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  • Press release 40/2020 from 11.09.2020 | Last changed: 08.12.2020

    Current transport policy puts people with low income at a disadvantage

    Ein Fahrradfahrer in einem Stau mit Autos

    … more frequently live on roads with higher traffic volumes and thus higher noise and air pollution levels - even though they often do not drive. Dirk Messner, President … These subsidies not only harm the environment and the climate, but are also unfair from a social point of view since households with high incomes benefit from them … more frequently live on roads with higher traffic volumes and thus higher noise and air pollution levels - even though they often do not drive. Dirk Messner, President …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 06.07.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Human Health

    A baby hand holding the finger of an adult

    … intensity and duration. In addition, the body's ability to adapt can be impaired by pre-existing conditions (e.g. diabetes) and consumption of medications and … respiratory diseases such as hay fever and asthma. The associated physical impairments reduce the quality of life of those affected and lead to reduced performance. As a result of a climate change-induced increase in average air temperatures, the flowering period of certain plants (e.g. hazel, alder) and …

  • Press release 19/2019 from 06.06.2019 | Last changed: 16.08.2019

    Plastics in the environment

    Plastic waste on a beach.

    … to ecosystems and organisms. What is the scale of plastic litter in waters, soil, air and the seas and coasts of Germany? How and why does it get there in the first … It is also being discussed whether plastic particles are suspended in the air, in drinking water and other foods. The main reason for the global flood of … and measure them in the environment. They show their presence in the waters, soil, air and seas of Germany and what impact this has on ecosystems. They identify areas …

  • Press release 39/2014 from 31.08.2014 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    New requirements for old heating units

    different houses, covered with snow, with smoking chimneys

    … New requirements for old heating units Especially in the winter time the air can be contaminated with fine dust from chimneys and stoves Source: Grzegorz … will help to curb hazardous levels of particulate matter. The thresholds valid for air are not complied with everywhere, and the more stringent guidelines issued by … release No. 39/2014 | 31.08.2014 Old wood-fired furnaces and fireplaces deteriorate air quality, particularly in their immediate surroundings. These units' emissions …

  • News from 19.03.2025 | Last changed: 05.01.2026

    Freight transport: climate-neutral, electrified, reimagined

    The various proposed measures for environmentally friendly freight transport described in the brochure have been summarized in a vision picture.

    … economy would grind to a halt. But transporting goods and waste generates noise, air pollutants and greenhouse gases. To counter this the UBA in its vision for 2045 … for road transport, and fuels produced with renewable energies for international air or sea freight are examples of the technologies needed for the transition. … at low water levels. Internationally, sea-going ships should be given preference to air freight where possible. Transporting goods by air is up to 200 times more …

  • Press release 06/2019 from 13.03.2019 | Last changed: 27.03.2019

    Launch of online portal for climate-friendly refrigeration

    indoor sight of a supermarket

    … restaurants, supermarkets, hoteliers, facility management and any others who use air conditioning and refrigeration systems or heat pumps can find out more about … illustrate the energy savings are made by modernisation or new installation of air conditioning, cooling and heat pump systems which also protects the climate. The … a major role in the warming of the atmosphere. They are used as coolants in many air conditioning and refrigeration systems, and some are even much more harmful to …

  • Press release 15/2024 from 28.03.2024 | Last changed: 08.04.2024

    Blue Angel for wood-burning stoves: Dust precipitators can reduce ultrafine particles by 97 percent

    Holzscheite glühen im Feuer

    … as a cozy source of warmth. However, stove exhaust gases have a negative impact on air quality and human health. Burning wood produces harmful pollutants such as fine … distance of one millimetre. UFPs are the smallest solid and liquid particles in our air. Such ultrafine particles are produced during combustion processes, such as in a … as a cozy source of warmth. However, stove exhaust gases have a negative impact on air quality and human health. Burning wood produces harmful pollutants such as fine …

  • Press release 32/2014 from 09.07.2014 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    UBA tests outdoor jackets: Weather-proofing is harmful to waters

    Wanderer mit einer roten Regenjacke und einem Rucksack läuft durch einen Wald bei Regen

    … agents unfortunately do not stay in the jackets and instead evaporate into the air or are channelled to waste water treatment plants as a result of washing, from … polar bears. They do not degrade in the environment and are transported instead on air and water pathways to regions as remote as the Arctic. Organisms are exposed to PFASs through the air, water and food intake, and they bioaccumulate. The new study done on behalf of …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 06.01.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2025

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Tourism

    Beach chairs at the Baltic Sea

    … on summer tourism Summer tourism is mainly influenced by the climate factors air temperature, water temperature, sunshine duration and precipitation. Based on … of the holiday region. Bathing and beach tourism is likely to benefit from rising air temperatures, longer sunshine duration, lower summer precipitation, an extension … is expected. The guest and accommodation establishments will benefit from this. Impairments may occur during extended hikes due to heavy thunderstorms. The increase in …

  • Press release 28/2024 from 06.06.2024 | Last changed: 21.06.2024

    The German Environment Agency celebrates 50 years of environmental protection at its Dessau site

    Zu sehen ist das Hauptgeäude des Umweltbundesamtes in Dessau-Roßlau. Im Anschtt befindet sich ein Teil der bunten Fassade sowie die Blickrichtiung zum gläsernen Haupteingang.

    … the UBA has made a significant contribution to protecting the environment. The air has become cleaner, the quality of drinking water has improved significantly and … also be a musical and culinary programme. In addition, damaged textiles can be repaired on site by hand and with a sewing machine under supervision. The Federal Youth Project "We Care & Repair" will be offering to repair items of clothing brought along. A highlight of the …

  • Press release 26/2016 from 04.08.2016 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Higher income earners usually have higher climate-impact lifestyles

    photo of money

    … surplus income is all too often spent on large cars, larger homes and more frequent air travel, even despite otherwise environmentally conscious behaviour. But it is … surplus income is all too often spent on large cars, larger homes and more frequent air travel, even despite otherwise environmentally conscious behaviour. But it is …