind farm construction is growing on Evia, a large island near Athens.
The Greek government is speeding up its energy transition by promoting wind energy in particular. But resistance to wide-ranging wind farm construction is growing on Evia, a large island near Athens.
The production of avatars for the metaverse relies on the provision of full-body scans. That's complicated. Entrepreneur Naureen Mehmood from Pakistan has developed a platform which simplifies the process.
The production of avatars for the metaverse relies on the provision of full-body scans. That's complicated. Entrepreneur Naureen Mehmood from Pakistan has developed a platform which simplifies the process.
The production of avatars for the metaverse relies on the provision of full-body scans. That's complicated. Entrepreneur Naureen Mehmood from Pakistan has developed a platform which simplifies the process.
Digital systems are increasingly voice-operated. Two-thirds of people in Africa are at a digital disadvantage due to not speaking a global language. The big tech companies focus on clients in Europe and the US – but why not Africa?
Digital systems are increasingly voice-operated. Two-thirds of people in Africa are at a digital disadvantage due to not speaking a global language. The big tech companies focus on clients in Europe and the US – but why not Africa?
Digital systems are increasingly voice-operated. Two-thirds of people in Africa are at a digital disadvantage due to not speaking a global language. The big tech companies focus on clients in Europe and the US – but why not Africa?
The war in Ukraine hadn’t had much of an impact on Alaska until recently, when the US banned fish imports from Russia. Although it’s possible to maneuver around the sanctions, Alaskan fishers are hoping to fill the gap.
The war in Ukraine hadn’t had much of an impact on Alaska until recently, when the US banned fish imports from Russia. Although it’s possible to maneuver around the sanctions, Alaskan fishers are hoping to fill the gap.
The war in Ukraine hadn’t had much of an impact on Alaska until recently, when the US banned fish imports from Russia. Although it’s possible to maneuver around the sanctions, Alaskan fishers are hoping to fill the gap.
Peatlands are great for the climate because they store huge amounts of carbon, but the majority of them were dried out for peat mining and agricultural purposes. Now peatlands are being rewetted by the very farmers who destroyed them.
Peatlands are great for the climate because they store huge amounts of carbon, but the majority of them were dried out for peat mining and agricultural purposes. Now peatlands are being rewetted by the very farmers who destroyed them.
Peatlands are great for the climate because they store huge amounts of carbon, but the majority of them were dried out for peat mining and agricultural purposes. Now peatlands are being rewetted by the very farmers who destroyed them.
German farmers are struggling due to droughts and dryness. Heat waves and intense sunlight cause crops to grow quickly, but the edible grains are underdeveloped because of lacking water. The climate crisis is now reality in many regions.
German farmers are struggling due to droughts and dryness. Heat waves and intense sunlight cause crops to grow quickly, but the edible grains are underdeveloped because of lacking water. The climate crisis is now reality in many regions.
German farmers are struggling due to droughts and dryness. Heat waves and intense sunlight cause crops to grow quickly, but the edible grains are underdeveloped because of lacking water. The climate crisis is now reality in many regions.
The demand for energy is enormous, so why is wind power having such a hard time taking hold in Germany? Getting permits for wind turbines can take years, and production is expensive. Has Germany lost its footing in this industry of the future?
The demand for energy is enormous, so why is wind power having such a hard time taking hold in Germany? Getting permits for wind turbines can take years, and production is expensive. Has Germany lost its footing in this industry of the future?
The demand for energy is enormous, so why is wind power having such a hard time taking hold in Germany? Getting permits for wind turbines can take years, and production is expensive. Has Germany lost its footing in this industry of the future?
No rain. Rivers running dry. Sinking water tables. Europe's harvest in danger. Innovative ideas are called for. In Germany, farmers are investing in new reservoirs in the hope of turning waste water into groundwater.
No rain. Rivers running dry. Sinking water tables. Europe's harvest in danger. Innovative ideas are called for. In Germany, farmers are investing in new reservoirs in the hope of turning waste water into groundwater.
No rain. Rivers running dry. Sinking water tables. Europe's harvest in danger. Innovative ideas are called for. In Germany, farmers are investing in new reservoirs in the hope of turning waste water into groundwater.
An underground tunnel system for autonomous freight transport is being built in Switzerland. Two corporations have joined forces for the mammoth project — but it also needs government support.
Phoenix 2 is the name of Lilium's new air taxi. Test flights still have to take place without passengers or a pilot on board, but the first commercial flights are scheduled to depart in just three years.
Baidu, China's equivalent to Google, has become the first company to introduce driverless cars on China’s public roads. At the same time, Teslas have been banned, supposedly for safety reasons. A new front in the tech war between China and the US?
Many companies renew their computers and servers every few years. It comes at a huge cost, both financially and to the environment. But in recent years, the market for refurbished computer equipment has really taken off.
Workers at US giants like Amazon, Starbucks, Apple and Google are opting to form unions at an astonishing rate. And they’re having surprising success, despite those companies trying to suppress their efforts.
Gross domestic product, or GDP, only tells half the story. It shows the value of all goods and services, but doesn't consider factors like quality of life, happiness or the environment. We look at the pros and cons of using GDP to measure wealth.
Young Bangladeshi entrepreneur Samiha Tahsin founded an IT start up with the aim of building a more inclusive world. Here, she tells her story and shares what inspired her.
The oil-rich US state of North Dakota is seeing an uptick in drilling due to the energy crisis. Wary of sustainable alternatives, people hope it'll provide a long-term boost to the oil industry, and the jobs that depend on it.
Inflation and the pandemic have led to skyrocketing rents in NYC. Many locals are being priced out of the market, while evictions and homelessness are on the rise. But people are starting to take a stand.
The euro is at a 20-year low against the dollar– great news for tourists from abroad. With their purchasing power determined by the exchange rate, shopping has become a particularly rewarding experience.
Trade between St. Petersburg and Mumbai that used to travel via the Baltic Sea and the Suez Canal will now have an alternative. The new and shorter route circumnavigates sanctions, and is being welcomed by both Russian and Indian companies.
The Spanish town of Teruel became the last stop for many passenger jets during the pandemic, and has become home to endless rows of mothballed airplanes. Now Germany's largest airline is gradually waking them from their slumber.
Economists often warn of the consequences of a recession; companies go bankrupt, and jobs are lost. But in forcing weaker firms out of business, a recession can leave more room for growth and recovery.
Political pressure at home and strict COVID-19 policies have caused many companies working in China to rethink how they do business. Is it still worth investing in the country? An interview with China expert Jacob Gunter.
Wind energy and Europe's largest steel mill have a problem. The mill uses a lot of gas to cast steel rings for wind turbines. But gas prices are rising, and Russia turning off the taps could force the plant into emergency operation – or worse.
Mountains of grain are stuck at the Polish-Ukrainian border: wheat that’s needed in Europe, Africa and Asia. But transport over land by truck or train is complicated and time-consuming – and drives up the price.
It's been more than 100 years since the Bauhaus art school was founded. A number of products designed by its teachers and students are still being made. Officially under license, but also in unauthorized copies. And that can lead to lawsuits.
Online it’s getting harder than ever to distinguish between what’s real and what’s fake. The software is increasingly sophisticated and more widely available. How serious a threat do deepfakes pose to democracy and society?
It’s easy to spread fake news and it’s easy to make money with it. But the damage it does is considerable – it can make share prices fall and destroy reputations. How does it work and how much does it cost the global economy?
Staying in fancy hotels, gracing the front row at fashion shows, dining in hip restaurants – and posting it all on Instagram. The global pandemic has put a stop to the glamorous lives of influencers and left them trapped at home. How are they coping?
Lab-grown diamonds are taking some of the shine off the billion-dollar diamond business. Man-made diamonds are cheaper and more sustainable, and the technology used to produce them could also lead to innovations in other sectors.
Swarnalatha Reddi moved to Chennai, India’s automotive hub, to work in Mahindra’s R&D division. The young engineer is hoping to help Mahindra make the move to electromobility.
Many consider e-cars a sustainable alternative to gasoline- and diesel-powered transportation. But it’s not that straightforward. We analyze some of the issues.
Traffic jams cost us time and money. Ant highways are also super-busy – but clearly run a lot smoother. Those insect insights could be translated into better traffic conditions in the human world.
Berlin’s population grows by about 20,000 a year. Forecasts say the city will be home to 4 million people by 2030. Its streets are increasingly busy as cars, cyclists and pedestrians vie for space. We talk to experts about sustainable solutions.
As the world's sprawling megacities continue to grow, so do problems for their populations. They need new concepts for mobility, sustainability and urban planning – sooner rather than later.
Most urban building still involves concrete – and the cement industry accounts for three times more CO2 emissions than commercial aviation. How about climate-neutral wood? Berlin is home to a growing number of buildings using the natural material
Traffic jams cost us time and money. Ant highways are also super-busy – but clearly run a lot smoother. Those insect insights could be translated into better traffic conditions in the human world.
Many consider e-cars a sustainable alternative to gasoline- and diesel-powered transportation. But it’s not that straightforward. We analyze some of the issues.
Berlin’s population grows by about 20,000 a year. Forecasts say the city will be home to 4 million people by 2030. Its streets are increasingly busy as cars, cyclists and pedestrians vie for space. We talk to experts about sustainable solutions.
As the world’s sprawling megacities continue to grow, so do problems for their populations. They need new concepts for mobility, sustainability and urban planning – sooner rather than later.
The coronavirus brought the airline industry to a standstill. Thousands of jobs were cut, leaving Europe’s airports in chaos. Now the staff can’t be replaced fast enough. The result: vacation trips for many have been turned into nightmares.
How can fuel be made from CO2? With the help of an expert and a lab experiment, DW reporter Ahmad Kalaji found out – and was surprised by what he learned.
Gasoline prices have risen substantially in the US – even if not to the same degree as in e.g. Europe. But disrupted supply chains and the war in Ukraine have changed things, and people are on edge. A report from California’s west coast.
Vast swathes of land are being cleared to make way for solar power plants. Renewable energies are the future, but to what extent should fields and woods be sacrificed to make way for solar power plants? It's an environmental dilemma.
The oceans supply just 2% of global food. With fish farming now the fastest growing food production activity in the world, that could change. But even though it’s been practiced for thousands of years, fish farming poses environmental challenges.
Meat supplied our ancestors with important nutrients. Once a luxury, today meat is a globalized commodity that gets produced as cheaply as possible and we often have no idea where it comes from. Where did the meat industry go wrong?
Despite the pandemic and a huge aviation industry crisis, Eurowings has launched a new airline. Discover flies to holiday destinations in Africa. Staff are paid less than at parent company Lufthansa, but are happy to have work after the pandemic.
A startup is using CO2 as a source of carbohydrates. They mix the gas with other components in a bioreactor and the result is a yellow powder, which can be made into noodles, baked goods, drinks and much, much more. DW reporter Ahmad Kalaji tries it out.
The ocean, which covers most of the planet, is full of energy. If we could use all waves around the world we could power the planet three times over. But so far there are only a few wave power plants in operation.
Western countries are concerned that Russia could circumvent economic sanctions by falling back on cryptocurrencies. But Bitcoin payments are no longer anonymous, payments can be refused and accounts, blocked.
People differ by gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability and much more. The concept of diversity aims to recognize and value these individual characteristics and to appreciate the benefits of inclusiveness.
Mozambique fishers can no longer fish; Indian farmers can no longer live from their crops; Guatemalan women have been plunged into poverty. Three stories show how climate change is causing misery and chaos around the world.
Ukrainian refugees who are trained nurses could help alleviate Germany's nursing shortage. For now, the nurses are working under supervision, learning German, and preparing for licensure exams. German hospitals hope they'll stay.
Bangalore is the Silicon Valley of India. Large tech companies are drawn to the city, as are startups. But women still face barriers. The persistence of traditional gender norms makes it hard for women to launch companies.
Chiponda Chimbelu, an equality expert at DW, sheds light on the barriers faced by Black and queer people in Germany. What’s behind the country's lack of diversity in the workplace?
Many older wind turbines are being decommissioned. Their blades are hard to recycle and are often put in landfills or incinerated. But one company is upcycling them into furniture or transforming them into supports for bridges.
Europe is looking overseas to secure gas supplies, but it's considering more offshore drilling too. Locals fear this could trigger earthquakes or landslides. Our reporter Steven Beardsley visited two communities on the North Sea to hear their side.
Business is booming for arms makers, energy companies and camping equipment manufacturers -- due to the war in Ukraine. Many European and American companies are benefiting from the crisis. Why is that?
More four million people have fled Ukraine, at least 600,000 of them to Germany. Many refugees want to work, and Germany needs workers. What are the biggest challenges? Where do the problems lie?
The gas war has begun. Will Europe and Germany succeed in ridding themselves of their Achilles’ heel, Russian gas? Will Moscow cut off supplies? And can Norway or the Netherlands replace the shortfall?
In the northeastern German town of Schwedt, fears are running high. What will happen if an oil embargo comes into effect? With its refinery, Schwedt lives and breathes Russian oil. An end to supplies could spell mass unemployment.
The world's cheeses are the go-to choice for many who quit meat. But dairy products can have similar effects on the environment as meat. It depends on what they're made of though.
Can bugs help save the climate and ensure food security? Pioneers all over the world think they can. They're developing sustainable products made of the larvae of black soldier flies - which often get caught in a web of red tape.
Germany is poised to become the world's largest legal cannabis market. This could be the first domino to fall in a Europe-wide rush for marijuana revenue and corresponding state taxes. The business could be worth billions, as Ben Fajzullin found out.
The German population is aging, even as there's a shortage of about 100,000 nurses, and that trend is rising. Why? Little recognition and poor working conditions. Change is needed, and fast, because nurses are critical for elder care.
The MSA company in the Czech republic is suspected to belong to Russian oligarch Dmitry Pumpyansky. He's in Putin's inner circle and on the sanctions list. But MSA's ownership is intransparent. What do its employees think?
An LNG terminal is planned for Wilhelmshaven in the hopes of making Germany independent of Russian gas. Speed is of the essence. Is it possible to complete this terminal in record time? We visited the official construction kickoff to find out.
Nine years after the Rana Plaza disaster, Bangladesh is trying to make its garment industry fairer and more sustainable. But how much have conditions in Bangladesh’s garment sector improved?
New York wants to force the global fashion industry to become fairer and more environmentally sustainable. All large companies will have to disclose their supply chains and be held accountable for their social impact.
A stop to Russian gas supplies would be a disaster for Germany's gas-intensive industries like steel and glass. Many companies would have to halt production. Hundreds of thousands of jobs would be lost, with knock-on effects for other industries too.
The global problem of plastic pollution is growing, but there may be a solution that's been around for decades: chemical recycling. Could it be used to recycle plastic, old car tires and materials previously considered unrecyclable?
The US state of Georgia is hoping to finalize the biggest investment project in the state's history. Electric vehicle maker Rivian wants to build a Five-billion-dollar megafactory in the tiny town of Rutledge. But many locals don't share the excitement.
Do men and women have the same opportunities? Not by a long shot – and that has financial consequences. For there to be true gender equality around the world, a lot of laws will have to be changed. Here are some examples.
Most companies are still founded by men. This is often because women have a far harder time convincing investors than men – who have better networks. We present female founders from Germany and India facing different and also similar problems.
Women often have to choose between their career and having a family. And many are putting in even longer hours working at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, while also doing the child care and housework — while men are able to continue furthering their careers.
Germany wants Ukrainian refugees to be integrated into its labor market swiftly. But the experience of previous generations of migrants and their children shows climbing the economic ladder isn’t always easy for those with an immigrant background.
Companies like DigitalGlobe, PlanetLabs and Pléiades Neo sell high-resolution satellite images that were once the privilege of the intelligence community. It’s long been a fast-growing market. Now the war in Ukraine has further boosted demand.
A number of European countries have set up terminals for liquid natural gas or LNG. That makes them independent of fixed pipelines, giving them greater flexibility now in the Ukraine war and in some cases even allowing them to save money.
Why is it so difficult for Germany to boycott Russian gas? Countries like Lithuania have already declared independence from Russia and some economists believe Germany could do the same. We ask the head of Germany’s chemical industry association.
When Russia threatened to turn off the gas taps if Europe didn’t start paying for its energy in rubles, the continent held its breath. What would a stop to Russian gas mean for the chemicals industry - and all the other industries that depend on it?
Even before the war, Ukraine's currency, the hryvnia, was little traded by international banks. Now many refugees are seeking to exchange hryvnias for other currencies, but are finding it's less desired than ever.
For years, Poland's economy has relied on Ukrainian workers. Above all, male laborers have helped support the construction and transport industries. But many are now returning to Ukraine to fight, leaving Poland unsure as to what's next.
German farmers fear for their harvests. The war in Ukraine has made fertilizers harder to come by and much more expensive. Supermarket food prices are rising and there are the first signs of panic buying. Is food security under threat?
While some companies like car manufacturer VW have suspended their business dealings in Russia, others like the retail chain Metro still operate there. We look at those continuing to trade in Russia and what's motivating them.
The global Internet functions through service providers spread around the world. But speculation is currently rife that Russia is working to cut itself off from that network - and operate a national internet instead. How realistic is that?
With energy prices rising one German village has decided to harness locally made hydrogen. Produced with excess wind generated electricity, it now fuels district heating, buses and cars. The region says hydrogen is the fuel of the future.
Much of Germany's pipeline network and gas storage capability is in Russian hands. It’s majority-owned by Russia's Gazprom via subsidiaries and a complex web of companies. A fact politicians and experts are now deeply regretting.
The British capital London has been dubbed 'Londongrad' due to the many Russian oligarchs living there. Now some are having their assets seized. We talk to London based financier and activist Bill Browder who wants even tougher sanctions.
Besides soldiers hurling rockets and bombs, hacker groups backing Ukraine and Russia are also fighting each other. They are trying to disrupt or paralyze critical infrastructure. Yet as in most wars, civilians suffer the most.
The war and sanctions on Russia have impacted road, rail, air and sea links. EU-China air freight rates have quadrupled and supply chain problems are mounting. This is already driving up prices and inflation.
Russia is turning away from the West and wants to align itself more closely with China. How close are the two countries economically? How does China see the war in Ukraine, and can it manage this balancing act between Russia and the West?
Switzerland has frozen the accounts of rich Russians, companies and banks. The move is meant to hit the people at the top. But critics doubt whether sanctions really do that and whether they are even being sufficiently implemented.
Around 30% of the globe's wheat comes from Ukraine and Russia. But the war is pushing the price of wheat to unprecedented heights on futures exchanges. That is especially bad news for northern Africa and parts of Asia.
Having their own wheat farm in Ukraine was a dream come true for two German farmers. They battled for years to find success. Now the war has forced them to leave everything behind.
Russia's invasion of Ukraine has highlighted how dependent the world is on fossil fuels. Scientists have been working on nuclear fusion for decades. China is developing a thorium reactor. Is this our energy future?
Poland's hoteliers and hostel owners are opening their doors without charge to Ukrainians. Poland is better known for rejecting refugees. But the response to its Ukrainian neighbors in this time of crisis could hardly be more different.
For many companies, trade with Russia is about to, or has already stopped. This is a particular problem for companies in eastern Germany. After all, some depend heavily on trade with Russia.
When and how will the West's sanctions affect the Russian oil economy? Could it collapse? We'll get the answers in an exclusive interview with Mikhail Krutikhin, an energy analyst from Moscow.
Russia’s leading banks have been excluded from the SWIFT international payment system. Russian companies can no longer use them to pay for imports. It’s the biggest weapon in the sanctions arsenal.
Energy prices around the world are exploding. That's hitting people on low incomes especially hard. In the US city of New Orleans, one company now leases solar cells to low-income families, cutting their costs and benefiting the environment.
Many products are sold as "sustainable" even though they're not. The problem is "sustainable" has become a relative term. What does sustainable actually mean, where does the term come from and what does it definitely not include?
They have names like Bitcoin, Ethereum or Monero. Digital cryptocurrencies are not affected by inflation. There are now more than 4,000 of these digital currencies, and they can be used in many online transactions. But how do they actually work?
Bitcoin has been on a bit of a roller-coaster ride. Originally it was intended as a means of payment but, given its high volatility, is that still possible? We put it to the test.
Shopping just isn't fun any more. Suddenly everything is more expensive. And it's happening in many countries right now. But why are the prices going up?
Inflation means rising material costs; prices rise and money loses value. Causes include diminished supply, high raw materials prices, transport and manufacture, and too much currency in circulation. Hyperinflation is the worst-case scenario.
American consumers are battling the highest inflation rates in three decades. But inflation doesn't hit everybody equally. US citizens with lower education, who live in rural areas, suffer the most from rising prices.
How should you answer a telephone call? Why is it important to smile even though no one can see us?
In the United States consumers face unprecedented difficulties getting the products that they want. Global supply chains have been disrupted or cut. The pandemic has put an end to instant gratification.
Globalization has come under renewed fire as a result of the COVID pandemic. So where do we go from here? We outline two possible scenarios. One is the return to thinking locally. The other is the acceleration of globalization via telemigration.
Indonesia might be southeast Asia's most dynamic economy, but many people are in financial difficulties due to the pandemic. The online platform Bagirata is cutting red tape and bringing together donors and those in need - with few ifs or buts.
How does the internet work from space? Could every far-flung corner of the Earth actually receive internet from satellites? How fast is satellite internet? What are the disadvantages and is it good for the environment?
Robots have been deployed after earthquakes to traverse uneven terrain. They're quick, smart and some can even pick raspberries. But they will never completely replace humans because they lack true intelligence.
Technological innovations have brought humans and machines together. Exoskeleton suits worn on the body enable wearers to lift things and walk more easily. And in the future taxis could be controlled from an office.
More cities around the world are threatened by intense rainfall. Scientists in Aachen, Germany, developed a smart radar system that can predict earlier and more precisely when it will rain. It could be used anywhere.
There's fast fashion — and then there's SHEIN. The Chinese online retail giant is in a league of its own. It manufactures ultra-cheap clothing at lightning speed and generates dizzying amounts of hype on social media. But what about the environment?
Footage of new packaged items being destroyed at an Amazon logistics center has sparked public fury. Germany has banned the destruction of undamaged goods. But do people comply?
Oil has ensured prosperity, but also triggers crises and wars. How did the Petroleum Age begin? What is oil? And does it have a future as an energy source?
Tesla drivers are a close-knit community. MADE drops by a busy charging hub in Germany to find out what people talk about at the supercharger, and whether other electric carmakers are giving Tesla a run for its money.
What is the history of consumerism? Is it harmful to the environment and to us? Or can it make us happy? What about the economy? A look at the up- and downsides of our consumer lifestyle.
At the new Go2Market in Germany, customers test new products, packaging, and advertising. Companies put their wares on the shelves there to gain new marketing insights. Which new products will be big sellers?
Rice producers in India and Pakistan both want exclusive trademark rights on the name Basmati rice. It’s a trade war by proxy – the name would allow them to fetch a better price. It’s an issue European food producers are also familiar with.
The UN's Food and Agricultural Organization says 1.3bn tonnes of food are discarded every year, while over 820 million people worldwide go hungry. Now a US company has developed a liquid which can extend the shelf-life of fruit and vegetables.
Imagine sitting in a travel pod and hurtling through an extremely low-pressure tube at up to 1,200 km per hour. And not even having any carbon footprint to worry about. Could the Hyperloop be in use by 2030?
It's everywhere. Hundreds of millions of tons are produced each year and plastic is in countless products and packaging. And as we know it doesn't go away once it is discarded. The world is drowning in plastic trash.
Most urban building involves concrete – and the cement industry causes more CO2 emissions than commercial aviation. How about climate-neutral wood? Berlin hosts a growing number of buildings using natural material.
Everyone knows that we should save energy. But how is it actually done? And are the profits distributed fairly? Leading German climate expert Claudia Kemfert knows the dilemmas and explains the options.
The average German produces 500 kg of waste each year. Whole households end up in landfill. An alternative? Hamburg’s sanitation department sorts, reuses, repurposes, and resells discarded goods. But is it beneficial?
Worldwide, our desire to be online 24/7 generates billions of wasted kWh. How much does the average family consume as they live their daily lives? Why don't businesses invest enough in energy-saving technology?
Critical raw materials like lithium, rare earths and graphite are in high demand, but in most places they're not readily available. A team of geologists is working to find them in northern Europe - to allow the EU to be less dependent on China.
Smartphones couldn't exist without rare earths. They cause it to vibrate, for example, and display vivid colors. So rare earth elements are in huge demand worldwide. But mining them is difficult and bad for the environment, and reserves are finite.
People in Germany consume an average eleven kilos of chocolate each per year. But few think about the conditions under which cocoa beans are farmed. Child labor has been a problem for decades. But why? And what can be done about it?
The world is suffocating in plastic, but PET is an alternative to single-use plastic. Unisensor has developed sorting machines that can produce 100 percent pure PET flakes from recycled bottles. Could it help to beat the plastic problem?
Cities like Bangkok and Berlin could face flooding due to climate change. Bangkok faces rising sea levels and extreme weather. In Berlin, increasingly heavy rainfall is challenging drainage systems. The 'sponge city' idea could be the way forward.
Wind turbines are getting taller and taller, and their blades longer and longer. DW visits a wind farm under construction in Germany to witness the mammoth assembly.
Could nuclear power save the global climate? If so, at what cost? Its supporters say nuclear power plants generate power with zero CO2 emissions. But what about nuclear waste, the expense of building new plants and the high electricity prices?
Coal-fired power plants are widely criticized. Not only because of their high CO2 emissions; coal mining also destroys landscapes. In the heart of India's mining belt, indigenous communities are suffering the consequences of reckless opencast mining.
Claiming to be climate-neutral or carbon-neutral is very fashionable right now for companies. But what's real and what's just marketing?
There are companies making fabrics from CO2 as a contribution towards climate protection. But does it really help? What's behind the fancy technology, and what does it mean for the future of our planet?
Climate injustice: while the poorer half of the world's CO2 emissions are line with the climate change target of 1.5 degrees Celcius, an Oxfam study says the super-rich are exceeding it 30 times over.
In the battle against climate change, Iceland is building a system for filtering CO2 out of air.
Steel production is responsible for some 5% of global CO2 emissions. Modern electric arc furnaces can help reduce that. We visit a factory in western Germany to see one of the biggest of its kind in action.
Billions of kilowatt-hours go are wasted as people go about their everyday lives. Forgetting to switch off lights and keeping our devices on standby adds up. But analysts say that commercial consumption has the biggest potential when it comes to energy saving.
Alina Schrainer was only 15 when she started a snack bar business with friends — during lockdown. Her idea has really taken off! The young startup has already sold 50,000 bars. Their aim is to produce as sustainably as possible. What makes them so successful?
Borrowing tools from a shop or from neighbors — the sharing economy is well-established in Berlin. As well as helping borrowers save money, it saves resources and helps to protect the environment, too.
Cruising along the highway... and suddenly your electric car's battery is out of juice. Recharging it will... take a while. But what happens at a charging station may be more exciting than you think!
How do you eat soup? Do you really have to follow all the rules of etiquette? After all, soup tastes best out of the pot. What should you do with a cloth napkin? Krieger explains table manners.
The world's population is exploding, big cities are growing and arable land is scarce. Why not use high-rises as fields stacked on top of each other -- and LED lights instead of sunlight? A bright opportunity for traditional light manufacturers.
When people began to grow seeds 13,000 years ago, they settled down, formed cities and states. That’s when agriculture became an industry. Today, the controversial seed trade is in the hands of a few corporations.
Organic farmer Christof Briegel has around a hundred cows. But he wants to work less than his parents. That’s only possible with high-tech: computer chips, milking robots and automated gates. Still, everything’s organic.
More than $300 billion flowed into "sustainable" assets in 2020. But investing "green" is harder than it sounds. "Greenwashing," misleading marketing and a lack of global regulation make this booming market a minefield for investors.
Many customers expect companies to have an appealing social media presence: informative, light-hearted and accessible - with the right stance on social issues. Online mishaps can have devastating consequences for a firm's image and future business.
Boundless luxury, private ownership, free trade. For many people, these are the definition of capitalism. Critics see it as a predatory system. But how does capitalism work?
Whose interests are taken into account when the issue is our entire planet? Who are the stakeholders? Vandana Shiva is critical of modern capitalism and blames it for the climate crisis. Klaus Schwab considers it reformable. One system — two views.
When China opened up to foreign investment four decades ago, many predicted capitalism would bring democratic change. That failed to happen. Beijing is offering up its authoritarian model as a thriving alternative to the liberal values of the West.
Ten years ago, 74 member countries of the United Nations gave themselves an enormous task: to restore 3.5 million square kilometers of the world's rainforests by 2030. But how exactly will that be possible?
What does climate change have to do with income inequality, racism, and intergenerational justice? A lot! DW reporter Ajit Niranjan maintains the culprits of global warming in the rich countries are less affected than those in poorer countries.
Climate change threatens to drown cities like Bangkok and Berlin. Their water drainage systems are not up to the task. New approaches are desperately needed. Green roofs or 'sponge city' water management models offer solutions.
Does climate change affect people equally? Absolutely not! The fallout from climate change increases violence against women, and they're also more likely than men suffer from the consequences of the climate crisis.
Latest estimates say overall global warming will have exceeded 1.5°C by 2030/2040. Droughts and other extreme weather phenomena will grow in frequency and strength, devastating the global economy. Are climate protection and capitalism compatible?
With much of the world still in the grip of the pandemic, millions of people have taken to wearing FFP2 masks to protect themselves and others. Where are they produced, and can they be recycled? Get the answers right here.
The Pakistani city of Sialkot lies at the heart of worldwide production of footballs. Some 40 million balls are made here every year. In recent times, manufacturers have faced more scrutiny as consumers pay closer attention to the conditions under which their kits and footballs are made.
How can you contradict your boss? Kristina Becker considers strategies for letting a boss know what you think — without getting the sack.
Never a day passes without German companies complaining about a lack of skilled staff. One Göttingen firm offers its employees more than just good pay and careers — it makes them shareholders.
There are tens of thousands of women in leading roles at work in Germany. One of them is the publisher of "Strive" — a pioneering business magazine for women. Katharina Wolff is also leading a headhunting agency for top executives.
The Crescent Bahuman Group is one of Asia's largest textile manufacturers and a poster child for ethical manufacturing. Crescent prides itself on fair conditions and pay. Consumers can trace the clothes they buy back to the producer.
The UK is desperate for truck drivers as supply problems mount. Some British supermarkets have been empty for weeks. Where did all the truckers go? And how is their absence hitting the economy?
Pilots are returning to work after months at home. But the pandemic has changed things for air passengers and for the industry, which is having to reinvent itself.
After the demise of Concorde, supersonic commercial airliners were written off as too expensive, too dirty and too loud. But a comeback is now on the cards. New technology could make supersonic travel much greener, quieter and more efficient.
Josef Aschbacher has been head of the European Space Agency for over half a year. He wants ESA to give NASA a run for its money. To do that, he plans to overhaul the 46-year-old organization.
There is a lot happening in space. Almost every week, rockets are sent up carrying satellites. Billionaire Elon Musk's SpaceX owns about half of these satellites. But now European startups, including German ones, want to get on board.
Let go, lift off, and just fly. And then? Like Krieger, we need to rely on our inner compass. It will show us the way.
We need to radically reduce our greenhouse gas emissions if we are to restrict global warming. What can each one of us do to reduce our impact on the planet? We take a look at the "dos and the don'ts" of sustainable living.