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Extreme weather events, such as heatwaves, droughts, heavy precipitation, storms, and floods, are increasing in frequency and severity due to climate change. Periods of drought cause significant challenges to agriculture, forestry, and water management. To what extent have Czechia and Germany been affected by drought in the past years? What is the estimated cost of droughts in both countries? What developments can we expect in the coming years? What measures can be employed to prevent (adapt to) drought? Which technical progress may render monitoring more precise and projections more accurate? These questions will be discussed by leading experts on drought monitoring from Germany and Czechia:
Dr. Andreas Marx is the head of Climate Office for Central Germany and German Drought Monitor at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research in Leipzig (UFZ). He studies the regional impacts of climate change and works with decision-makers from politics, government agencies, and the private sector to develop local adaptation strategies.
Prof. Miroslav Trnka is the head of Czech Drought Monitor – Intersucho. In his research, he focuses on the study of past droughts and projections for the 21st century, taking into account the impacts of climate change. Prof. Trnka is a senior researcher at the Global Change Research Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences, and a full professor at the Mendel University in Brno.
The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Magdalena Davis, Head of Environmental Department, People in Need.
The event is part of the Czech-German Climate Dialogue initiated by the German Embassy Prague.
The capacity is limited. Please, register here by May 10, 2026.
