… considered in the design of funding instruments This report summarises key aspects that should be accounted for in the design of policy instruments to support the … of climate-friendly soil management measures. It outlines overarching aspects that need to be considered for any type of policy instruments. Furthermore, aspects that are relevant for all types of results-based funding schemes are elaborated …

… scenarios for resource efficiency (SimRess)". It presents developments and trends that may have an impact on the design of sustainable resource efficiency policy. …

… safer and reduces their energy consumption As of 2015 coffee machines consume less energy Source: B.Pierck / Fotolia.com From the start of the new year, lower … Eco-Design Directive requirements are in effect for energy consumption, stipulating that new devices that are connected to a network or have internet access (including … found in almost every household will thus not waste electricity unnecessarily when not in use. For coffee machines, there are new requirements concerning the …

… How does emissions trading work? Wie funktioniert der Emissionshandel? Und warum gibt es … explanatory film now published shows in sound and pictures how emissions trading works in practice: e.g. what is the ‘cap and trade’ principle? How does trade … friendly technologies and thus make a contribution to climate protection. More information on emissions trading can be found on the website of the German …

… greenhouse effect What is the greenhouse effect and which gases are involved? How do man-made greenhouse gas emissions cause change in the earth’s atmosphere and what … of which gases are, and what we must do to limit global warming. Why? Because less man-made greenhouse gases means less warming.   Associated content Links video on YouTube video "Global Climate …

… was emitted in Germany in 2022. This is 9.6 million tonnes or 1.3 per cent less than in 2021 and 40 per cent less than in 1990. This is shown by the results of the calculations submitted to the … sector target of the Climate Protection Act for the building sector was exceeded. A more detailed analysis of selected short and long-term drivers of combustion-related …

… Environmental Awareness Study 2018 Population expects more environmental and climate protection from all stakeholders Environmental … (UBA), Maria Krautzberger, presented today. The majority of the population believes that the important stakeholders (industry, federal government, local authorities) are not yet doing enough – and are also critical of their own commitment as citizens. Every …

… copepods and algae. A high concentration of biocides is introduced to water bodies when newly coated boats are launched into water in spring. Press release No. 16/2016 … and pond system, which can simulate conditions in ponds, lakes and rivers, proved that the substance has an ecotoxicological effect on aquatic plants and … its unacceptable environmental risks. What must boat owners and buyers now keep in mind? Any remaining quantities of antifouling products with Cybutryn must be …

… Waste | Resources, Water, Sustainability | Strategies | International matters Methodological Convention 3.2 for the Assessment of Environmental Costs Value … factors reflect the benefit of environmental protection for society – and the costs that society incurs if environmental protection is neglected. The value factors can … Bewertung environmental damage methodological convention economic evaluation … Methodological Convention 3.2 for the Assessment of Environmental Costs …

… air systems. However, the devices should be properly assessed before use to ensure that they are suitable for the room in question. For example, the airflow rate must … air. Therefore, every ventilation possibility should continue to be used even when using air purifiers. The IRK states that rooms in which there is no possibility … washing, wearing a face covering) must therefore continue to be observed regardless of the above measures. Associated content Links Air purifiers in schools …

… Good indoor air quality is in jeopardy German Environment Agency publishes What matters … and offices are a health risk," said Ms Krautzberger. "We need clear labelling for that purpose." Much in the same fashion as fire protection classes, a class system … Ordinance will bring improvement. The application of fertilisers in autumn – a time when the risk of nitrate inputs to groundwater is particularly high– will be …

… Agency and the Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training Skilled workers sought for the socio-ecological transition UBA and BIBB publish … to get off the ground. Education, training and sustainability must therefore be more closely linked. Press release No. 40/2024 | 17.09.2024 To coincide with the … for action on how the socio-ecological transition can be achieved at a time when there is a shortage of skilled workers. The BIBB and the UBA consider the …