Climate dialogue in Unna: heat action planning and colorful ideas at the Klimarkt!
The city of Unna invites you to the climate dialogue on June 26th. Visit the “Klimarkt” on June 28th and discover sustainable ideas.

Climate dialogue in Unna: heat action planning and colorful ideas at the Klimarkt!
On Thursday, June 26th, an exciting event will take place in the council chamber of Unna Town Hall: The city invites you to a climate dialogue that will last from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The focus of the dialogue is on heat action planning for the city of Unna. Interested citizens have the opportunity to discuss in an interactive format with an expert from the State Office for the Environment and Climate. Registration is not required, so everyone can take advantage of the opportunity to actively find out about important climate protection measures. Loud Panoramic view of Unna This dialogue will be an important step in sensitizing people in Unna to the topic of heat action planning.
Just two days later, on Saturday, June 28th, the first “Klimarkt” will take place at the district hall in Unna from 10 a.m. This event is the highlight of Climate Protection Week in the Unna district and offers a platform for initiatives, associations and companies to present their climate-friendly projects and products. Visitors can not only obtain information, but also receive practical tips and take part in interactive offers. There are special hands-on activities, especially for younger guests, so that they can experience climate protection in a playful way. Fittingly, the “Klimarkt” coincides with the Unna district administration’s open day, which is being celebrated to mark the 50th anniversary of the Unna district.
Climate protection in everyday life
But that is not the only thing happening in the region regarding climate protection. An event entitled “Climate Protection After Work” will take place in Heiligenhaus on June 27th. This is all about “photovoltaics meets green roofs”. Well-known speakers such as David Peter and Jürgen Quindeau will introduce visitors to the advantages of balcony power plants and green roofs. Anyone interested simply needs to register by June 26th to be there live. This initiative shows how important it is to actively promote climate protection in everyday life, as can be found on the city of Heiligenhaus' website: Heiligenhaus.de.
In a comprehensive context, a survey by Difu on the topic of “climate protection, renewable energies and climate adaptation in municipalities” shows that there has been an increasing need for action in recent years. This 2020 survey highlights not only the challenges, but also the progress in municipal climate protection. It is clear that many municipalities are looking for creative solutions to meet increasing demands while at the same time taking financial conditions into account. The report can be on the site Difu be read.
The city of Unna and its neighboring communities such as Heiligenhaus prove with their activities that climate protection is not just an abstract concept, but can be anchored in everyday life. It is up to all of us to seize these opportunities to create a sustainable future for future generations.