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  • Publication from 31.01.2022

    PIWI and the plastic soup

    piwi and the plastic soup

    … and is quite happy. However his friend, Wilma the cat, confuses the issue when she tells him what the next stream looks like. The two of them get on their way to sort things out. But that is not the only job, as the stream flows into the river and the river into the …

  • Press release 05/2014 from 29.01.2014 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Putting power gluttons on a diet

    smartphones

    … average household can save up to 250 euros. The best way is to switch off equipment that is not in use and which may be using power in standby mode." Press release No. … One important point to remember about saving energy: keep your personal needs in mind when purchasing new equipment. Buying over-sized goods will cost more electricity. …

  • Press release 07/2020 from 12.02.2020 | Last changed: 08.04.2020

    Art and the environment “Zero Waste” exhibition in Leipzig

    Ein Frauengesicht mit Plastikstücken

    … of contemporary art which point to the urgency of conserving resources, consuming less and living more sustainably. In installations, videos, sculptures and … for his spatial mobile. While Erik Sturm creates paint from the particulate matter that he scratches off the window ledges of busy roads, Vibha Galhotra brings the … to discuss solutions, to stimulate its visitors to consider alternative ways of doing things and to come up with possible visions for the future. The project also …

  • Press release 26/2024 from 31.05.2024 | Last changed: 29.07.2024

    Environmental and climate protection remain important for youths

    Auf dem Bild sind Jugendliche zusehen, die in einem Kreis auf dem Schulhof sitzen.

    … Federal Minister for the Environment Steffi Lemke commented: “I’m delighted that young people have a positive view of Europe and value our democracy. The … week before the European elections. Companies and politicians have a responsibility When it comes to environmental and climate protection, young people expect more from … In the survey, 74 per cent of respondents thought that companies were not doing enough in this area. The majority are of the opinion that the state has a role …

  • News from 25.01.2019 | Last changed: 25.01.2019

    How does emissions trading work?

    Screenshot aus dem gezeichneten Kurzfilm: Zu sehen ist ein Kraftwerk, das Geld für Emissionsberechtigungen zahlt.

    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 …

  • Press release 54/2020 from 17.11.2020 | Last changed: 23.11.2020

    Coronavirus in schools: Air purifiers alone are not enough – room ventilation is still key

    Schülerinnen und Schüler melden sich.

    … 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 …

  • Press release 28/2016 from 16.09.2016 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    European Mobility Week brings sustainable mobility a step closer

    a lot of colourful bicycles in a bicycle stand

    … 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 … of sustainable mobility and to establish measures which make local transport more sustainable for the climate and environment. Mobility-related campaigns are …

  • Press release 47/2019 from 27.11.2019 | Last changed: 17.12.2019

    A focus on risks and side effects for mankind and the planet

    Foto der Ausstellung in Osnabrück

    … Umwelt Climate change, air pollution and contaminated water bodies harm more than just the environment. "Planet Gesundheit", the new interactive exhibition … display at the DBU National Heritage building in Osnabrück until spring 2021. After that date, the exhibition will be available for loan. Press release No. 47/2019 | … healthy planet. That’s why we have to put more focus on the benefits for ourselves when we take climate action,” added Dr. Eckart von Hirschhausen. Changes are needed …

  • Press release 18/2022 from 01.04.2022 | Last changed: 07.04.2022

    Young people care about environment and climate

    junge Frauen am Laptop

    … about environment and climate Current youth study: Young people want a greater say when it comes to their future Climate action and environmental protection are hot … are the findings of the representative survey “Zukunft? Jugend fragen! – 2021” of more than 1,000 young people ages 14-22 which was done on behalf of the German … Agency (UBA) and the Federal Ministry for Environment (BMUV). The survey found that three quarters of the respondents are generally optimistic about their personal …

  • Press release 48/2024 from 06.12.2024 | Last changed: 10.12.2024

    UBA game “Little Impacts” wins the German Children’s Software Award TOMMI 2024

    Das Bild zeigt das Logo des Deutschen Kindersoftwarepreises TOMMI.

    … German Children’s Software Award TOMMI Source: TOMMI 2024 Making everyday life more sustainable and inspiring friends and family – the German Environment Agency’s … to read the story, even if there is sometimes a bit too much text. But you can also do cool things like draw posters, which brought the story to life. The style was … Store since April 2024. It belongs to the “Serious Games” genre. These are games that are entertaining but also pursue other goals – for example, to impart knowledge …

  • Press release 23/2025 from 06.06.2025 | Last changed: 10.06.2025

    Climate change impacts mental health

    Grafik mit drei diskutierenden Personen auf Stühlen

    … change , we need people who are capable of taking action and who have resilient minds. That is why we must support people in recognising and coping with not only the … cause of the psychological burden: climate change itself.  The results from this work, particularly those aimed at strengthening individual mental resilience, have …

  • Press release 26/2025 from 20.06.2025 | Last changed: 24.06.2025

    Bathing waters in Germany once again receive top marks

    Zwei Menschen rennen freudig ins Wasser.

    … Source: Thaut Images / Fotolia.com Anyone looking to escape the summer heat can do so in one of Germany’s many (almost) pristine bathing waters. According to the … releases Tags bathing water quality … Anyone looking to escape the summer heat can do so in one of Germany’s many (almost) pristine bathing waters. According to the … in Europe for bathing water quality. … Anyone looking to escape the summer heat can do so in one of Germany’s many (almost) pristine bathing waters. According to the …