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German Committee for Disaster Reduction e.V. (ger.: Deutsches Komitee Katastrophenvorsorge e.V.)
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Forest europe Newsletter October 2025
Forests play a central role in times of global uncertainty – as sources of energy, habitats, and protective factors for people and the climate. How Europe’s forest sector can prepare for geopolitical crises will be the focus of the upcoming online dialogue...
UBA Study Reveals a Gap Between Sustainable Travel Intentions and Behavior
A new study by the German Environment Agency (UBA) and the Research Association for Holidays and Travel (FUR) shows that while the desire for sustainable travel among Germans is growing, actual travel behavior is lagging behind. According to the latest Demand Monitor...
DLR launches survey on demand for New Space data
The German Space Agency at DLR is inviting scientific institutions in Germany to participate in a survey on the demand for commercial “New Space” satellite data. The aim is to facilitate access to innovative satellite data for research, development, and teaching...
FlashFloodBreaker Project released animated film
The FlashFloodBreaker project is pleased to announce the release of a new animated film produced by Just Julie. The film vividly presents the partnership and objectives of the project, illustrating how innovative measures can help protect against flash floods. The...
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What is disaster risk reduction?
Storms, natural hazards and extreme events can quickly become a danger to people and the environment. But climate change, extreme urbanisation, power outages and fires also offer potential hazards.
A disaster occurs when the functioning of a community or society is impaired or interrupted and, as a result, high human, material, economic and ecological losses occur that cannot be managed alone.
Precautionary measures can help to reduce the consequences and impact of the disaster. Depending on the hazard and personal circumstances, the precautionary measures to be taken may vary.
Find out more about potential hazards and individual precautionary measures on our topic pages.