Deutsches Klimaportal (German Climate Portal) is the national platform for climate services in Germany, providing centralized access to climate information, data, and services from leading German institutions. The portal serves as a comprehensive hub connecting climate service providers with users across various sectors, facilitating the exchange of climate knowledge and supporting climate adaptation planning throughout Germany.
The platform brings together climate services from institutions such as the German Meteorological Service (DWD), Federal agencies, research institutes, and regional organizations, offering sector-specific climate information to support evidence-based decision-making in areas ranging from construction and water management to agriculture and urban planning.
Key Features
- Sector-specific climate services tailored to construction, water management, agriculture, and other key industries
- Institutional partnerships connecting users with leading German climate service providers
- Comprehensive fact sheets providing localized climate information for German districts and regions
- Climate adaptation resources supporting implementation of the German Adaptation Strategy (DAS)
- Multi-institutional collaboration coordinating climate services across federal and regional levels
- Current climate news and updates on climate research and adaptation initiatives
Applications
- Construction industry planning for climate-resilient infrastructure and building design
- Water management supporting flood protection, drought preparedness, and water resource planning
- Urban planning incorporating climate considerations into city development and heat adaptation
- Disaster risk reduction supporting emergency preparedness and population protection strategies
- Regional planning integrating climate projections into land use and development decisions
- Policy development informing climate adaptation strategies at federal, state, and local levels
Sector Coverage
- Construction and building climate considerations for resilient infrastructure development
- Water resources and flood protection supporting water management and flood risk assessment
- Agriculture and forestry providing climate information for sustainable land management
- Biodiversity and nature conservation supporting ecosystem-based adaptation strategies
- Population and disaster protection enabling climate-informed emergency preparedness
- Transportation addressing climate impacts on transport infrastructure and operations
Partner Institutions
- German Meteorological Service (DWD) providing weather and climate data services
- Federal Institute for Research on Building, Urban Affairs and Spatial Development (BBSR) supporting climate-adapted construction
- Federal Waterways Engineering and Research Institute (BAW) contributing to water-related climate services
- DAS Base Service "Climate and Water" offering standardized climate and water information
- Regional climate service centers providing localized climate expertise and services
Climate Services
- Climate projections and scenarios for different regions and time periods
- Extreme weather information supporting risk assessment and adaptation planning
- Sector-specific indicators tailored to particular industries and applications
- Regional fact sheets providing detailed climate information for German administrative districts
- Adaptation guidance supporting implementation of climate resilience measures
- Best practice examples showcasing successful climate adaptation initiatives
Technical Capabilities
- Web-based platform providing easy access to distributed climate services
- Search and discovery tools helping users find relevant climate information and services
- RSS feeds for staying updated on current climate research and news
- Multi-language support ensuring accessibility for diverse user communities
- Mobile-responsive design enabling access across different devices and platforms
The Deutsches Klimaportal represents a critical infrastructure for climate adaptation in Germany, facilitating access to high-quality climate information and supporting the implementation of the German Adaptation Strategy across all levels of government and society.
