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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

    … proposals for the REACH review 2017/2018 have been identified and compiled. Several studies commissioned by the EU Commission, reports by ECHA, studies by NGOs as well as documents published by industry actors and member states … of the REACH Regulation. The assessment framework and the reports reviewed in this study are summarized. The current state of knowledge and any gaps in the benefit and …

  • Article from 26.10.2020 | Last changed: 09.11.2020

    National Integrated Assessment Modelling (NIAM)

    … cooperation between the scientific community and policy makers. Sources and effects of air pollution Source: Umweltbundesamt Associated content Publications The …

  • Article from 03.11.2020 | Last changed: 04.11.2020

    What does the Corona crisis mean for environmental policy?

    the Coronavirus

    … activities in this area. In a synopsis, UBA has also evaluated 130 scientific studies and statements that deal with the design and effectiveness of green economic stimulus programs in the current economic crisis. …

  • Article from 15.12.2021 | Last changed: 17.12.2021

    Accelerating global climate action by 2030

    … Action Tracker 2019). Bi- and multilateral agreements and cooperation are an effective means to promote and accelerate this process. Not only do they facilitate international knowledge transfer about existing and effective mechanisms, but they also drive the development of new strategies and …

  • Article from 18.02.2014 | Last changed: 16.07.2025

    The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)

    Waving flags of Switzerland, Greece, Spain, Luxembourg, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Belgium and the European Union

    … such payments, they must meet what are known as cross-compliance requirements (in effect since 2005), whereby funding is contingent upon compliance with 18 European … Agricultural Policy Common Agricultural Policy reform must ensure mandatory and effective greening of Pillar 1 The legislative proposals for the reform of the CAP …

  • Article from 14.06.2021 | Last changed: 24.06.2021

    A model legislation for sustainable soil management in Africa

    … is of eminent importance; Acquisition of foreigners in land and soil need to be effectively controlled; Local chiefs should be informed about the importance of … is of eminent importance; Acquisition of foreigners in land and soil need to be effectively controlled; Local chiefs should be informed about the importance of …

  • Article from 04.09.2025 | Last changed: 04.09.2025

    Organic farming

    Close-up of an organically grown apple

    … Furthermore, the avoidance of chemical synthetic pesticides has a positive effect on the protection of water bodies and biodiversity. Organic fertilization and … protein crops (legumes) promote humus formation and soil fertility, with positive effects on soil parameters such as aggregate stability and infiltration capacity. …

  • Article from 06.06.2014 | Last changed: 16.01.2024

    Toward ecofriendly farming

    Hilly terrain with fields and forests

    … certain parts of Germany. Ecofriendly farming should aim to forestall deleterious effects on soil, air, water and biodiversity, preserve cultivated and developed … certain parts of Germany. Ecofriendly farming should aim to forestall deleterious effects on soil, air, water and biodiversity, preserve cultivated and developed …

  • Article from 17.02.2014 | Last changed: 16.07.2025

    Tilling

    Brown earth - one of many strong types of soil

    … for crop growth. But unfortunately, plows and the plowing process can have untoward effects such as soil erosion and compaction. last update on 17.02.2014 Introduction …

  • Article from 27.08.2025 | Last changed: 27.08.2025

    Nitrogen

    A tractor spreading fertilizer on a field

    … the air into sensitive ecosystems, where it has an eutrophicating and acidifying effect. The resulting greenhouse gases also have a negative impact on the climate. … is the growth-limiting factor in the oceans and therefore crucial for nutrient effects, phosphorus (also largely originating from agriculture) can be blamed for …

  • Article from 08.09.2025 | Last changed: 08.09.2025

    Pharmaceuticals

    Laying-hens in a hen house

    … pharmaceuticals need to be used sparingly and with due care, for their positive effects also entail human and environmental risks and collateral effects. last … can end up on agricultural land through the application of farm manure or grazing. Studies show that residues of the drugs can be detected not only in the soil, but …