… a result of snowmelt. When rain hits the earth's surface, part of it seeps into the soil and contributes to groundwater recharge. Another part is temporarily stored in … are increasing. This contributes to a further rise in potential damage. Residential buildings, industrial facilities as well as transport infrastructure have been …

… a holi-festival the participants throw color powder into the air every hour Source: Dollars / Fotolia.com Holi is a traditional Indian spring festival with Hindu roots, … the event in addition to the throwing of coloured powders especially at hourly countdowns. Holi-Colours For the UBA the several tons of coloured powders (holi colours, … the coloured powders is missing. In addition, the producers and festival organizers do not always declare all ingredients. The main component of the holi colours is the …

… update on 31.03.2025 How we use the oceans For centuries, the oceans have been an essential source of food. However, overfishing, bycatch, and habitat degradation due … Intensive ocean use leaves its mark. One major issue is pollution caused by land-based sources. Large quantities of nutrients, pollutants and plastics enter the … human demands with marine protection. … For centuries, the oceans have been an essential source of food. However, overfishing, bycatch, and habitat degradation due …

… Protecting the seas and oceans: how can it be done? View of the wide open sea Source: FG II 2.3 / UBA The German Environment Agency is committed to … of the seas and coasts also has a negative impact on their productivity and other functions that are important for humanity. Intact marine and coastal ecosystems can … Activities on Litter in Groundwater, Rivers, Lakes, Transitional Waters and Soil Vorgehen bei der Untersuchung und Bergung der gefährlichen oder …

… Regulations (StVO), as have been suggested by Federal Transport Minister Scheuer, do not go far enough.” The guiding principle of traffic law must shift away from the … and airspace are typical examples of global environmental goods, also known as open-access resources. They can be used by everyone, virtually without limitations … and airspace are typical examples of global environmental goods, also known as open-access resources. They can be used by everyone, virtually without limitations …

… to raising the price of transport. It must also take into account measures that avoid transport activity, which promote a switch to more environmentally friendly … to raising the price of transport. It must also take into account measures that avoid transport activity, which promote a switch to more environmentally friendly …

… efficient supply of goods. last update on 13.06.2022 Mobility and accessibility are essential for participation, economic exchange, employment and prosperity in our … impact due to emissions of greenhouse gases, air pollutants and noise as well as land use and resource consumption. As transport performance has increased, energy … strategy in the field of transport covers the following four areas:  Traffic avoidance, Modal shift to greener modes of transport, e.g. railway or shipping …

… the largest natural and cultural space in Central Europe. The mountains shape the landscape and lifestyle of the population in eight different countries. In addition, … this goal, the eight Alpine countries (France, Italy, Slovenia, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, and Germany) and the European Union (EU) agreed in 1991 … - water resources in the Alps Publications Green Economy in the Alps Quo vadis soil protection in the Alps? Final report of the UFOPLAN project: Assessment of the …