… From 16 to 22 September 2016, Europe’s local authorities will be showing their citizens how sustainable mobility works in practice. 2,000 cities and municipalities from all over Europe are participating, including the German cities Frankfurt/Main, Erfurt and Würzburg. Press release No. 28/2016 | … uba [dot] de www.mobilitaetswoche.eu www.facebook.com/mobilitaetswoche Associated content Links Kick-off event on 16.09.2016 (in German) Map: campaigns in Germany (in …

… at schools Pupils in an elementary school. Source: iStockphoto / Wavebreakmedia The use of mobile air purifiers alone is no substitute for adequate ventilation in schools. Mobile air purifiers merely circulate the air in the room and do not replace the necessary supply of outside air. However, … must therefore continue to be observed regardless of the above measures. Associated content Links Air purifiers in schools (German) All press releases … The use of …

… waters in Germany once again in 2020 – but Covid-19 pandemic did put a damper on the fun 90 per cent of bathing waters in Germany rated ‘excellent‘ Source: Thaut Images / Fotolia.com In the 2020 bathing season, the EU Commission rated 90 per cent of all German bathing … applicable rule, regardless of which potential pathogens are involved. Associated content Links Interactive map All press releases Tags bathing water … In the 2020 …

… tips for improving mental health Joint action against climate change can strengthen mental health. Source: Volker Haese / Umweltbundesamt Climate change can have not only devastating physical consequences for people and the environment, but can also have a significant impact on the human psyche. For … can also be applied to other stressful or challenging situations. Associated content Mehrere Faktoren tragen zum mentalen Wohlbefinden bei. Source: Volker Haese …

… A new record number of 177 German municipalities and districts are taking part in the international action week. European Mobility Week: Sustainable mobility saves … Sustainable mobility saves energy – and in many different ways. As part of the European Mobility Week (EMW), which takes place from 16 to 22 September, … EMW has been coordinated by the German Environment Agency since 2016. Associated content Links All participants and actions on the official EMW page EMW review 2022 …

… of impaired hearing International Noise Awareness Day 2015: Noise protection from the very start Noise is not only annoying, it can cause health problems, especially … and mental performance, young people in Germany frequently report a ringing in their ears which resembles tinnitus after extreme noise exposure. According to the … equipment should be set to play at moderate volume whenever possible. Associated content Links German Environmental Survey for Children 2003/2006 more about noise on …

… adaptors which stay plugged in unnecessarily Source: Tolola / iStock / Thinkstock The average household of two can save 250 euros through more economical use of energy. A new brochure by the Federal Environment Agency (UBA) about saving energy in the home (Energiesparen … ecolabel are the most environmentally friendly in that product group. Associated content Links order free energy meter (in German) Blue Angel ecolabel information …

… Joint press release by the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV) … states, municipalities, associations and the scientific community.  Associated content Links Dialogue Platform for citizens to participate in the dialogue …

… and smartphones has gained immense importance in recent years and not just since the COVID-19 pandemic. The research project “Serious Gaming and Sustainability” of the German Environment … game elements such as fun, competition and an appealing game world with educational content, for example. They therefore offer an innovative opportunity to promote …

… German Environmental Survey, GerES VI (2023-2024) Adults are back in focus in the German Environmental Survey. Source: Fotolia/Dashk (edited by Agentur Naumilkat) … residence and in the household as well as on environmental diseases, and a final contentment questionnaire on the study conduct and a self-administered questionnaire …

… considered when searching for headache causes. last update on 15.05.2020 Headaches There are many different kinds of headaches. 90% of all occurring headaches are migraines or tension headaches and not attributable to any other primary disease. In Germany, 50% of men and over 60% of women reported having … only good for the prevention of headaches but also for general health. Associated content Publications Children! Indoor air quality after installation of building …