Cost model for the disposal of single-use plastics
2022
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Disposal of single-use plastics will be the responsibility of manufacturers in the EU in the future. With the German Environment Agency in Dessau, a team by Wuppertal-Institute, INFA and Prognos is developing a cost model.
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.
Impact of e-commerce on CO2 emissions and air pollution
2022
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Project
We examined retail transport chains for the EU Commission. For the environment, long-distance transport to the EU and the “last mile” play a crucial role.
Ecological transformation and the labour market in Schleswig-Holstein
ongoing
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How many experts will be required for Schleswig-Holstein to implement climate protection measures? What are the key professions for successful implementation?
Estimation of costs resulting from climate change in Germany
2022
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Project
Heatwave, drought, floods – for the BMWK and BMUV we have systematically combined the quantifiable costs of extreme weather events in Germany since 2000 and supplemented them with detailed studies.
The BMDV (Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport) wants to promote an innovation and technology centre for hydrogen. Prognos and their partner evaluate the concepts of four German regions and conduct feasibility studies.
The Swiss-European economic success story in danger
2022
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Project
In the absence a framework agreement, the temporary agreements between the EU and Switzerland will gradually expire. Our study for the Bavarian Industry Association (vbw) determines the possible economic consequences.
How can climate adaptation measures be implemented more effectively in regional processes? Prognos is conducting research as part of the EU-funded "Evolving Regions" project with six part-ners.
Prognos is one of the oldest economic research centres in Europe. Founded at the University of Basel, Prognos experts have been conducting research for a wide range of clients from the public and private sectors since 1959 – politically independent, scientifically sound.