Posts by Jan Strahl

The 50th gaff regatta "Around the Rhinplate" off Glückstadt brings together historic sailing ships and sailing enthusiasts. A maritime highlight that brings tradition and regional history to life.

The era of thoughtless consumption is coming to an end. More and more consumers are scrutinising the production conditions of the goods they buy and are looking for sustainable alternatives. This change of heart has not gone unnoticed by the fashion industry. Luxury brands and fast fashion giants are discovering sustainability as an integral part of their business models.
 

In Kamikatsu, a picturesque town on Shikoku, Japan, people are striving to produce no more unnecessary waste and have established a unique recycling system. The city has almost completely eliminated waste and integrated sustainability as an integral part of its lifestyle.

Food waste is a global problem with devastating effects on the environment and the economy. According to estimates by the Food and Agriculture Organization, 1.3 billion tonnes of edible food are simply thrown away worldwide every year, which has a negative impact on climate change and resources. Tackling this challenge and creating a sustainable economy in the food sector is the aim of the Berlin start-up SPRK.global.

Urban gardening projects such as the "Bosco Verticale" in Milan are representative of creative sustainability endeavours in Europe. From "edible bus stops" in London to the utilisation of body heat in Stockholm Central Station - in our article, we visit such European environmental activities with an "ooh" effect. 

The transport transition towards sustainable mobility is one of the major issues of our time. However, it is not always just about cars and private transport. Interesting projects are also underway in Schleswig-Holstein to electrify means of transport, on water, on land and in the air.