Studies & Projects

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Windrad im Aufbau

DG REGIO – Evaluation of the European Green Deal

ongoing
 | Project

How effective has the EU cohesion policy been in driving green change in Europe? This and other questions are being investigated jointly with COWI, Milieu, and CSIL, on behalf of the European Commission (DG REGIO).

Fassaden von sanierten und sanierungsbedürftigen Haeusern

Policy Paper MEPS: Minimum efficiency standards for existing buildings

2023
 | Project

Energy-efficient building renovation is an important part of achieving climate protection goals in the buildings sector. A brief summary of the role of MEPS within this context.

Ein Windrad steht auf einem flachen Feld

11th Energy Transition Monitoring

2023
 | Project

Our data shows: As the expansion of renewable energies has been particularly paralysed, a lot still needs to happen in the coming years if Germany is to achieve its energy and climate goals.

Solaranlage für Fernwärme

Regulation of third-party access to heating networks

2022
 | Project

The EU Commission wants to make third-party access to district heating networks mandatory. We assessed the consequences for Germany and the possible contribution to decarbonisation on behalf of the BMWK.

Rentner nutzen ein Tablet

Evaluation of EU funding programme for the development of digital solutions for older people

2022
 | Project

Digital solutions can make life easier for older people. The EU's Active and Assisted Living Programme (AAL2) has actively contributed to the development of novel solutions.

Junger Mann mit VR-Brille

Innovation strategy for the Hamburg Metropolitan Region

2022
 | Project

Innovation is more and more frequently emerging across regions and industries. Together with IMP³ROVE, we developed a strategy for the Hamburg Metropolitan Region (MRH) including out-standing innovation projects.

Mann an einer Tanksäule

Evaluation and further development of the national Emissions Trading System (nETS)

2022
 | Project

On behalf of the Federal Environment Agency, we are developing suitable approaches for the impact assessment of the nETS together with the FÖS and the DIW.

Zwei Personen mit Schutzhelmen schauen auf Frachtcontainer und tauschen sich aus.

Resilient supply chains in the EU

2022
 | Project

What are possible solutions when supply chains are disrupted due to external shocks? A survey conducted for the European Commission as part of the European Cluster Collaboration Platform provides answers.

Konstruktion aus Fiberglas-Netzwerk

Innovation Index Germany

2022
 | Project

How does the expansion of the digital infrastructure affect regional innovation strength? The IID.2022 provides clarification.

Fingerzeig, um Stromzähler abzulesen

Electricity price forecast

2022
 | Project

How will the price of electricity develop over the next few years? A scenario calculation of wholesale electricity prices for the vbw.

LKW in München

Munich’s Logistics Concept

ongoing
 | Project

How can logistics transport in Munich be structured more considerately and sustainably? Together with KE Consult and SSP Consult we develop a logistics concept.

Frau mit Kauf in Baumwolle wiederverwendbare Netztasche und Glastasse auf Schaufenster Hintergrund von Null Abfall geschäft

Zero Waste Concept Munich

2022
 | Project

We supported the Wuppertal Institute in the development of the Zero Waste Concept Munich for Munich’s waste management services (AWM).

Zahlreiche Offshore-Windräder vor bewölktem Himmel

Green finance's contribution to achieving climate neutrality in Germany

2022
 | Project

What is the public share of climate protection investment? An investigation for the KfW.

Zwei Lagerarbeiter mit einem digitalen Tablet auf Treppen stehend

The importance of the German economy for the EU

2022
 | Project

Through intensive trade relations with EU states, the German economy is an important driver of economic development in the EU.

Zwei Wissenschaftler im Labor am PC

Evaluation of the EU Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe programmes

ongoing
 | Project

Through the Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe programmes, the EU Commission promotes research and innovation in Europe. Prognos evaluates parts of the funding programs.

Ein Mann repariert Schuh

Circular economy potential for rural development

2022
 | Project

Equal living conditions in the city and in the country are a federal government goal. We are looking into how the circular economy can contribute to this for the Federal Ministry for Housing, Urban Development and Construction (BMWSB).

Ingenieure besprechen sich

Cluster as motor for regional development in Andalusia

2022
 | Project

Clusters can support the implementation of the regional economic strategy. This is shown by an input paper from the European Cluster Collaboration Platform, taking Andalusia as an example.

Kreisverkehr in einer Großstadt

Accompanying the Circular Cities and Regions Initiative

ongoing
 | Project

The CCRI focuses on the implementation of a circular economy in European cities and regions. Prognos is supporting the initiative as a project partner in the associated Coordination and Support Office.

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