… 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 …

… active in the processing industries are therefore highly integrated in global production and supply chains. Raw materials and intermediate products from numerous countries are imported to Germany to be processed here. By … research exploring the scenario prevailing in central Europe has indicated that productivity at work – depending on the intensity of heat stress – can in some cases …

… be made cheaper. The member states need more possibilities to promote efficient products through a reduced VAT rate. The EU has already approved this practice for … becoming more and more efficient thanks to industry efforts and total raw material productivity has increased by 26% since 2000, Germany has an excessively high level … than the global average. More than half of the raw materials consumed for the production of goods is sourced from abroad. A reduced VAT rate for repair services …

… – these and other precious and special metals are the essential components of many products, for example wind farms, photovoltaic modules, e-bikes, smartphones and … of raw materials more and more important. Up to now most special metals in used products have either not been recycled at all or only on a very small scale. A … is the solution to the current challenges we face as a result of ever more complex products and waste:  “Recycling critical metals into high-quality products demands …

… of environmental protection is that wastes must be recycled. However, it is counterproductive to reintroduce a recycled product which contains pollutants. An UBA study examines how this can be prevented … SCCP were tracked in the study to determine their presence in waste and recycled products. The study recommends when wastes should still be recycled and which …

… The current food system is characterised by foods that are low-priced but whose production causes harm to the environment. This damage for the whole of society has … food label which makes production methods transparent and enables eco-friendly purchase decisions. International agricultural trade fosters global prosperity but … The KLU therefore demands responsible food exports, imports of certified products and the further integration of sustainability aspects in international …

… this are the increased share of renewable energies, a decline in fossil fuel energy production and lower demand for energy from industry and consumers. In total, around … coal. Key drivers of this trend are the negative economic development and increased production costs, which have led to declines in production. The building sector also achieved a reduction in emissions from 8.3 …

… 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, …

… retrofitters with technical support and customers with financial relief when purchasing the systems.” Press release No. 22/2019 | 17.06.2019 There were 13 cities … retrofitters with technical support and customers with financial relief when purchasing the systems.” … German Environment Agency publishes “Gesunde Luft“ …

… thus becoming the leading grain legume in cultivation. Nevertheless, domestic production can only cover 3 % of annual demand. Within the framework of the BMEL’s … fungi and diseases. Durum is predominantly used and marketed as semolina for pasta production. Therefore any flaws in the harvested product – which manifest clearly as …