Heat Wave in Gütersloh: Assessing the Impact of Global Warming

On September 1st, 2025, a climate-focused bike tour will take place in Gütersloh, a city that has been actively addressing the challenges posed by climate change. The tour, which is free of charge and approximately two hours long, will serve as an informative event for property owners, showcasing ongoing city projects and potential private measures for heat protection.

The tour will be led by Julian Lambracht, head of the Gütersloh consumer advice center, Leif Pollex, climate officer of the city of Gütersloh, and other experts. The meeting point for the tour is on the town hall square.

During the bike tour, participants will visit various stations where experts will explain climate-adapted garden designs, the importance of planting climate-resilient trees, and concrete tips for implementing climate-friendly measures. The tour will also present examples of private measures that property owners can take to adapt to climate change, such as building-technical climate protection solutions.

Niemöller & Abel's outdoor area will provide a tangible demonstration of numerous climate-friendly constructional solutions. As mentioned by Julian Lambracht, this is an opportunity to witness the immense advantages of a climate-friendly design for private properties, including a high proportion of green space and the retention of rainwater on a green roof, which contributes to a climate-adapted environment.

Many people lack awareness of how heat can affect their quality of life and health, according to Leif Pollex. The tour aims to address this issue, providing information and ideas for property owners on how to make their properties more resilient to the effects of climate change.

Wearing a bicycle helmet is recommended during the bike tour. Interested parties can register for the event via email at [email protected]. For further information, please contact the city of Gütersloh at umweltschutz@unsere Website or by phone at 05241 / 82-2330.

This summer, Gütersloh has experienced heat thunderstorms, tropical nights, and other strong effects of climate change. The city has been dealing with the topic of heat protection for a long time due to these impacts. Private actors in Gütersloh have already created role models with their constructional-technical solutions, as mentioned by Leif Pollex.

Join us on September 1st for an enlightening bike tour that promises to provide practical advice and inspiring examples of climate-friendly living in Gütersloh.