Bundesbank details initiatives in climate, digital euro, and statistics

The Bundesbank is actively addressing the significant challenges posed by climate change for the financial sector, supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Concurrently, the institution provides comprehensive information on the ongoing project for a Digital Euro, reflecting its engagement with future payment systems and monetary innovation.

Furthermore, the Bundesbank has introduced a new procedure for the automated download of statistical data sets, offering a web service with an interface for programmatic access.

This initiative enhances accessibility to the Bundesbank’s up-to-date statistical data, available as time series in various downloadable formats such as CSV and SDMX-ML files.

These efforts underscore the Bundesbank's commitment to transparency and data provision for financial professionals and researchers.

Beyond these core areas, the Bundesbank offers essential operational services, including comprehensive information on the bank sort code file and an update service, with direct download options.

For broader communication, the institution maintains a dedicated press area, serving as a central hub for press releases, speeches, and interviews with Executive Board members.

Additionally, the Bundesbank fosters academic discourse through a section for studies and conference papers.

This includes publications from Bundesbank staff and visiting researchers, contributing to economic and financial understanding.

These diverse offerings highlight the institution's multifaceted role.