Stories from Potsdam

21.04.2021 – 09:00

Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG
Deutsche Leibrenten AG Raises Additional Financing / Attractive Market Outlook For Property-Based Pension Plans

Frankfurt (ots) - Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG has raised an additional 25 million euros via a convertible bond. This indicates the level of trust placed in Germany’s market leader for property-based pension plans by the institutional investors involved. Operating in a market which demonstrates further ...

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21.04.2021 – 07:17

Heiko Saxo Management

Queen Elizabeth II - Golden Hearts Never Die / Concept creator and royalist Heiko Saxo congratulates with a special film / "Happy Birthday Queen Elizabeth"

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07.04.2021 – 10:49

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Press release: The Opportunities and Risks of Digitalisation for Sustainable Development

Press release The Opportunities and Risks of Digitalisation for Sustainable Development Digitalisation can support transitions towards a more sustainable society if technologies and processes are designed in line with suitable criteria. This requires a systemic focus on the risks and benefits of digital technologies across the three dimensions of sustainable ...

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23.03.2021 – 09:05

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Pandemic Exacerbates Challenges for International Energy Transition

Press Release Pandemic Exacerbates Challenges for International Energy Transition The Covid-19 Crisis is deepening the divide between energy transition frontrunners and laggards. In a new publication , researchers from the Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies (IASS) in Potsdam present an overview of the global impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the energy ...

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18.02.2021 – 13:28

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
IASS Policy Brief: Deep Seabed Mining Must Benefit All Humankind

Press release IASS Policy Brief: Deep Seabed Mining Must Benefit All Humankind As investors set their sights on the mineral resources of the deep seabed, the International Seabed Authority (ISA) is developing regulations that will govern their future exploration and ...
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16.02.2021 – 16:57

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Insights from Complexity Science: More Trust in Self-Organization Needed

Press release Insights from Complexity Science: More Trust in Self-Organization Needed Globalization, digitalization, sustainabilization – three major waves of transformation are unfolding around the world. The social upheaval caused by these transformation processes has given ...
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11.02.2021 – 08:41

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)

Recommendations for Regional Action to Combat Marine Plastic Pollution

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18.01.2021 – 08:32

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Carbon Pricing's Disappointing Effect on the Pace of Technological Change

Press Release Carbon Pricing's Disappointing Effect on the Pace of Technological Change In order to achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement, the world must reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Carbon pricing is viewed by many governments and experts as the most important climate policy instrument. However, a new study shows that carbon pricing has been less ...

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12.01.2021 – 09:00

Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG
Pension fund finances continued growth of Deutsche Leibrenten AG / Convertible bonds increased from 50 to 75 million euro

Frankfurt (ots) - Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG is funding its strong growth with the support of noted German institutional investors. The amount of convertible bonds issued in November 2019, a total of 50 million euro, has been increased by a further 25 million euro. This activity provides the market leader in ...

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15.12.2020 – 14:16

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Supporting Renewable Electricity: EU Member States Should Coordinate Reform Efforts

Press Release Supporting Renewable Electricity: EU Member States Should Coordinate Reform Efforts The European Union recently adopted more ambitious climate goals for 2030 – their implementation is now the focus of debate. What do the Member States need to consider? A new study shows how important it is that governments coordinate policy reforms to support renewable ...

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01.12.2020 – 06:46

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Hydrogen-Powered Heavy Duty Vehicles Could Contribute Significantly To Achieving Climate Goals

Press release Hydrogen-Powered Heavy Duty Vehicles Could Contribute Significantly To Achieving Climate Goals A partial transition of German road transport to hydrogen energy is among the possibilities being discussed to help meet national climate targets. A team of researchers from the Institute for Advanced ...

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29.10.2020 – 11:44

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
The IASS at the Berlin Science Week

Press release The IASS at the Berlin Science Week Berlin Science Week and Falling Walls invite you to the 2020 World Science Summit, which will be held remotely from 1 – 10 November. Scientists from the IASS will be participating in three events: Unveiling the Connections of a Complex World: How Can we Make our Societies More ...
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20.10.2020 – 08:43

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Cross-Party Agreement on Decarbonisation Targets but No Master Plan for Future Electricity System

Press Release Cross-Party Agreement on Decarbonisation Targets but No Master Plan for Future Electricity System Which political parties have the most ambitious climate and energy policies? The answer, according to a new study, is surprising. In Germany, France, Spain and Italy, parties across the political ...

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23.09.2020 – 13:49

XR Bootcamp
XR BOOTCAMP LAUNCHING ADVANCED XR DEVELOPMENT MASTER CLASS - QUEST 2 INCLUDED -

Seattle/Berlin (ots) - XR Bootcamp is pleased to announce the October 12th launch of the online Hand Tracking and Interaction Design Master Class. In this 8-week online Master Class, participants become proficient in hand tracking, and advanced interaction design. Participants will also receive a free Quest 2, the newly announced Oculus virtual reality device, to ...

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11.09.2020 – 11:09

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Interview: "Investing in the Future is a Better Bet than Reshoring"

Interview for your use - Expert offer for the Press “Investing in the Future is a Better Bet than Reshoring” The economic recession induced by Covid-19 is threatening the global supply chains on which low-carbon technologies depend. Prof. Andreas Goldthau talks about the resulting risk to the climate and appropriate policy responses. IASS: Covid-19 is threatening ...

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09.09.2020 – 09:20

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Climate Engineering: Modelling Projections Oversimplify Risks

Press Release Climate Engineering: Modelling Projections Oversimplify Risks Climate change is gaining prominence as a political and public priority. But many ambitious climate action plans foresee the use of climate engineering technologies whose risks are insufficiently understood. In a new publication, IASS researchers describe how evolving modelling practices are trending towards “best-case” projections. They warn ...

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02.09.2020 – 11:30

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Study: Creating a global standard for sustainability reporting

PRESS RELEASE Study Creating a global standard for sustainability reporting For customers, investors and consumers alike, it can make a difference whether a company operates sustainably and adheres to ethical and ecological standards. Standardized and verifiable reports are needed so that companies can provide credible and ...
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12.08.2020 – 09:14

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Green Electricity for Europe: Small Scale Solutions Also Affordable

Press Release under embargo until 14 August 2020, 11:00 ET/ 17:00 CEST Green Electricity for Europe:Small Scale Solutions Also Affordable The European Union aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 and is relying largely on renewable electricity to reach this goal.The implementation of this energy ...
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07.08.2020 – 09:34

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Renewables in Europe: Land Requirements Can Be Reduced at Low Cost

Press Release Renewables in Europe: Land Requirements Can Be Reduced at Low Cost Transitioning our energy supply from coal, oil and gas to wind and solar power is feasible. However, renewables require more land than conventional forms of energy generation.A new study explores the options to reduce the land requirements of a fully renewable energy supply in Europe and ...

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24.06.2020 – 09:55

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)

IASS Policy Brief: Integrating Health and Climate Agendas

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17.06.2020 – 10:02

Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG
Real estate annuity plans compared / Deutsche Leibrenten AG's concept also proves a winner with the Stiftung Warentest consumer organisation

Frankfurt am Main (ots) - Increasing numbers of senior citizens are seeking to top up their pension using the equity in their own home. In a new article, the Finanztest consumer magazine describes the main models of this type of pension planning and highlights the product offered by Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz ...

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18.05.2020 – 09:37

Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG
Deutsche Leibrenten AG extends market leadership / 100 additional properties already signed up for pension schemes in 2020

Frankfurt am Main (ots) - Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG continues to grow: The start of May saw the property pension scheme market leader in Germany pass the mark of 500 signed contracts in total. It is sticking with its ambitious target of up to 400 new customers for this year alone, despite the measures ...

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06.04.2020 – 12:37

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Corona and Sustainability

Press Release Corona and Sustainability Potsdam, 6 April 2020 Dear readers, The covid-19 pandemic continues to dominate the news these days. A number of contributions on the IASS website address the pandemic and its consequences from the perspective of sustainability. This series will be added to as the crisis develops. We would be happy to put you in contact with the respective ...
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13.02.2020 – 09:02

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Workshop: Sustainable Development - Innovative Ways to Deliver Accelerated Action in Europe

Press Invitation Sustainable Development Innovative Ways to Deliver Accelerated Action in Europe Join us for a one-day workshop on 5 March in Berlin hosted by the Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies (IASS) and the Welsh Government. The workshop will be an opportunity to ...
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28.01.2020 – 09:00

Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG
Deutsche Leibrenten Achieves Strong Growth In 2019 / German market leader for property pension schemes expands its presence nationwide

Frankfurt am Main (ots) - During 2019, Deutsche Leibrenten Grundbesitz AG achieved record amounts of new business transactions and procured volumes with 210 units and 75 million euro, respectively. The strong execution corresponds to growth of over 100% in the size of the company as compared to December 2018, ...

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11.12.2019 – 08:40

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)

Recommendations for Responding to the Fridays for Future Movement

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09.12.2019 – 01:00

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Tackling Air Pollution: Researchers Present Emissions Inventory for Nepal

Press Release Tackling Air Pollution: Researchers Present Emissions Inventory for Nepal Data on emission amounts and sources have an important role to play in shaping policy on climate protection and air quality. Now, a team of researchers of the Institute for Advanced ...
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01.10.2019 – 11:21

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
The Deployment of Carbon Capture and Utilisation Technologies Takes a Key Step Forward

Press Release The Deployment of Carbon Capture and Utilisation Technologies Takes a Key Step Forward International Effort Establishes Global Standards to Meet Tech's Growth and Opportunity Across Sectors BRUSSELS, BELGIUM - On October 1st, 2019, representatives from EIT Climate-KIC, the Global CO2 Initiative, the Phoenix Initiative, and other interested stakeholders ...

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19.09.2019 – 09:10

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)

Second press Invitation: Marine Regions Forum 30.09. - 02.10.2019
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18.09.2019 – 10:22

Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies e.V. (IASS)
Climate Protection and Clean Air: An Integrated Approach

Press Release Climate Protection and Clean Air: An Integrated Approach Potsdam, 18.09.2019. From 23 - 25 September 2019, heads of government from around the world will convene at the United Nations' General Assembly to discuss efforts to advance climate action and global sustainable development. The summit aims to boost national ambitions to achieve the objectives of the Paris Agreement and will review the implementation ...

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