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Will the special fund for infrastructure and climate neutrality put Germany back on track for growth?
With an amendment to the Basic Law in March 2025, the German government paved the way for the special fund for infrastructure and climate neutrality (SVIK). The corresponding law was passed in October—the new government's first major…
Despite a decline in sales and a small harvest, viticulture remains robust and strong in exports
The German Farm Accountancy Data Network (TBN) of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity (BMLEH) is the central basis for the economic analysis of agriculture in Germany. It provides annual key figures on income,…
Many Shining Children's Eyes under the Christmas Tree? Family Structures Today
A decorated Christmas tree – lots of presents underneath, children's eyes full of excitement. This is what a classic Christmas Eve might look like for a family in Germany. After dinner and the exchange of gifts, there’s plenty of time to…
Identification of weather clusters to support climate adaptation processes in rural areas
With climate change accelerating, there is a growing need to improve knowledge about current and future changes in local climate conditions and their impacts. It is important to assess climate risks, understand the most relevant risk…
Transformation of heat supply – model-based analysis with PANTA RHEI
This study analyses the macroeconomic and sectoral effects of the heating transition (“Wärmewende”) using a scenario analysis within the macroeconomic model PANTA RHEI. An updated energy module is linked to an expanded investment and…
How can renewable energy support climate adaptation in Nepal?
The economy and population of Nepal are highly vulnerable to the consequences of climate change resulting in crop losses, damaged infrastructure and disruption of transport and energy supply. Policymakers should be aware of the…
Capacity building workshop on macroeconomic modelling of climate change adaptation at the Economic Research Institute in Kazakhstan
From November 10–14, 2025, a 5 days practical training on “Macroeconomic Assessment of Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Measures Using the e3.kz Model" was conducted at the ERI office by GWS consultants Anett Grossmann, Louisa…
Developments on the electricity market: negative prices and ways to achieve greater stability
The year 2025 is drawing to a close. This is a good time to take a look at developments in the electricity market. Since the beginning of the year, around 13.9 GW of solar and 3.8 GW of wind power capacity have been newly…
The new RIMES model – input-output tables and a scenario framework at the German district level
A successful energy transition requires systemic changes and long-term investment in energy, heating and mobility systems. It must be implemented successfully at a regional level. To demonstrate the regional impact, detailed modelling of…
5-days hands on training on the e3.mn model and simulation of climate finance adaptation and mitigation in Mongolia
During the week of October 6–10, 2025, an interactive training session organized by GIZ and conducted by GWS was held on topics related to the Mongolian E3 (economy-energy-emissions) model e3.mn, attended by partners from the Bank of…