Breaking News: Evaporation Beds Opened in Berlin Tegel to Combat Urban Heat
July 10, 2025
Green Tech Solutions in Urban Spaces: A Look at the Latest Experiment
Imagine living in an urban environment that thrives despite record-breaking heat. In a groundbreaking move, Berlin has opened an experimental plant for evaporation beds at the “Urban Tech Republic” in Tegel, a former airport site. This initiative is paving the way toward a sustainable future for cities worldwide.
Tegel Projekt GmbH, Berliner Wasserbetriebe, and Universities Come Together
A collaboration between Tegel Projekt GmbH, Berliner Wasserbetriebe, the Technical University of Berlin (TU Berlin), and the Berlin University of Applied Sciences (HTW Berlin) set the stage for this innovative project. The goal? To test and refine the use of evaporation beds in urban settings to cool down the environment and manage water more efficiently.
Why Evaporation Beds Matter
Evaporation beds are specially designed islands planted with a variety of species. These beds are irrigated with rainwater to create a cooling effect through the evaporation process. This principle, known as the “sponge city” concept, encourages the local storage and use of rainwater instead of directing it through sewage systems.
Technology with a Purpose: città climatiche d
Historically, cities have struggled with managing greenhouse gas emissions and urban heat. With this new technology, Berlin hopes to create “climate silver cities” – urban areas that are resilient to climate change. Evaporation beds could be the key to balancing urban development with ecological sustainability.
Expert Insights on the Future of Urban Development
“AI blended deftly with human insight, it is clear that Berlin is move’s afoot and we’re excited to see the results,” remarks Gudrun Sack, Managing Director of Tegel Projekt GmbH. Prof. Dr.-Ing. Frank Schneider and Prof. Dr. Benny Selle from HTW Berlin also shared their insights: “This project offers unparalleled opportunities for examining the technology’s effectiveness and developing a well-founded roadmap for its optimization and implementation.” Dr. Darla Nickel of Berliner Wasserbetriebe adds, “We are committed to supporting innovative concepts and intelligent infrastructure to restore the natural water cycle in Berlin.”
The Road Ahead
The evaporation beds system, 450 m² in size, is currently under scientific scrutiny. TU Berlin and HTW Berlin are personally monitoring the beds’ vitality and hydrological processes. This pilot study paves the way for future applications in the Schumacher district and beyond, setting a precedent for sustainable urban development in Berlin and other global cities.
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