Energy and water – Mit ganzer Energie https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/ Magazin für Kaiserslautern und die Pfalz Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:32:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://blog.swk-kl.de/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/cropped-swk-favicon-32x32.png Energy and water – Mit ganzer Energie https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/ 32 32 The water traffic light is green again! But we still need to use water wisely. https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/the-water-traffic-light-is-still-green-at-the-start-of-the-year/ https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/the-water-traffic-light-is-still-green-at-the-start-of-the-year/#respond Wed, 08 Jul 2026 05:18:06 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/the-water-traffic-light-is-still-green-at-the-start-of-the-year/ Bachlauf im Pfälzer Wald, klares Wassr fließt in einem niedrigen BAchlauf bei schönem Wetter durch den Sommerwald.

SWK’s water traffic light provides early information on the status of the drinking water supply. It will be switched back to green on July 8, 2026! Water withdrawal, which had temporarily reached annual peak levels of over 30,000 m³ per day, has now dropped back to around 25,000 m³ per day. ]]> Bachlauf im Pfälzer Wald, klares Wassr fließt in einem niedrigen BAchlauf bei schönem Wetter durch den Sommerwald.

]]> https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/the-water-traffic-light-is-still-green-at-the-start-of-the-year/feed/ 0 Your SWKcard—have fun and save big! https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/your-swkcard-have-fun-and-save-big/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:20:52 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/your-swkcard-have-fun-and-save-big/ Portrait eines kleinen Mädchens, das ein frögliches überraschtes Gesicht macht . Außerdem Ssieht man die SWKcard und einige Piktogramme, welche SWKcard-Partner repräsentieren.

As an SWK customer, take advantage of the free SWKcard to enjoy a wide range of attractive offers and attractions. The free Family Day at monte mare and free games for the whole family at Planet Bowling are just two of the many vacation highlights among a wide variety of leisure activities. Make the most of your SWKcard. It’s worth it! ]]> Portrait eines kleinen Mädchens, das ein frögliches überraschtes Gesicht macht . Außerdem Ssieht man die SWKcard und einige Piktogramme, welche SWKcard-Partner repräsentieren.

]]> Conserving Water Resources https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/conserving-water-resources/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:59:27 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/conserving-water-resources/ Abgebildet ist eine nach oben geöffnete Hand, die in einen Wasserstrahl gehalten wird.

June 2026 is exceptionally hot and dry. Several consecutive days with temperatures reaching 35–40 degrees have resulted in the longest and most intense heat wave ever recorded in June. Please be sure to use water sparingly—we’ve got some valuable tips for you. ]]> Abgebildet ist eine nach oben geöffnete Hand, die in einen Wasserstrahl gehalten wird.

]]> Beware of misleading letters regarding the replacement of electricity meters! https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/beware-of-misleading-letters-regarding-the-replacement-of-electricity-meters/ Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:11:57 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/beware-of-misleading-letters-regarding-the-replacement-of-electricity-meters/ Zwei Personen schauen und deuten auf einen Zählerkasten.

Private meter operators are currently sending out letters recommending the replacement of electricity meters. Please do not let these official-looking letters pressure you into making a decision!]]> Zwei Personen schauen und deuten auf einen Zählerkasten.

Private meter operators are currently sending out letters recommending the replacement of electricity meters. Please do not let these official-looking letters pressure you into making a decision!

]]> Federal funding program: Up to €2,000 subsidy per new e-charging parking space https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/federal-funding-program-up-to-e2000-subsidy-per-new-e-charging-parking-space/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:23:53 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/federal-funding-program-up-to-e2000-subsidy-per-new-e-charging-parking-space/ Wallbox zum E-Laden hängt in einer privaten Garage eines Mehrfamilienhauses

The Federal Ministry of Transport (BMV) has been promoting the expansion of charging infrastructure in multi-party buildings since April 15, 2026. It is supporting the purchase and installation of non-public systems. The aim is to accelerate electromobility. Charging facilities should be available where people live. SWK Stadtwerke Kaiserslautern is supporting the implementation as the Palatinate's local energy partner. ]]> Wallbox zum E-Laden hängt in einer privaten Garage eines Mehrfamilienhauses

]]> Municipal heat planning – 15th Lautr Energy Forum https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/15th-lautr-energy-forum-on-municipal-heat-planning/ Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:19:44 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/15th-lautr-energy-forum-on-municipal-heat-planning/ Gruppenfoto auf der Bühne der Kammgarn im Zuge des Energieforums mit Holger Wienpahl (Moderator), Dr. Arvid Blume (Vorstand SWK),

On March 19, 2026, the SWK Energy Forum took place for the fifteenth time at Kammgarn Kaiserslautern. The event for citizens focused on municipal heating planning. Can we make Kaiserslautern climate-neutral by 2040? What can SWK and the city do to make the energy transition a success? ]]> Gruppenfoto auf der Bühne der Kammgarn im Zuge des Energieforums mit Holger Wienpahl (Moderator), Dr. Arvid Blume (Vorstand SWK),

]]> The Iran conflict and the energy supply in the Palatinate https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/the-iran-conflict-and-the-energy-supply-in-the-palatinate/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:11:52 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/the-iran-conflict-and-the-energy-supply-in-the-palatinate/ Christian Welter (SWK Bereichsleiter Vertrieb) und Dankel Strauß (SWK Abteilungsleiter Vertrieb, Handel und Energiebeschaffung)

Energy supplies from the Arab world are influencing the global energy market. The Iran war and its effects in the Middle East also affect us. We are currently noticing this particularly in the rise in petrol prices. How is the Iran crisis affecting energy prices and security of supply in the Kaiserslautern region? ]]> Christian Welter (SWK Bereichsleiter Vertrieb) und Dankel Strauß (SWK Abteilungsleiter Vertrieb, Handel und Energiebeschaffung)

]]> Seismic measurements for geothermal energy in the region completed https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/seismic-measurements-for-geothermal-energy-in-the-region-completedtest/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:08:04 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/seismic-measurements-for-geothermal-energy-in-the-region-completedtest/ Vibro-Trucks mit ausgefahrener Vibrationsplattform stehen auf einem Feldweg am Waldrand, Aufdruck auf den Trucks: DMT

The vibro-trucks have been on the road in Kaiserslautern and the surrounding area since November 13, 2025. After almost four weeks, we were able to complete the measurements on December 9, 2025. The small orange-grey plastic cubes (geophones) that were distributed everywhere have already been collected again. ]]> Vibro-Trucks mit ausgefahrener Vibrationsplattform stehen auf einem Feldweg am Waldrand, Aufdruck auf den Trucks: DMT

]]> Seismic measurements for geothermal energy in the region completed https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/seismic-measurements-for-geothermal-energy-in-the-region-completed/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:27:51 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/seismic-measurements-for-geothermal-energy-in-the-region-completed/ Vibro-Trucks mit ausgefahrener Vibrationsplattform stehen auf einem Feldweg am Waldrand, Aufdruck auf den Trucks: DMT

The vibro-trucks have been on the road in Kaiserslautern and the surrounding area since November 13, 2025. After almost four weeks, we were able to complete the measurements on December 9, 2025. The small orange-grey plastic cubes (geophones), which were distributed everywhere, have already been collected again. ]]> Vibro-Trucks mit ausgefahrener Vibrationsplattform stehen auf einem Feldweg am Waldrand, Aufdruck auf den Trucks: DMT

]]> Donations instead of gifts: In the spirit of community. https://blog.swk-kl.de/en/donations-instead-of-gifts-how-an-idea-became-a-strong-symbol-of-community/ Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:44:42 +0000 https://blog.swk-kl.de/donations-instead-of-gifts-how-an-idea-became-a-strong-symbol-of-community/ Grafik, bestehend aus vier Christbaumkugeln mit den Augschriften "Tierheim Kaiserslautern", "Glockestubb der Caritas", "Frauenhaus Kaiserslautern" und "Kinderhospiz".

Christmas is the time when we pause, come together and reflect on what really matters. It's not the big parcels or shiny bows that make the festive season special - it's the feeling of doing something good together. ]]> Grafik, bestehend aus vier Christbaumkugeln mit den Augschriften "Tierheim Kaiserslautern", "Glockestubb der Caritas", "Frauenhaus Kaiserslautern" und "Kinderhospiz".

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