Extreme weather events such as prolonged droughts, heatwaves, heavy rainfall, or severe storms require preparedness and adaptation. Students learn to measure the movement of air in the atmosphere, the currents in the oceans, and the changes in ice. Using fundamental physical laws and models, they can explain how these systems interact and how the climate might change in the future.

Human use of land has a strong impact on nature: it alters habitats and affects animals, plants, and the climate. It is therefore important to understand how and why land is used and what consequences this entails. Students learn to analyze these changes and their effects on the environment and the climate.

How is water used in dry regions such as deserts and semi-arid areas? Students learn about the specific characteristics of these regions, how much water plants require, and how irrigation can be planned sustainably. The goal is to develop solutions for the efficient and environmentally responsible use of water in extremely dry landscapes.

Natural ecosystems are dynamic systems shaped by complex interactions between abiotic and biotic factors. Students learn how ecosystems function, how humans influence them, and how to develop strategies to protect biodiversity and the natural environment—through theoretical, practical, and interactive approaches.