Heat protection in schools: Teachers urgently demand investment!

Heat protection in schools: Teachers urgently demand investment!

On August 15, 2025, the teachers' association called for urgent action regarding heat protection measures in German schools. Association President Düll spoke in the Rheinische Post and called for more money to be made available for the renovation of school buildings. Few schools are currently adequately equipped to cope with rising temperatures, which could significantly impact students' learning experiences.

The lack of adequate insulation as well as the lack of ventilation, air purification and air conditioning systems are serious problems that prevail in many educational institutions. Düll emphasized that schoolyards are often inadequately equipped, as drinking fountains can only be found sporadically and there is often a lack of shaded areas, which are important for break times. These circumstances need to be addressed urgently through urgent investments.

Investments in school infrastructure

The association president specifically demanded that money from the special fund for infrastructure should also flow into school renovations. This requirement aims to not only improve the immediate learning environment for students, but also to optimize long-term health and working conditions for teachers. The need to invest in the future of schools is undisputed.

According to the reports, many schools are not optimally prepared for the climatic challenges, which have noticeably increased in recent years. These developments pose a serious threat to student health and require immediate action.

In addition, those responsible should also consider the question of how school buildings can be made attractive for students and teachers not only during heat waves, but also all year round. The time for dialogue about possible solutions is now.

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