Environment
Is Berlin en route to an e-future?
With China boasting the first city to have a public transport system running entirely on electricity, Berlin might be leading the e-mobility charge in Germany but worldwide it's lagging behind. We investigate the big e-buzz. Read more
OUT NOW! Our SEPTEMBER issue!
Berlin is scooting towards the e-revolution – or is it? EXB investigates how the "Verkehrswende" is coming along. Also in this issue: e-scooters tested, the local skating scene revisited and September's book, film and art fests previewed! Out now! Read more
The EXB news briefing: August 15, 2019
In the German papers this week: Berlin among most surveilled cities, trash-collecting tours, Ora 35 closes, opening hours for Görli, new Panda Kinder and more... Read more
Five ways to green it up: Your sassy, sustainable summer
From staws to diapers, and toothbrush to sex toys - we've got you covered, all eco-friendly and plastic-free. Read more
The forest that grew out of Berliners’ shit
Hobrechtsfelder Rieselfelder is a magical landscape that developed on Berlin’s sewage sludge. Maurice Frank takes us on his favourite nature escape. Read more
Eco diapers
Every year 40,000 babies are born in Berlin, each pissing their way through roughly 2500 diapers in their first year alone. As this is not a very green approach Windelei offers an Eco-friendly alternative with their cotton diapers. Read more
OUT NOW! Our JULY/AUGUST double issue!
This summer, EXB is taking you off the beaten track with insiders' hangout tips, hot Berlin debut novels, a trip to a Kurdish village full of Berliners, Max Czollek's original take on how Germany is really treating Jews and much more! Out now! Read more
Find your Island
Berlin boasts over 30 islands of all sizes: from the lively to the lonely, here are five offshore destinations that are sure to transport you into uncharted territory. Read more
OUT NOW! Our JUNE issue!
No shit! EXB is another year older and dedicating its anniversary issue to the lucky, yucky and fertile topic of poop. From real shit workers to the many faeces of German history, from anal douching to doggy-doo delinquency and much more! Out now! Read more
Truants on a mission: Berlin’s Fridays For Future
Every Friday, more and more youngsters skip school to join the global strike for climate change. As tens of thousands of under-age Berliners take to the streets, we meet the students behind the local movement. Read more
The EXB news briefing: April 4, 2019
In the German papers this week: Vexing and perplexing news stories from Berlin and beyond... Read more
Bad breath: The problem with Berliner Luft
Berlin's air stinks: Contrary to popular belief, it's one of the most polluted among EU capitals. As the city government is unveiling a new plan of action, we look into what’s been done to tackle the actual problem: cars! Read more
OUT NOW! Our APRIL issue!
As Berlin kids are joining the global strikes for climate justice, what's the rest of Berlin doing to save the planet? From idealistic club owners to ingenious startups and sustainable architecture, read about the city's green pioneers. Out now! Read more
The EXB news briefing: March 28, 2019
In the German papers this week: Vexing and perplexing news stories from Berlin and beyond... Read more
The EXB news briefing: March 21, 2019
In the German papers this week: Vexing and perplexing news stories from Berlin and beyond... Read more
The EXB news briefing: February 28, 2019
In the German papers this week: Vexing and perplexing news stories from Berlin and beyond... Read more
The EXB news briefing: May 17, 2018
In the German papers this week: Vexing and perplexing news stories from Berlin and beyond... Read more
Seymour Gris: The hypocritical heart of the Berlinale
What's behind the cute Knut the polar bear throwback in a hot tub you see here? A message about global warming, according to Berlinale festival director Dieter Kosslick. Then why are Audi the fest's main sponsor? Read more
Cup on the run
Recup, founded in Rosenheim in December 2016, arrived in Berlin with an environmentally friendly way to get our coffee to-go, swallowing up predecessor Just Swap It. Read more
The resource of political will: Al Gore
INTERVIEW! Back on the big screen on Sep 7, former US vice president and climate superstar Al Gore talks to us about his enduring commitment to the planet and why he’s not afraid of Donald Trump. Read more
