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  • Publication from 11.06.2020

    UMID 02/2019

    Das Cover der Publikation.

    … Gesundheit von Kindern und Jugendlichen, GerES V 2014–2017: Erste Ergebnisse des Human-Biomonitori (426.31 kB) Kochen für die Wissenschaft – Die MEAL-Studie des …

  • Publication from 13.12.2018

    UMID 02/2018

    Das Cover der Publikation

    … abonnieren File size 25.36 MB Print version not available Tags health environment human climate adaptation risk communication … UMID 02/2018 …

  • 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

    … supply chains UBA study outlines how to implement corporate environmental and human rights due diligence obligations Much of the environmental impact of German … Sculpies / Fotolia.com How can businesses ensure protection of the environment and human rights in their global supply chains? How can the state support them in this …

  • Press release 47/2021 from 30.11.2021 | Last changed: 03.12.2021

    Chemicals: better protection of environment and health

    Bauer brings out pesticides in his field

    … on 30.11.2021, UBA identified six key aspects of chemicals management that protects human health and the environment. These include giving preference to the use of … level of exposure to harmful chemicals in Germany, too: according to UBA’s Human Biomonitoring, one in five children have concentrations of perfluorooctanoic acid in …

  • News from 16.07.2015 | Last changed: 23.07.2015

    New proposals to promote environmentally sound use of biocides

    Man in overalls and yellow hard hat applying a mint green coat to a building façade

    … sound use of biocides Biocides, also used in façade coatings, can harm humans and the environment if used improperly Source: Kadmy / Fotolia.com Biocidal products must be used wisely to avoid harming humans and the environment. UBA has compiled a set of measures how to achieve that …

  • Press release 38/2020 from 08.09.2020 | Last changed: 16.09.2020

    Infrasound at or under perception threshold does not cause acute physical reactions

    laufender Ventilator

    … immissions at or below the perception threshold and acute reactions on the human body. However, the test persons classified the infrasound sounds as "somewhat" … immissions at or below the perception threshold and acute reactions on the human body. However, the test persons classified the infrasound sounds as "somewhat" …

  • News from 29.07.2025 | Last changed: 29.07.2025

    German Environmental Survey celebrates 40th anniversary

    a colorful picture with many different faces

    … How are environmental pollutants studied? Environmental pollutants can enter the human body through many pathways: via the skin, through breathing, or in the food we … be measured in body fluids such as urine or blood. This method is known as human biomonitoring. In addition to human biomonitoring, GerES also collects and analyses …

  • Press release 06/2021 from 15.03.2021 | Last changed: 07.04.2021

    Ground-level engine emissions are greatest source of ultrafine particle pollution at airports

    auf einem Flughafen landet ein Flugzeug

    … Source: Ralf Beier / Fotolia.com Airborne ultrafine particles can be harmful to human health. A study by the German Environment Agency (UBA) at Frankfurt Airport … ultrafine particles Luftbelastung … Airborne ultrafine particles can be harmful to human health. A study by the German Environment Agency (UBA) at Frankfurt Airport …

  • News from 08.09.2020 | Last changed: 14.09.2020

    Ambitious environmental protection benefits health and well-being

    people in a green space in the city

    … noise, climate change, chemicals – Environmental problems are a burden on human health. An intact environment can have a positive influence on health and … in Europe” describes how important the state of the environment in Europe is for human health and well-being. The report stresses that the COVID 19 pandemic has …

  • News from 27.07.2020 | Last changed: 28.07.2020

    Environmental & climate protection for crisis-proof value chains

    raw material mining

    … on the vulnerability of global value chains to crises and the legal regulation of human rights and environmental due diligence. The discussion focused on the need to better dovetail environmental protection and respect for human rights. 27.07.2020 Environmental degradation and climate change affect the …

  • Press release 07/2023 from 20.02.2023 | Last changed: 22.02.2023

    Tackling the housing shortage with ecological answers

    Baustelle mit Baukränen in der Innenstadt

    … how affordable housing can be built without harm to the environment and human health. The paper’s tenet is that meeting Germany’s housing needs while … how affordable housing can be built without harm to the environment and human health. The paper’s tenet is that meeting Germany’s housing needs while …