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  • DzU article from 11.08.2025 | Last changed: 11.08.2025

    Indicator: Land-take for settlements and transport infrastructure

    A graph in the form of a bar chart shows how many hectares of land per day in Germany were newly designated for settlements and transport infrastructure between 2000 and 2023. The chart also shows the four-year average.

    Indicator: Land-take for settlements and transport infrastructure Land-take for settlements and … effects and must be partially corrected by the Federal Statistical Office. Further information on this can be found in the ‘ Explanatory notes on the indicator …

  • DzU article from 14.10.2022 | Last changed: 14.10.2022

    Indicator: Ecological status of transitional and coastal waters

    A diagram shows the distribution of the ecological status/ecological potential of transitional and coastal waters for the North Sea and the Baltic Sea for the years 2010, 2015 and 2021. The target for 2027 is shown (100 % good or very good).

    … by a wide margin. As this goal was clearly missed, the subsequent management cycle under the WFD now needs to be used to reach the ambitious targets by the deadline … and Baltic Sea’ and ‘River eutrophication by phosphorous’ indicators). The measures taken so far are not (yet) taking effect to an adequate degree. Efforts must be … evaluation of water bodies has been published by Voß et al. (2010) . More detailed information: 'Ökologischer Zustand der Küstengewässer der Nordsee ' and …

  • DzU article from 25.09.2025 | Last changed: 26.09.2025

    Indicator: Population-weighted particulate matter exposure (PM10)

    A bar-chart shows the population-weighted annual average PM10 exposure for Germany from 2010 to 2023. The exposure decreased significantly by 42 % from 2010 to 2023.

    … various industrial processes), as well as efforts in the transport sector (for more information on the contributions of individual sources, click here ). A further … in exposure is expected by 2030 as a result of the emission reduction commitments under the NEC Directive . If the measures outlined in national air pollution control … and may therefore mask the effects of simultaneous changes in emissions (for more information click here ). Methodology For the indicator, model data from the …

  • DzU article from 25.09.2025 | Last changed: 26.09.2025

    Indicator: Population-weighted particulate matter exposure (PM2.5

    A bar-chart shows the population-weighted annual average PM2.5 exposure for Germany from 2010 to 2023. The exposure decreased significantly by 54 % from 2010 to 2023.

    … various industrial processes), as well as efforts in the transport sector (for more information on the contributions of individual sources, click here ). A further … in exposure is expected by 2030 as a result of the emission reduction commitments under the NEC Directive . If the measures outlined in national air pollution control … and may therefore mask the effects of simultaneous changes in emissions (for more information click here ). Methodology For the indicator, model data from the …

  • DzU article from 25.09.2025 | Last changed: 26.09.2025

    Indicator: Population exposure to particulate matter (PM10)

    A graph shows the proportion of people in Germany affected by levels exceeding the WHO guideline value and the EU limit value for fine particulate matter (PM10) (legally binding from 2030) for the period from 2010 to 2023 – with a clear declining trend.

    … are typically higher—are not included. As a result, the indicator may slightly underestimate the actual exposure level. Assessing the development Throughout the … as those from traffic—are considered. The PM10 data are then combined with spatial information on population distribution. The methodological approach is described in …

  • DzU article from 30.04.2025 | Last changed: 30.04.2025

    Indicator: Final energy consumption

    A graph shows the final energy consumption from 2008 to 2023. The trend is slightly downward, but fluctuates from year to year due to the influence of the weather. The EnEfG target for the years 2030 is also shown.

    … The German Environment Agency's "Projection Report 2023" shows that the measures taken to date are unlikely to be sufficient to achieve these targets. Environmental … various energy statistics surveys and modeling. The AGEB publishes methodological information on the calculation in the “ Explanatory notes on the energy balances ” ( …

  • DzU article from 08.10.2025 | Last changed: 08.10.2025

    Indicator: Recycling municipal waste

    A graph shows the proportions of processed and recycled municipal waste in the total quantity of municipal waste from 2002 to 2023. During this period the proportion of recycled municipal waste rose from 56.1 to 67.2 percent.

    … targets for the recycling of municipal waste (including preparation for re-use) taking into account a new output-based calculation method: 55 % by 2025, 60 % by … rates has been observed since 2002. The recycling rate for municipal waste reached 65 % for the first time in 2012 and, after falling in 2013, exceeded this … For this reason, the indicator is only presented from 2002 onwards. More detailed information: 'Verwertungsquoten der wichtigsten Abfallarten' (in German only) . …

  • DzU article from 27.05.2025 | Last changed: 30.05.2025

    Indicator: Global environmental footprint of consumption

    A graph shows the global environmental footprint of household consumption, represented by the indicator’s energy consumption, CO₂ emissions and raw material use. The indicators show the environmental footprint generated by the consumption activities of private households in Germany and abroad.

    … Consumption and Imports" and is described in a method manual . More detailed information   'Einkommen, Konsum, Energienutzung, Emissionen privater Haushalte' (in … Consumption and Imports" and is described in a method manual . More detailed information   'Einkommen, Konsum, Energienutzung, Emissionen privater Haushalte' (in …

  • DzU article from 22.12.2025 | Last changed: 22.12.2025

    Indicator: National Welfare Index

    A graph shows the national welfare index (NWI) and gross domestic product (2000 = 100) for the years between 1991 and 2024. Since 2000, the NWI has increased by 10.7 percent, while GDP rose by 27.4 percent.

    … measure of social welfare. The main criticisms include the fact that GDP does not take into account distribution of income and does not incorporate voluntary work and … increase of the NWI in 2025 will therefore probably occur. You will find more information in a recent detailed analysis of the NWI (in German only) . Methodology …

  • DzU article from 18.12.2025 | Last changed: 19.12.2025

    Indicator: Share of renewables in gross electricity consumption

    A graph shows the share of renewable energies in gross electricity consumption. The share increased from 6.3 % to 54.1 % between 2000 and 2024.

    … new photovoltaic and wind power plants over the next few years, this goal is within reach. Environmental importance In 2024, electricity accounted for about one quarter … in German only ) and Working Group on Energy Balances (AGEB). More detailed information: „Stromerzeugung erneuerbar und konventionell“ and „ Stromverbrauch “ … in German only ) and Working Group on Energy Balances (AGEB). More detailed information: „Stromerzeugung erneuerbar und konventionell“ and „ Stromverbrauch “ …

  • DzU article from 23.01.2025 | Last changed: 23.01.2025

    Indicator: Grasslands

    A graph shows the area of permanent grassland and its share of the total agricultural area from 1991 to 2024. Both indicators have been declining until 2013 and have then increased in the years that followed. Most recently, the values have stagnated.

    … adapted to them. Assessing the development Permanent grassland in Germany has been under pressure in recent decades. In 1991 there were still over 5.3 million hectares … report on the agricultural census  (Destatis 2022, in German only ). More detailed information: 'Grünlandumbruch' (in German only) . Related contents Gefährdung der … report on the agricultural census  (Destatis 2022, in German only ). More detailed information: 'Grünlandumbruch' (in German only) . … Indicator: Grasslands …

  • DzU article from 27.11.2024 | Last changed: 27.11.2024

    Indicator: Agricultural nitrogen surplus

    A graph shows the agricultural nitrogen surpluses for individual years and as rolling 5-year means between 1990 and 2022. The 5-year-mean nitrogen surpluses in kilogrammes per hectare dropped from 117 to 77. The target for 2028-32 is 70 kilogrammes per hectare and year.

    … agricultural land. If the trend of the last 10 years continues, the target will be reached. Environmental importance Nitrogen is an essential nutrient for all living … for annual fluctuations a five-year moving average is calculated. More detailed information: 'Stickstoffeintrag aus der Landwirtschaft und Stickstoffüberschuss' (in … for annual fluctuations a five-year moving average is calculated. More detailed information: 'Stickstoffeintrag aus der Landwirtschaft und Stickstoffüberschuss' (in …