Germany is not a big enough country to devote all of its land to creating renewable energy – but there is another place with vast expanses of empty space and limitless sunshine.

Whitewater rafting and kayaking are very popular but also very dangerous sports in the Alps. Here we see some remarkable footage of a few daring individuals making their way through the thundering rapids.

In this segment, we finally glimpse the peak of the Großvenediger. Back down in the valley, families make hay without the usual farm machinery.

In this segment, we visit quaint settlements, a chapel carved into a rock, and a waterfall that seems to disappear into the earth, all at the foot of some of the tallest mountains in Europe.

In this video, physicist and author Harald Lesch talks about how Germany could phase out coal and nuclear power completely and still meet all of its energy needs.

In this segment, we explore the beautiful landscape around the Staller Saddle mountain pass, visiting alpine roses, a pack of magnificent stags, and a traditional tavern where local farmers carry out their negotiations.

Up in the mountains, a vulture and an eagle fight for their territory while conservationists watch closely. The series ends with a view of the Venediger Group, a famous high mountain range.

In this segment, we see how the churned butter is put into a traditional wooden mold, take a look at some more farm animals, and catch a glimpse of the "Daberklamm," an alpine gorge.

This episode comes with spectacular views on Austrian lakes and introduces the daffodil festival in Grundlsee.

The segment features more footage of the alpine black grouse, as well as a festival held by the local religious community in the valley of Kals.

As spring struggles to break through, blooming flowers may be preserved in ice. Meanwhile, the male grouse tries to attract potential mates.

People living in the Alps are also anxiously awaiting spring. The Imster Schemenlauf is a traditional parade to drive out the winter.

Is your sleep position causing back pain? Watch this video to learn about the best position that compensates for the problems that sitting all day can cause.

Florian and Natali join divers Joop and Felicia Stahlenburg in making underwater willow tipis for the endangered cuttlefish to spawn in.

This Yabla video shows a machine from the Karlsruhe company SAC which inspects textiles for defects. If you are a fan of Technik, this video is for you!