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Climate Adaptation for SMEs

Which Measures Are Worthwhile? A Pre-Check for Clear Investment Decisions

Climate change is changing conditions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Rising energy costs, higher indoor temperatures, and possible flooding push SMEs to act.
However, the path to climate adaptation raises questions:

  • Will investments in climate adaptation pay off for our company soon?
  • How do we find information on suitable climate adaptation measures?
  • Are there funding programs for our plans, and how can we use them?
  • What changes come with these measures, and do they fit our current structures?
  • Will future regulations and sustainability goals affect our company? If so, how do our measures support them?

 

Climate Adaptation - Tailored for Small Businesses

Drees & Sommer offers comprehensive, practical solutions for SMEs. We support you from the first idea to the full implementation of climate adaptation measures. Our services cover everything from building upgrades to site redesigns.
Our experts blend cost-effectiveness with sustainability. Together, we create solutions that fit your needs, qualify for funding, and stand the test of time.
 

Climate Adaptation Pre-Check

  1. Feasibility: We analyze your options and assess how you can position yourself securely for the future. We identify potentials and risks to create a solid foundation for your decisions.
  2. Overview of relevant funding: We present all suitable programs clearly and show how to use funding optimally.
  3. Funding management: We support you from application to payout and beyond.
  4. Recognizing and assessing climate risks quickly: We analyze your region’s specific climate risks and assess their potential impacts on your company or site within hours.
  5. Individual strategies and climate adaptation concepts: We work with you to develop clear goals and measures that fit your needs. Our concepts follow current funding guidelines like the German Adaptation Strategy and Klimopass (BW).
  6. Locally tailored measures and support: Using a database of over 500 concrete measures, including cost forecasts and funding recommendations, we create solutions for your region and industry. We support you from planning through construction supervision and coordination.
  7. Clear guidance for early investment decisions: We help you make informed decisions, cut operating and maintenance costs, and comply with key standards such as ESG and KRITIS.
     

Your Benefits

Companies that focus on climate adaptation gain several advantages:

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    They reduce costs by using energy-efficient measures

     

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    They protect employees and assets, such as buildings, facilities, and goods

     

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    They access attractive funding programs to support investments

     

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    They enhance their employer brand and overall image

     

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    At the same time, they help protect the climate

     

Why SMEs Can Rely on Drees & Sommer

  1. Decades of experience with projects for the middle market.
  2. Consulting and implementation from a single source.
  3. Holistic solutions that are sustainable and economical.

How It Could Continue for You:

After the pre-check, we jointly implement the identified measures, including:

 

  • Water cycle concepts for efficient use of drinking, process, and cooling water.
  • Strategies for rainwater management and unsealing.
  • Biodiversity concepts and certification support.
  • Facade and roof greening for ecological and aesthetic benefits.
  • Fulfillment of KRITIS and resilience requirements for sustainable security in a changing environment.
Are you facing a similiar challenge?

Let´s talk!

We´re happy to help.

 

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