… stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma was identified in a systematic literature search. In 2014, approximately 14 percent of all asthma cases … this is set to change.  read more (in German) Blue Angel label for air conditioning systems Air conditioning systems aren't just responsible for high greenhouse gas …

… and for packaging for which manufacturers are obliged to participate in dual systems and which is typically disposed of by private consumers, the Act specifies … “Microplastics in the environment” research topic of the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. read more (in German) Long distance journeys by bus rather …

… everyday life.  read more (in German) More climate protection with a new heating system Heating consumes the most energy in households and is therefore responsible for by far the most CO2. If a heating system is changed, the levels of energy consumption can be reduced significantly – by using a more energy-efficient boiler or switching to a heating system which uses renewable sources of energy, for example. This isn’t just more …

… cleaning agents are released into the environment via wastewater and pollute ecosystems. Tips for environmentally friendly spring cleaning from UBA expert Marcus …

… to non-mammals and vice versa. The studies are based on the thyroid hormone system. read more (in German) Passive sampling safely detects chemicals in rivers A … underwater noise pollution and climate change are the stresses on the marine ecosystems of the Baltic Sea on which Germany wants to focus during its tenure. …

… countries. read more (in German) The Hazardous Substances Rapid Information System (GSA) provides information on Vitamin E acetate For many people, the new year … of nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. This could ensure that components and systems for reducing emissions, such as SCR catalytic converters, will continue to …

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… with regard to an efficient risk management. An active substance-based review system (monographs) that systematically and comprehensively collects and reviews data on fate and effects of … the European Commission’s intention to establish an environmental monograph system for active pharmaceutical substances in human and veterinary medicinal …

… be available here. Supermarkets play a key role when it comes to making our food system more sustainable and environmentally friendly. A new study commissioned by … In future, progress in achieving the targets will be measured in the DAS monitoring system at the UBA. read more (in German) Distributing the electricity grid costs of … and consumers, as well as teaching materials for continuing medical/pharmaceutical education. read more (in German) Poster: Correct disposal of old medicines To …

… sunny weather resulted in record levels of electricity generation from photovoltaic systems. Electricity generation from wind turbines also rose again compared to the …

… read more (in German) Practical tests on new train air conditioning systems with cold air The air conditioning systems in trains make train travel more comfortable. Until now, most train air …