According to a study by the “Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research” the Deutsche Bahn (DB) Group is amongst the German companies that are most severely affected by climate change (Deutsche Bahn, 2018). Since climate change is caused by pollution at a local level, interlinked with the social ecosystem, both environmental as well as societal factors will be analyzed.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- INTRODUCTION-
- EXTREME WEATHER.
- RENEWABLE & ELECTRIC ENERGY.
- SOCIETAL FACTORS-
- CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
- REFERENCES
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to analyze the challenges and opportunities for Deutsche Bahn (DB), Germany's national railway company, in the context of climate change and societal trends. The focus is on the impact of extreme weather events, the transition to renewable energy, and the evolving needs of customers.
- Climate change and its impact on DB operations
- The transition to renewable energy sources
- Societal shifts and their implications for DB
- Challenges and opportunities related to electromobility
- Strategies for enhancing DB's resilience and competitiveness
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction presents the context of climate change's impact on DB, emphasizing its significance as one of Germany's most affected companies. It highlights the interplay between environmental and societal factors driving climate change.
The second chapter discusses the implications of extreme weather events on DB's operations, focusing on challenges such as delays, cancellations, and damage to infrastructure. It analyzes the company's response to these events and its efforts to mitigate risks.
The third chapter examines DB's commitment to renewable energy, exploring its progress in utilizing renewable sources and its plans for further integration. It discusses challenges associated with the transition to renewable energy, such as the reliance on nuclear power and the need for investment in electric infrastructure.
The fourth chapter focuses on societal factors influencing DB's operations, including changing customer preferences, the rise of the sharing economy, and demographic trends. It highlights DB's efforts to adapt to these changes through initiatives such as carsharing and bike-sharing services.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Climate change, Deutsche Bahn, extreme weather events, renewable energy, electric mobility, societal trends, sharing economy, customer needs, resilience, competitiveness.
- Quote paper
- Anonym (Author), 2018, Deutsche Bahn and Climate Change, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/463831
