… Angel. Federal Environment Minister Barbara Hendricks said: "The companies whose products bear the Blue Angel have used the ecolabel to steadily improve the …

… around the world and are bioaccumulative. Some PFASs are proven to be toxic for reproduction. Perfluoroalkyl- and polyfluoroalkyl substances are commonly used in … are economically and technically viable. In order to minimise the risks of PFASs in products, the UBA recommends that the REACH Regulation should limit imports of such … price segments and issued from several different manufacturers. The jackets were purchased for the test in 2011. Distinction between country of origin was not …

… have hosted the competition since 2012. Prizes are awarded in four categories: product, service, concept and young talent. This year's round of the award received … design and aesthetic standards from the niche to the mainstream. The nominated products and concepts are impressive proof that climate protection and resource …

… law. 21.02.2022 Agricultural pesticides - commonly known as plant protection products (PPPs) - must be authorised in each EU country where they are to be …

… for the Environment is promoting ambitious standards with mandatory measures for product-related environmental protection." Dr Bettina Rechenberg, Head of Department III "Sustainable Products and Production, Circular Economy" at the German Environment Agency (UBA) …

… the environment and raw materials consumption. We must avoid waste as early as the production stage if possible. We should refrain from using packaging that is … high level of packaging consumption, one major reason being economic growth: more products equals more packaging. Consumption habits are another reason, for example …

… SustainFashion - Sustainability information all about textiles The production of textiles must become more sustainable for people and the environment. … overview and find links to further information. The guest blog features voices from production countries in the global south, consumers from marginalised communities …

… shows that sustainable design has long been an essential part of the design of products and services. The German Ecodesign Award was a pioneer in this development … made its way into the mainstream. It supports the transformation of consumption and production towards a circular economy.” Dr Bettina Rechenberg, Head of Department …

… the government tighten the statutory guarantee period and intervene more heavily in product standards matters? What must be done to make it easier to avoid waste in … the government tighten the statutory guarantee period and intervene more heavily in product standards matters? What must be done to make it easier to avoid waste in …

… water pipes are favoured by the expected warming and endanger water quality. Production water: About 25 percent of production water in Germany is used for industrial production. Consumption is to be …

… Bisphenol A has an effect similar to that of hormones on fish and frogs and harms reproduction and development. The UBA will consider whether Bisphenol A in general or, … world's most prolifically produced chemicals. The substance is to be found in many products of everyday use, such as drinks bottles, food tins, DVDs, till receipts … Consumers have an explicit right of information concerning the inclusion of SVHC in products. Manufacturers, suppliers and dealers must disclose whether a substance of …

… aspects in design continue to gain ground and can become the standard for products and services—both at the European level together with other member states, … optimism.” Dr Bettina Rechenberg, Head of Department III “Sustainable Products and Production, Circular Economy” at the German Environment Agency ( ⁠ UBA ⁠ ) and jury …