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  • Article from 03.11.2020 | Last changed: 23.04.2021

    Advancing REACH

    Erklärung des Begriffs REACH: Europäische Chemikalienverordnung zur Registrierung, Bewertung, Zulassung und Beschränkung chemischer Stoffe

    … are rarely taken into account. Additionally, the work package highlights potential systemic/structural deficits of SEAs and Analyses of Alternatives (AoAs), in the … to contribute to a more sustainable chemistry. A current UBA report provides a systematic analysis on the relations between main elements of REACH (e.g. …

  • Article from 04.03.2024 | Last changed: 04.03.2024

    Pollutant emissions into surface waters

    Picture from river in Germany

    … based on the model concept MONERIS (Modelling Nutrient Emissions in River Systems). The model includes point source discharges and diffuse emission pathways. … based on the model concept MONERIS (Modelling Nutrient Emissions in River Systems). The model includes point source discharges and diffuse emission pathways. …

  • Article from 15.12.2021 | Last changed: 17.12.2021

    Accelerating global climate action by 2030

    … by 2030. The policy fields energy transition, synthetic e-fuels, sustainable food systems and forest protection are at the spotlight of the analysis. last update on … For four policy fields - energy transition, synthetic e-fuels, sustainable food systems and forest protection – the project develops concrete proposals in the next …

  • Article from 04.09.2025 | Last changed: 04.09.2025

    Organic farming

    Close-up of an organically grown apple

    … over conventional farming in terms of resource conservation, mainly due to the systemic approach pursued in organic farming and the lower production intensity. …

  • Article from 06.06.2014 | Last changed: 16.01.2024

    Toward ecofriendly farming

    Hilly terrain with fields and forests

    … harmful from a number of standpoints, it also helps to preserve agro-ecosystems. The land that we cultivate and develop constitutes one of the main features … program). Other options include participation in environmental management systems and certification programs, provided that their technical underpinnings are …

  • Article from 17.02.2014 | Last changed: 16.07.2025

    Tilling

    Brown earth - one of many strong types of soil

    … unimpeded. As a result, fine soil particles are mobilized that can clog soil pore systems, and a layer of sludge builds up that further impedes rainwater … unimpeded. As a result, fine soil particles are mobilized that can clog soil pore systems, and a layer of sludge builds up that further impedes rainwater …

  • Article from 27.08.2025 | Last changed: 27.08.2025

    Nitrogen

    A tractor spreading fertilizer on a field

    … needs-based application is crucial. Excess nitrogen can pollute water and land ecosystems and adversely affect the climate, air quality, and biodiversity. last update … human-induced overload and disruption of the natural nitrogen cycle and sensitive systems can lead to environmental and health impacts. More than 50 percent of …

  • Article from 31.01.2019 | Last changed: 29.05.2024

    Nitrous oxide and methane

    Cows standing on a green meadow. The sky is blue, only some clouds are visible.

    … feeding, modifying cattle slaughtering periods, and installing emission suction systems in cattle barns and for the cleaning thereof. Associated content Links … feeding, modifying cattle slaughtering periods, and installing emission suction systems in cattle barns and for the cleaning thereof. … Nitrous oxide and methane …

  • Article from 14.02.2013 | Last changed: 28.04.2023

    Ammonia, dust and odour emissions

    Pigs on a meadow

    … they can react with other atmospheric components and subsequently accumulate in ecosystems. Ammonia itself and ammonium (which originates from ammonia) cause considerable terrestrial and water ecosystem pollution secondary to acidification and eutrophication (nutrient input). …

  • Article from 28.08.2025 | Last changed: 29.08.2025

    Compost and sewage sludge

    A yellow wheel loader implements composting in a composting plant.

    … fertility of the soil, the health of humans, animals, and plants, or endanger ecosystems. The Fertilizer Ordinance therefore sets minimum requirements for labeling, … Directive Environmental Impacts of Discharge Water from Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems on Ships Literature research for the review of ecotoxicological Critical …

  • Article from 28.08.2025 | Last changed: 29.08.2025

    Fertilizer

    Großaufnahme eines Traktors, der auf einem Feld Gülle ausfährt

    … Plants absorb nutrients and trace elements from the soil through their root system. The humus content of the soil plays a central role in this process. Humus is … Plants absorb nutrients and trace elements from the soil through their root system. The humus content of the soil plays a central role in this process. Humus is …

  • Article from 29.01.2019 | Last changed: 28.04.2023

    Ecological impact of farming

    Tractor with tow tube

    … enclosed spaces found in factories and instead carry out their activities in open systems. Mechanized tilling and harvesting, as well as fertilizers and pesticides, … enclosed spaces found in factories and instead carry out their activities in open systems. Mechanized tilling and harvesting, as well as fertilizers and pesticides, …