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Jena has established a central hub for the energy transition. The Energy and Heat Competence Center (EWK) serves as a pilot project to connect citizens, tradespeople, and planners until the end of 2027.
Social cohesion is a fundamental prerequisite for successfully addressing global challenges such as climate change and biodiversity loss. This is the conclusion of a new partial report by the German Advisory Council on Global Change (WBGU) titled ‘Social Cohesion Strengthens Security’.
Jena, September 17, 2026 – Under the title “L³ Future Dialogue: Climate, Change, Science,” the Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena is addressing current climate change challenges today at the CineStar, seeking a direct dialogue with the urban community.
Jena is once again participating in the European Mobility Week with a diverse program. Under this year’s motto ‘Mix and Move! – climate-friendly mobility’, the city administration and numerous local partners are inviting residents to explore sustainable modes of transport.
Under the motto ‘Mix and Move! – climate-friendly mobility’, the city of Jena is participating in the European Mobility Week again this year. From September 16 to 22, 2026, the administration, associations, initiatives, and companies are hosting numerous events to showcase sustainable alternatives in urban transport.
Jena, 03.09.2026 – In its meeting on Tuesday, the Jena City Council approved the climate-friendly dismantling of the “Im Wehrigt-Süd” garage complex in the Lobeda district. The project is part of the city’s climate adaptation strategy and is scheduled for implementation next year.
The countdown is on: Property owners have exactly one month left to submit their new construction or renovation projects for this year’s Facade Award in Jena.
Jena, September 01, 2026 – What does the future of energy supply look like and which technologies are already a reality in Jena? The new multi-part exhibition “ENERGIE – WAS UNS BEWEGT” (ENERGY – WHAT MOVES US), which opened today, Tuesday, at the EnergieLabor, provides answers.
Jena, August 27, 2026 – In preparation for the European Mobility Week, the Klimaschutzagentur Jena is hosting an action day in the city center today, focusing on sustainable mobility and alternative drive technologies.
Jena, August 25, 2026 – A new, multi-part exhibition titled ‘ENERGY – WHAT MOVES US’ opened in Jena on Tuesday. The exhibition focuses on the future of local energy supply and the technologies already being implemented in the city today.