In many countries regional disparities are fairly large and persistent. Often classification systems are needed to provide succinct information on these disparities. This paper presents a model-based classification system which is designed to assess labour market conditions which influence the...

"This paper gives an overview of the empirical findings concerning the employment effects of environmental technology and environment-orientated services in Germany. After this, methodical approaches and continuing project plans are explained. The reasons for the study are theoretical...

"The so-called Environmental Sector produces technologies, products and services that prevent or reduce environmental damages. On the background of growing environmental problems such as climate protection this sector seems to be more and more important. Contrary to that, a theoretical model...