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Agriculture is a driver of climate change. The use and production of mineral fertiliser is a particular source of harmful emissions. These are produced from nitric acid, among other sources. GIZ is working in 11 countries to address this problem.

Kenya and Senegal show how states can achieve their climate targets while improving the lives of millions of people.

Strong partnerships took centre stage at GIZ’s annual reception at the Haus der Deutschen Wirtschaft.

70 per cent of the world’s refrigerators now use sustainable natural cooling technology. It all began with technology from the former East Germany.

In the Amazon region, the protection of biodiversity goes hand in hand with economic utilisation. This benefits the forest and climate, local people and companies.

Brazil’s solar industry is a billion-dollar market from which German companies can also benefit. And it all began with a GIZ pilot project.

In conversation with Ralf Sanftenberg: how international cooperation contributes to fighting hunger worldwide

We work for stable living conditions in the Sahel region to give millions of people a better future.

GIZ supports secure access to land for displaced persons in Uganda. This reduces conflict, strengthens security of supply and creates opportunities.