… Human Health Human health can be affected by climate change. Source: Miss X/photocase.com Humans react sensitively to extreme weather events. Heat is a direct burden … health and can lead to severe diseases of the cardiovascular system and, in extreme cases, to death. In addition, climate change favours allergies and pathogens or … in particular is severely stressed by extremely high temperatures and, in extreme cases, can lead to death. Older people are particularly affected by heat stress, as …

… certain environmental protection issues remain highly important — and in some cases, are even growing in significance. These findings come from the German … certain environmental protection issues remain highly important — and in some cases, are even growing in significance. These findings come from the German …

… 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 between …

… of 2018 and 2019 saw low precipitation and heat combined with constant and in some cases increasing water abstraction, causing many groundwater levels to fall and …

… noise. Ear plugs can help during long periods of exposure to loud noise. It is best not to listen to music with headphones at maximum volume – and stereo equipment …

… were classified as "poor" in the 2022 season. In total, in 2022, there were 118 cases in which bathing was banned or advised against at registered bathing waters as …

… the right time. Topics such as climate action and the environment concern us in any case, and with this visual novel we learn more about how everyone can make a …

… find solutions that encourage others to follow suit in order to achieve the best possible climate adaptation throughout Germany.” UBA President Dirk Messner …

… industry, science and society to engage in the dialogue. Together they will develop practical pathways to sustainable soil management and a corresponding policy …

… In addition to the familiar “measure & inform” category, there will also be a new “best organic waste bin campaign” category. For this, a jury will honour exemplary …

… forests and peatlands are intact, agriculture adopts sustainable soil management practices, and long-lived wood products are used more widely in construction. The …

… Starting on 7 November, important knowledge on organic waste, along with practical tips on how to dispose of it properly, will be shared with them every day …