… cannot degrade these chemicals, and thus they are released into rivers, seas and groundwater, and ultimately accumulate in the bodies of humans and animals. The Federal … and outgassing. The chemicals are persistent in the environment, are transported around the world and are bioaccumulative. Some PFASs are proven to be toxic for … These chemicals have been traced in the environment and in organisms around the world, including in rivers, oceans, the deep sea, groundwater, in human …

… Nutzungsdauer von Produkten auf ihre Umweltwirkung: Schaffung einer Informationsgrundlage und Entwicklung von Strategien gegen „Obsoleszenz“ All press releases Tags planned …

… emissions trading system. Source: Lianem / Fotolia Germany’s revenues from auctions under the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) totalled more than 6.8 billion euros … marking a significant increase over 2021 (5.3 billion euros). In contrast, revenues under the national emissions trading scheme (nETS) for the heating and transport … All revenue from the EU ETS and nETS flows into the Climate and Transformation Fund (KTF). The special fund currently supports programmes such as federal funding in …

… appliances were placed on the market in Germany in 2018, an increase of around 294,000 tonnes (about 15 percent) compared to 2017. However, the collection and … large household appliances. In the case of commercial appliances, the gap is around 240,000 tonnes, thus a collection rate of only around 25%. In the latter case, however, there is no free take-back obligation on the …

… such as pharmaceuticals in rivers, lakes and other surface waters are often undesirably high. In some cases they exceed statutory environmental quality … on use and bans which are anchored in chemicals and product law, environmentally sound disposal, mitigation of air emissions, or additional end-of-pipe technologies … upon to co-finance the measure through the waste water charge. "We estimate that funding of 75% of annual investment costs for the fourth treatment stage at all waste …

… are still required. In the photovoltaic sector alone, we need an increase of around 50 per cent in order to meet the targets of the Renewable Energy Sources Act,” … should not be burdened further by rising grid fees.” Renewables account for around 57 per cent of gross electricity econsumption ⁠   Approximately 147 terawatt … accounted for the largest share of renewable electricity generation at around 51 per cent. Photovoltaics followed with 24 per cent, electricity generation …

… must renew wind turbine installation in greater numbers - there is simply no way around replacing coal-generated electricity, which will be leaving the power grid. …

… policy. This requires updating the regulatory framework and allocating more funding for climate adaptation measures. The potential of natural solutions such as … will receive our support in their efforts in the form of expert advice, funding for local adaptation manager posts and funding for innovative projects and climate change adaptation in community-based …

… technology and those who do not. Accelerate innovation: Mobilize and catalyze funding and resources to advance digital innovation that accelerates environmental … of consultations combined with a co-design process across the CODES coalition of around one thousand stakeholders. Quotes from CODES Co-Champions “ Digital … and the health of planet Earth will be significantly shaped by this transformation. UNDP is committed to support a transformation that offers a greener and more just …

… / Getty Images The Corona crisis challenges many familiar things. The economy is under pressure, people are changing their habits. What does this mean for … forthcoming: Gesellschaftliche Auswirkungen der Covid-19-Pandemie in Deutschland und mögliche Konsequenzen für die Umweltpolitik (September 2020)   As a current … paper Gesellschaftliche Auswirkungen der Covid-19-Pandemie in Deutschland und mögliche Konsequenzen für die Umweltpolitik The Green New Consensus: Study Shows …

… developed its own serious game “Little Impacts”. last update on 12.06.2025 Background Computer and video games are very popular in Germany. According to the Association of the German Games Industry (game), around sixty percent of the people in Germany engage in gaming, at least sometimes. The … Jugend fragen! – 2021. Umwelt, ⁠ Klima ⁠, Wandel – was junge Menschen erwarten und wie sie sich engagieren. Berlin & Dessau-Roßlau.  …