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  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    FW-R-2: Conservation of forest-genetic resources

    The picture shows a seed plantation in flower, as well as high trees. In the grassland between the trees, tyre tracks are visible.

    … used than in-situ conservation. Seed plantations serve dual purposes: the production of genetically diverse seed materials and as the foundation required to … are concerned, for which the Forest Reproductive Material Act (FoVG) governs production, trading, as well as import and export of forest reproductive material, … used than in-situ conservation. Seed plantations serve dual purposes: the production of genetically diverse seed materials and as the foundation required to …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    FW-I-5: Damaged timber – extent of random use

    The picture shows a dense spruce forest. Several trees are dead, and in the foreground there is deadwood lying on the forest floor.

    … random use. Damaged timber can have negative effects on the safety of other production operations. If – especially in spruce stands – newly dead trees still … provide perfect breeding sites for pest organisms, thus strongly favouring their reproduction, unless appropriate action is taken. In cases where there are extensive areas of damaged timber, this will put extra pressure on other production operations in forests and woodlands, thus giving rise to safety risks for …

  • Press release 32/2024 from 16.07.2024 | Last changed: 02.08.2024

    European emissions trading: record decline in greenhouse gas emissions in Germany

    rauchende Schornsteine einer Industrieanlage vor blauem Himmel

    … sector, on the other hand, the fall in emissions is primarily due to the decline in production as a result of the effects of the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine. … Group on Energy Balances – AGEB). As a result, the carbon intensity of electricity production in Germany also declined. Industry: Emissions from energy-intensive … of CO 2 -eq, the lowest level since 2013. This was due to cyclical declines in production in all sectors, particularly as a result of the effects of Russia's war …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    FI-I-3: Occurrence of thermophilic species in inland waters – case study

    The picture shows two men in waterproof working clothes standing in a small boat on Lake Constance. One of them is holding a fishing net. He seems to be pulling it out of the water. In the background, the lakeshore and a settlement are visible.

    … although in this case, the most important influencing factors impacting production are water temperatures affected by climate change, the duration of ice … on the fish fauna in Germany’s inland waters. Generally speaking, decentralised production structures and small-scale enterprises predominate in freshwater … conditions in the spring and summer of that year. In order to ensure successful reproduction, carp are in particular need of warm spring weather every year 90 . …

  • News from 15.01.2014 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    More ecofriendliness in food sector necessary

    tomato in the dustbin

    … (vzbv) and UBA present joint recommendations for action. 15.01.2014 The product life cycle analysis for foods is in a class of its own: fully one-fifth of …

  • News from 14.06.2021 | Last changed: 14.06.2021

    Resource Commission at UBA in the third appointment period

    Excavators at work in an open pit

    … and its consequences Resource conservation and environmental policy Publications Product Labelling Body for the promotion of product resource efficiency and recyclability Low Resource lifestyles and economies …

  • Press release 36/2015 from 12.10.2015 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Progress of environmental protection in agriculture too slow

    tractors on a field

    … much does damage to the environment. Too much slurry in regions with high livestock production causes groundwater concentrations of nitrate (NO 3- ) to exceed limit … to streams, rivers and lakes. Excess slurry from regions with high livestock production should be used nationwide in compliance with best practices. The …

  • News from 09.07.2018 | Last changed: 20.08.2018

    Environmental- and health impact of 3D printing

    3D printer producing a little plastic tree

    … All news Related publications Focus on the future: 3D printing Tags sustainable production … Dental bridges, car bodies, construction components for homes: with 3D …

  • Press release 01/2023 from 03.01.2023 | Last changed: 03.01.2023

    Emissions trading rings up record revenues: More than 13 billion euros for climate protection

    Kraftwerk mit dampfenden Kühltürmen

    … necessary economic incentives for investment in climate-friendly technologies and production methods. The price trend of the past year can also be interpreted as … at the previous year's fixed price of 25 euros as part of a limited opportunity to purchase such certificates at that price, adding a further half-billion euros to …

  • Travel guide soil from 16.04.2015 | Last changed: 28.04.2023

    Soil - An Essential Resource

    … awareness on the importance of soils as the basis for food systems, fuel and fibre production as well as for other essential ecosystem functions  as e.g. adaptation to …

  • Press release 32/2020 from 27.07.2020 | Last changed: 29.07.2020

    Integrating environmental protection in legislation on global supply chains

    container-loaded cargo ship at a container terminal

    … must be aligned with the principles of sustainability. Many companies which have production sites abroad already operate with due care, i.e. in compliance with … them to monitor supply chains, their resistance to crises and the quality of their products. Nevertheless, excessive pollution still occurs throughout the entire production process. That is why we are committed to enshrining the protection of the …