Christoph S July 29, 2021 7:56pm Why are German chemical plants located near big cities? | Business| Economy and finance news from a German perspective | DW | 29.07.2021 #Germarny #Leverkusen https://www.dw.com/en/why-are-german-chemical-plants-located-near-big-cities/a-58685101 Why are German chemical plants located near big cities? | DW | 29.07.2021 A fatal explosion at a chemical complex near Cologne has raised concerns about the park's proximity to one of Germany's biggest cities. Chemical plants located near major cities are a common sight in the country.