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Fig. 2 Analysis of the SDG in relation to the topic water (blue-framed) (UN)
The analysis of the complex interrelations of the topic water has been used in a
research project. Within this project, a didactic concept was developed to strengthen
sustainability competency based on the concept of complex problem-solving.
4 The Research Project: Case Study “Smart in the Harz
Mountains”
The didactic concept should be adjusted to the regional specifications. This means
the complex and linked aspects of sustainable water use should be embedded in
the regional environment. The Harz region in Saxony-Anhalt advertises with “Pure
Nature—Beautiful intoxicating wilderness: Rugged granite cliffs, mountain pines,
misty moors and deep valleys with babbling brooks” are some of the characteristics
of this region.”
2 Here, water plays an important role. An emotional connection is
activated through the beauty and variety of the nature as well as through the flora
and fauna in and around the water.
As a possible result of climate change, more frequent extreme precipitation caused
floods and damages in recent years. Through rising temperatures, a spread of various
species can be recognized, for example the bark beetle as well as the appearance
and spreading of invasive species. Negative effects on forestry and tourism are the
results. Consequentially, the water retention of damaged woods is lower, which in
turn has effects on flood control. Although the results of climate change are present
and visible in the region, personal habits are rarely associated with an improvement
of resource efficiency (or even the issue of water usage).
2 http://en.harzinfo.de/pure-nature.html.
U. Starker et al.
Fig. 2 Analysis of the SDG in relation to the topic water (blue-framed) (UN)
The analysis of the complex interrelations of the topic water has been used in a
research project. Within this project, a didactic concept was developed to strengthen
sustainability competency based on the concept of complex problem-solving.
4 The Research Project: Case Study “Smart in the Harz
Mountains”
The didactic concept should be adjusted to the regional specifications. This means
the complex and linked aspects of sustainable water use should be embedded in
the regional environment. The Harz region in Saxony-Anhalt advertises with “Pure
Nature—Beautiful intoxicating wilderness: Rugged granite cliffs, mountain pines,
misty moors and deep valleys with babbling brooks” are some of the characteristics
of this region.”
2 Here, water plays an important role. An emotional connection is
activated through the beauty and variety of the nature as well as through the flora
and fauna in and around the water.
As a possible result of climate change, more frequent extreme precipitation caused
floods and damages in recent years. Through rising temperatures, a spread of various
species can be recognized, for example the bark beetle as well as the appearance
and spreading of invasive species. Negative effects on forestry and tourism are the
results. Consequentially, the water retention of damaged woods is lower, which in
turn has effects on flood control. Although the results of climate change are present
and visible in the region, personal habits are rarely associated with an improvement
of resource efficiency (or even the issue of water usage).
2 http://en.harzinfo.de/pure-nature.html.