… the commitment of the Federal Government to climate-friendly, energy-efficient and durable goods in the framework of the Ecodesign Directive corresponds to consumer desires. UBA's President Maria Krautzberger said: "The demand for green products is high, and there is widespread willingness to make a switch to … 39% have tried out green electricity supply, and about one fifth are frequent purchasers of organic food products. The interest in ecological products varies, …

… in 2020. The world's first study with detailed insights into global antibiotic production will now be presented at a press conference on Friday (10/11/2023). “Our … the first time three years ago in order to incentivise the environmentally friendly production of antibiotics. This means that pharmaceutical companies can receive a … are needed for the authorisation and ongoing production of selected medicinal products, particularly antibiotics, as well as standardised monitoring systems to …

… offers advice, also aimed at non-specialists and do-it-yourselfers Building products which contain asbestos can be harmful to health when renovation is being … October 1993 may still contain asbestos today. In addition to asbestos cement products, the carcinogenic substance is contained in plasters, floor coverings or …

… our consumer habits in earnest. That means our well-loved habits, too. The production of animal products, and meat in particular, has a high impact on the environment because of … avoided and is an important means to preserving our livelihoods." Emissions of food products include those incurred through transport: the long hauling distances of …

… went hand in hand with assessment of ecological and design criteria. A total of 29 products, services and concepts won over the jury and have now been nominated for … initiative is supported by a project advisory council. The prize honours innovative products, services or ideas that are convincing in their design and …

… States in future to impose stricter health protection requirements for construction products at national level. UBA's President Maria Krautzberger said: "It concerns … protection. One must continue to be able to determine whether construction products are harmful to health or not." Healthy air in buildings and homes is one of …

… and German Environment Agency (UBA) award the fifth round of ecologically designed products The motto of the German Federal Ecodesign Award 2016 is "Mehr als schön" - … importance of consumer behaviour which conserves resources: ”Ecologically minded purchases can reduce pollution. Our aim is to bring sustainable consumption into the …

… Steffi Lemke MdB, Federal Minister for the Environment (BMUV): “Truly sustainable products are designed in such a way that they are durable as a whole or in individual pieces and can be used repeatedly. If repairability and recycling are considered long before production, then this would help to save materials and resources and to reduce CO2 …

… to consume more sustainably. I am therefore looking forward to many new innovative products, concepts and contributions from young talents competing for the German … systems that are designed to meet the requirements of the future as well as being durable and recyclable. The German Ecodesign Award is on the lookout for examples …

… the Blue Angel Joint action for man and the environment Environmentally friendly products with the Blue Angel ecolabel for SOS Children’s Village Berlin UBA's … The aim of the ecolabel is to give consumers some orientation when making their purchases. The ecolabel provides reliable proof of whether e.g. a cleaning agent has …

… the state spends many billions to promote climate protection while it subsidises production and behaviour patterns that are harmful to the climate. We all know that … hamper the development and market breakthrough of environmentally friendly products and jeopardise environmental and climate goals. They also make … parallel existence of diesel privileges for internal combustion engines and purchase premiums for electric cars," said Messner. Since the last estimate in 2012, …

… to their cuddly toys, wooden train sets, rubber balls etc. Not only must the products be exemplary in terms of pollutant content but also as concerns the social … to their cuddly toys, wooden train sets, rubber balls etc. Not only must the products be exemplary in terms of pollutant content but also as concerns the social …