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  • Press release 42/2022 from 29.09.2022 | Last changed: 04.10.2022

    Pandemic triggered slight decline in 2020 packaging consumption

    Separated packaging in the household, collected in boxes. Glass, cardboard, plastic, etc.

    … in the German Packaging Act. The latter are the minimum quotas that the dual systems must achieve for the packaging subject to mandatory participation in the system. The latter is packaging filled with goods and outer packaging that typically …

  • Press release 42/2019 from 06.11.2019 | Last changed: 26.11.2019

    UBA presents concept for environmentally acceptable aviation

    passenger plane

    … at present. A further proposal is to reform distance classes and to establish a system more in line with the "user pays" principle. If air fare tax were graduated … emissions at cruising altitude must also be included in the emissions trading system. Direct CO2 emissions of aircraft can be reduced to zero with Power-to-Liquid … and climate." Low-polluting aviation considers both climate change mitigation and systematic noise mitigation in particular. UBA proposes a combination of …

  • Press release 05/2012 from 31.01.2012 | Last changed: 17.07.2013

    Future made in Germany: Germany's growth is becoming increasingly sustainable

    … Minister Norbert Röttgen is convinced: "the transformation of our energy system will considerably accelerate this trend." Minister Röttgen stressed that the … where possible and using resources efficiently. The transformation of our energy system is the most important strategic guide on this path. It strengthens the …

  • 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

    … The washwater can transport pesticide residues from the farm into sewage systems, which then are not adequately degraded at wastewater treatment facilities. … permit will in future justifiably be required to install exhaust air cleaning systems. The UBA recommends introducing a similar requirement for cattle sheds. Soil …

  • Newsletter from 09.02.2022 | Last changed: 09.02.2022

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 1/2022

    … record revenues in Germany exceeding 12 billion euros The EU Emissions Trading System (EU-ETS) generated 5.3 billion euros for Germany through auctioning in 2021, … equipment. read more (in German) Economic viability of new rooftop photovoltaic systems at risk Without changes to legislation, the construction of new rooftop …

  • Newsletter from 18.10.2024 | Last changed: 18.10.2024

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 5/2024

    … refuses to approve certificates for eight UER projects The intensive and complex educational work of the German Environment Agency (UBA) in the area of Upstream … and quantify biogenic carbon removals Requirements for a transparent monitoring system Robust quantification of carbon dioxide removals (CDR) lies at the heart of … greenhouse gases came into force. It applies to refrigeration and air conditioning systems, heat pumps and electrical switchgear. It regulates operator obligations and …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    FW-I-6 + 7: Endangered spruce stands and spruce bark beetle

    … healthy, vigorous trees. FW-I-6: Endangered spruce stands Source: TI für Waldökosysteme (modelling with PHENIPS/ national forest inventory 2012) FW-I-7: Volume of … It is true to say, however, that spruce trees – owing to their mostly shallow root system – are vulnerable to storms and droughts. Hence, there were early indications … It is true to say, however, that spruce trees – owing to their mostly shallow root system – are vulnerable to storms and droughts. Hence, there were early indications …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 15.07.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Agriculture

    Field with farming tailer - a single spike in the foreground

    … respects. First, plant roots suffer from a lack of oxygen, which damages the root system. As a result, there is stunted growth, delayed ripening, yellowing, and … milk quantity and milk quality (fat and protein content), impairment of the immune system, metabolic disorders, lower fertility, and increased embryonic lethality. If … respects. First, plant roots suffer from a lack of oxygen, which damages the root system. As a result, there is stunted growth, delayed ripening, yellowing, and …

  • News from 04.09.2020 | Last changed: 11.03.2024

    Pesticides in Europe's waters – data assessment

    a man is taking a water sampling

    … of quantification of 180 pesticides included in WISE database (Water Information System for Europe) of the European Environment Agency (EEA) from 2007 to 2017. What …

  • News from 20.06.2017 | Last changed: 20.06.2017

    It is time to implement measures against obsolescence

    Alte Waschmaschinen

    … as well as to re-use centers. Last but not least EU Directive on the common system of value added tax allows for reduced VAT rates for certain repair services. …

  • Press release 028/09 from 28.05.2009 | Last changed: 03.07.2013

    Quick response in case of chemical accident

    … information. GSBL has also served in danger prevention with its quick information system on hazardous substances (GSA), for example in cases of natural disasters, …