Berlin and Lausitz Face Major Water Supply Challenges

Efforts are underway to address water shortages exacerbated by coal mining and climate change in the region.

The cessation of lignite coal mining has severely disrupted the water balance in the Lausitz region, impacting Berlin's future water supply.
Climate change is intensifying water management challenges, necessitating significant investment and strategic planning.
An inter-state task force has been established to develop sustainable water management solutions for Berlin, Brandenburg, and Saxony.
Current feasibility studies, supported by regional governments and the federal government, aim to create a self-regulating water system.
Concerns exist about the potential impact of diverting water from the Elbe to the Spree, with implications for areas like the Hamburg port.