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  • Press release 04/2018 from 23.01.2018 | Last changed: 05.02.2018

    Greenhouse gas emissions rose again in 2016

    rauchende Schornsteine eines Braunkohlekraftwerks, davor ein Tagebau

    … by 3.7 million metric tonnes. The reason for this is that ever larger quantities of goods are being moved by road. Moreover, the trend towards ever larger and heavier … by 3.7 million metric tonnes. The reason for this is that ever larger quantities of goods are being moved by road. Moreover, the trend towards ever larger and heavier …

  • News from 28.04.2025 | Last changed: 10.06.2025

    Risks and benefits of inhibitors in agriculture

    Acker neben Wiese mit Bäumen im Hintergrund

    … the active substances pose a risk to both the environment and to human health. For example, some of the substances are potentially toxic to aquatic organisms or impair … at national or European level often overlooks those risks.. This is shown, for example, by the fact that five of the eleven inhibitors available on the German …

  • Press release 53/2014 from 29.11.2014 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Plus-energy farmyard and printer manufacturer receive award for commitment to the environment

    on a stage: a man in a suit holding a Blue Angel trophy in his hand

    … We are demanding sustainable building not only of others but are also leading by example.“ State Secretary Adler pointed out that the Federal Government reviews all … the Länder and municipalities of the same strategy, said Mr Adler. There are many examples of a good start at those levels, which must now be consolidated and strengthened. UBA …

  • News from 21.09.2023 | Last changed: 21.09.2023

    OECD handbook reinforces environmental protection in raw material

    Drohnenansicht eines kontaminierten, giftigen Wasserlaufs in Geamana, Rumänien

    … and handouts, as well as being increasingly integrated in corporate procurement practice. In the light of the triple planetary crisis  of global warming, loss of … pollution, there is severe pressure to act, but in environmental terms  very little practical guidance has been available. This gap is now closed off with the new OECD …

  • News from 27.07.2020 | Last changed: 28.07.2020

    Environmental & climate protection for crisis-proof value chains

    raw material mining

    … degradation and climate change affect the economy and the international flow of goods. Damage to infrastructure due to increasing extreme weather events and … rise, changes in agricultural yields or persistent low water levels in rivers - for example due to more frequent and more intensive summer droughts - can bring the …

  • Press release 18/2024 from 25.04.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2024

    New German Environment Agency location opened in Cottbus

    Luftbild der Cottbuser Innenstadt

    … brown coal mining regions. This expertise has now arrived in Cottbus and marks a good day for the region and its people!” Prof. Dr. Ing. Michael Hübner, Vice … gateways into these emerging fields and facilitate a wealth of cooperation, for example in the areas of energy and environmental protection. These offer great …

  • Press release 20/2015 from 01.06.2015 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Contest for 'Blue Angel Prize 2015' has started

    Bühne bei der Preisverleihung Blauer Engel-Preis 2012

    … The deadline for contest submissions is 15 July 2015. Any enterprise which produces goods or services that bear the Blue Angel is eligible for entry. This year the Jury … have the Blue Angel ecolabel put less strain on the environment and climate, for example because they are especially energy-saving, or reduce soil, water, or air …

  • Press release 24/2022 from 18.05.2022 | Last changed: 24.05.2022

    "Blauer Kompass" federal award: Nomination of 20 climate change adaptation projects

    Grafik "Blauer Kompass"

    … municipality. The record number of entries for the 'Blauer Kompass' shows how many good ideas there are for taking precautions against the consequences of the climate … “The nominated projects show what distinguishes sustainable climate adaptation practice – many of the projects rely on nature-based solutions with synergy effects …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    KM-I-6: Pumping station performance – case study

    The picture shows the pumping station Steinschleuse on the Eider river. A retaining wall with a bridge and a brick-built house are visible.

    … as lowlands. The situation prevailing in the Eider Treene Association is used as an example for this theme illustrated in the case-study indicator. The indicator shows … chance to reduce the cost of using the electricity network in an atypical way. For example, pumping takes place ‘in advance’ at times when the electricity cost is … as lowlands. The situation prevailing in the Eider Treene Association is used as an example for this theme illustrated in the case-study indicator. The indicator shows …

  • Press release 61/2020 from 14.12.2020 | Last changed: 18.12.2020

    Climate impact of online retail and stationary trade depends on the product

    A woman orders clothing online, sitting in front of her wardrobe.

    … shipping packaging. Reusable packaging that customers can return empty is also a good idea. According to the study, a total of 180,000 to 370,000 tonnes of packaging … or dispensing with shipping packaging. "You don't have to always buy a new product. Good second-hand appliances, short-term rental or borrowing are good alternatives – …

  • Press release 34/2023 from 25.09.2023 | Last changed: 26.09.2023

    CO2 storage must not hinder phase-out of fossil fuels

    schematische Darstellung der Verpressung von CO2 in den Boden

    … CO 2 is liquefied under pressure and stored underground. Storage is possible, for example, in empty gas or oil reservoirs, in salt-water-bearing rock strata or in the … the environment in high concentrations. If CO 2 is injected into the sea bed, for example, the marine environment must be protected from acidification.⁠ This has yet … too, CCS would make more climate-friendly alternatives more difficult – for example, more timber construction, alternative binding agents or building materials. …