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Tools of „KomPass - Climate Impacts and Adaptation in Germany“

Climate Navigator:
The Climate Navigator (“Klimalotse”) offers step-by-step guidance on the development of adaptation strategies for cities and municipalities. Depending on requirements, an adaptation strategy can be developed with the help of the Climate Navigator, an integrated climate protection and adaptation strategy can be created or individual measures for adapting to the impacts of climate change can be planned and supported in their implementation. With tips, background information, templates, examples and references to further sources, the climate pilot offers comprehensive and practical assistance. The Climate Navigator is available in German.

Tatenbank:
The “Tatenbank” (deeds bank) introduces exemplary adaptation measures of different stakeholders. It provides all interested parties with a forum for an independent registration of adaptation projects and to receive suggestions for effective action. The data base focuses on local and regional measures that have already been carried out or are currently being implemented in Germany.
The Tatenbank is in German language.

Projects and studies:
"Projects and Studies" provide an overview of the project and research landscape on the subject of climate impacts and adaptation. The project catalog documents scientific projects from Germany and selected international projects that generate basic knowledge on the subject of ⁠Adaptation to climate change⁠. It is available in German and English. The catalog of climate studies gives the user a systematic overview of the current state of knowledge on the expected climate impacts in Germany. Some studies are available in English.
>>> The ‘Project and studies’ database will be discontinued at the end of 2024. <<<

German Climate Preparedness Portal

Your guide to climate services of the government and federal states: The KliVO Portal collects data and information concerning climate change as well as services for a target-oriented adaptation to the effects of climate change. Regardless of whether guidelines, web tools, maps or upskilling qualification and advice – all of the climate services aim to support you with your self provision in face of the inevitable effects of climate change.

The climate services presented on KLiVO have in many cases arisen as a result of research projects and have a sound scientific basis. All services are regularly monitored to ensure that they are in line with the latest findings and are regularly updated. You can make use of all these services without restriction and free of charge.

The Competence Centre for Climate Impacts and Adaptation (⁠KomPass⁠) at the Federal Environment Agency (UBA) is the central point of contact for all services on the theme of climate adaptation. The KlimAdapt user-provider network, coordinated by KomPass, supports the further development of KLiVO and user-oriented services, identifies gaps between provided and needed services and aims at increasing the usage of climate adaptation services.

Tools of the European climate adaptation platform Climate-ADAPT

The European climate adaptation platform Climate-ADAPT of the European Commission and the European Environment Agency (EEA), also provides member states with various tools to support adaptation planning.

Urban Adaptation Support Tool
The Urban Adaptation Support Tool supports city and municipal administrations in developing, implementing and monitoring climate adaptation strategies and action plans. It also provides access to a variety of other resources and tools. The Urban Adaptation Support Tool is available in English.

Urban Adaptation Map Viewer
The Urban Adaptation Map Viewer provides an overview of current and future climate impacts and climate risks facing European cities. The tool further provides information on the causes of cities' vulnerability and their exposure to these hazards. Finally, it provides information on the adaptation activities of individual European cities and municipalities.