Winnerslist Landmarks in the land of ideas
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"Recycling Old Concrete" research project
Researchers develop methods of separating old concrete into its constituent parts
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Kalbe artists’ city
In an artists’ city, empty buildings are converted into studios and exhibition spaces for creative people
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BuergerCloud – democracy from the cloud
An electronic citizens' initiative enables residents to join in at any time thanks to modern technologies and a new ID
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CITYFÖRSTER – networked urban development
A network of experts develops sustainable urban concepts from social, cultural, and aesthetic standpoints.
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Thermal battery that stores heat
A university develops a battery that makes mini combined heat and power units for private households more efficient
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Domberg – museums around Bamberg Cathedral
Museums and cultural institutions join forces and arouse visitors' enthusiasm for art and history
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Efficient design for photovoltaics
Photovoltaic units become aesthetic design elements of tomorrow's cityscape
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Promoting tolerance: Haus der Religionen
A meeting point offers people of different faiths the opportunity to exchange thoughts and ideas
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Grandhotel Cosmopolis
Ein ehemaliges Pflegeheim wird Unterkunft für Flüchtlinge und Anziehungspunkt für Bürger und Touristen
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Vodyanoy – the Water Spirit: Sorbian Culture on the Rise
The Sorb Ensemble plays in unusual places, attracting people to its regular program
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Jena welcome service
A municipal service arouses skilled workers’ enthusiasm for Jena and offers job prospects there
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Remote-controlled quadrocopter with sensors
Remote-controlled mini helicopters support rescue forces in disaster operations
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"Talking Places" virtual sightseeing walk
A new technology turns a city sightseeing walk into a virtual feast for the eyes
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Mobia - staying mobile in old age
Mobility pilots make it easier for senior citizens and the disabled to ride buses, trams, and trains
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Geoplex solar roof cadastre
An interactive map helps homeowners decide whether to switch to solar energy or not
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International StreetArt Festival Wilhelmshaven
The city welcomes people from around the world to its street art festival
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Old cotton: new city centre for Flöha
An old factory is reused, finally giving a scattered town a centre
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Andernach – the edible city
Fruit and vegetables planted in public parks and green areas invite citizens to harvest them
