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  • Article from 27.03.2015 | Last changed: 27.07.2022

    Research project “Environmental justice in urban areas”

    Urban neighbourhoods need areas for sports, play, leisure and recreation

    … and recreation Source: Tempelhof Projekt GmbH www.thf-berlin.de The health burden caused by environmental problems is often especially high in socially disadvantaged … urban areas – Recommendations for action in municipal practice The health burden caused by environmental problems is often especially high in socially disadvantaged …

  • Article from 07.01.2020 | Last changed: 07.01.2020

    Legal provisions

    paragraphs

    … ... Product law / Waste law RoHS Directive and Ordinance on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment … ... Product law / Waste law RoHS Directive and Ordinance on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment …

  • Article from 04.01.2023 | Last changed: 22.08.2025

    Floods - how they form and how we influence them

    Flooded elbe river near Dessau

    … humans influence the likelihood of floods, their progression, and the damage they cause. Massive human intervention in the course of water bodies Massive human … runoff; also, the density of forested areas is crucial for water retention. Areas used for settlement and traffic have an effect on the development of floods, as they … ensembles) compared to a reference period. The calculations are performed using water balance models. Model implementation is continuously improved and is the …

  • Article from 22.08.2019 | Last changed: 24.09.2019

    Holi – Festival of colours and dust

    Menschen streuen verschiedne Farben aus

    … the several tons of coloured powders (holi colours, micro confetti, gulal powder) used at each festival are of particular interest. They consist to a great extent of … lens wearers and 67% knew that people with asthma or allergies should refrain from using holi colours altogether. Our recommendation Our recommendations are to follow …

  • Article from 11.04.2025 | Last changed: 11.04.2025

    Monitoring and assessment

    … and state governments regularly collect data on the North Sea and Baltic Sea using various monitoring methods. This helps to assess the marine environment and … innovative methods such as satellite imagery and modelling are increasingly being used for monitoring. last update on 11.04.2025 Monitoring the North Sea and Baltic …

  • Article from 31.03.2025 | Last changed: 10.04.2025

    Use and Impact

    Port view of Bremerhaven with container crane and container ship.

    Use and Impact Port view of Bremerhaven with container crane and container ship. … / UBA The seas and oceans, including the North Sea and Baltic Sea, are intensively used by humans. They provide food, energy, raw materials, transportation routes, and …

  • Article from 11.03.2025 | Last changed: 31.07.2025

    Protecting the seas and oceans: how can it be done?

    On the picure you see the sunset about the sea

    … and their habitats, especially near the coast, are significantly affected by human use . Many pollutants and too many nutrients from municipalities, industry and … whales, dolphins and fish in particular. In the past, our local seas were also used as a dumping site for old munitions , the toxic explosives and chemical warfare … ecosystem-based approach must be the basis of our actions, and the various uses must be assessed and regulated cumulatively, i.e. holistically. Protecting the …

  • Article from 12.12.2025 | Last changed: 12.12.2025

    Overview

    … the Federal Environment Agency provides public reference solutions. They can be used both for practical applications and for checking other programs that are … Luft. Current program versions: BESTAL 1.3.0 (26.11.2025) AUSTAL 3.3.0 (22.03.2024) User hotline (for technical questions or problems): See contact details on the right …

  • Article from 21.03.2022 | Last changed: 28.04.2023

    Transport law

    Wortwolke

    … additionally recommends the installation of particle filters in diesel locomotives. User Charges on Global Environmental Goods The world oceans and airspace are typical … of global environmental goods, also known as open-access resources. They can be used by everyone, virtually without limitations and free of charge. Global …

  • Article from 13.11.2024 | Last changed: 14.11.2025

    International soil governance

    … and to mitigate the effects of drought. The “Convention on Biological Diversity” focuses on the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. Biodiversity also includes biodiversity in terrestrial … to mitigation and adaptation measures, including sinks and reservoirs of greenhouse gases (GHG). Finally, as part of regional international law, the “ Soil …

  • Article from 31.08.2024 | Last changed: 02.09.2024

    Alpine Convention

    A clear-water lake, surrounded by high mountains

    … to the very existence of plants, animals and man. In recent times, modern forms of use including tourism, hydropower and transit traffic have caused serious changes to the natural and cultural environment of the Alpine region. … for the people who live in the Alps. The Sixth Report on the State of the Alps uses key indicators and examples of best practice to illustrate the current state of …

  • Article from 04.04.2024 | Last changed: 10.10.2025

    Statutes and regulations

    paragraphs

    … protection of the environment. Source: AllebaziB / Fotolia.com Fluorinated greenhouse gases and CFC are governed by international environmental treaties (Kyoto … in September 1987, signalling the global phase-out of the production and use of CFCs. The Protocol has been ratified by 197 parties on 16 September 2009, … of system without recharging, Pressure measurements with portable pressure gauges using hose lines and Schrader valves. This interpretation is based on a decision by …