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  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 28.01.2016

    Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM)

    … Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM) Even though there is no Antarctic government, Antarctica does have its own administrative organisation. The Antarctic Treaty laid down that the Consultative Parties must convene at regular intervals for the purpose of …

  • Article from 19.05.2016 | Last changed: 19.05.2016

    Protected Areas under the CAMLR-Convention

    … Protected Areas under the CAMLR-Convention The world's oceans are increasingly under threat from overfishing, pollution and … (ASMAs) at the ATCM. These areas could include coastal zones or marine regions. … Protected Areas under the CAMLR-Convention …

  • Article from 24.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    International activities in and around the Antarctic

    … International activities in and around the Antarctic Despite its remote location, it can become almost busy in the Antarctic in some places and at certain times: research, tourism and logistics …

  • Article from 19.05.2016 | Last changed: 19.05.2016

    Convention for the Conservation of Antarctic Seals

    Antarctic seals like this sea leopard are protected by a convention.

    … Convention for the Conservation of Antarctic Seals Antarctic seals like this sea … convention. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA When Captain Cook discovered South Georgia in the late 18th century he reported of innumerable fur seals on its shores and thus … to the brink of extinction. Since 1972 animals have been protected under the Convention for the Conservation of Antarctic Seals (CCAS). last update on 19.05.2016 …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Act Implementing the Protocol on Environmental Protection (AIEP)

    … Act Implementing the Protocol on Environmental Protection (AIEP) Germany – as well as the other parties to the Treaty - implemented the Protocol on Environmental … the law are punishable as offences liable to a fine or sentence of imprisonment. … Act Implementing the Protocol on Environmental Protection (AIEP) …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty

    The Antarctic is protected by stringent environmental protection regulations.

    … Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty The Antarctic is … years after the Environment Protocol entered into force in 1998. Associated content Documents Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty (56.14 kB) …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 27.01.2016

    Antarctic Treaty

    … Antarctic Treaty The protection of the Antarctic is founded on the Antarctic Treaty, which manifests the intention to … use the area south of 60° South latitude for peaceful purposes. Associated content Documents Antarctic Treaty (48.37 kB) Related contents Antragsformulare in der …

  • Article from 24.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Antarctic Treaty System

    … Antarctic Treaty System From time to time one hears the question to whom the Antarctic actually belongs to. The answer is simple: since … to the Treaty – for example through compilation, storage and publication of ATCM documents – as well as the meetings of the Committee for Environmental Protection …

  • Article from 23.03.2016 | Last changed: 23.03.2016

    Individual tourism in Antarctica

    A little aircraft

    … Individual tourism in Antarctica A sturdy Twin Otter makes flying the interior of Antarctica possible. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Travellers to … is a good idea to be informed about how to behave when on location. The following documents are available for this purpose: Leaflet "How to Behave? Visitor Guidelines … II-76 waits for passengers. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Associated content Links IAATO Briefing Film - Cruise Visitors IAATO Briefing Film - Going Ashore Visitors IAATO …

  • Article from 23.01.2014 | Last changed: 10.03.2021

    Resource conservation in the manufacturing and consumption domain

    Smoking chimneys of an industrial plant

    … Resource conservation in the manufacturing and consumption domain Manufacturers … as well as product use – which, however is inextricably bound up with other resources as well. For product use can have an environmental impact on air, … of German companies, create new jobs and ensure sustainable employment. … Resource conservation in the manufacturing and consumption domain …

  • Article from 23.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Travellers to the Antarctic

    Visitors to the Antarctic must comply with certain rules to avoid causing harm to the environment.

    … Travellers to the Antarctic Visitors to the Antarctic must comply with certain rules to avoid causing harm to the … and to apply for your permit with us. last update on 23.07.2013 Information for travellers to the Antarctic If you are planning to take a tourist cruise to the …

  • Article from 11.03.2016 | Last changed: 11.03.2016

    Tourists in Antarctica

    Tourists on the mountain

    … Tourists in Antarctica Since the beginning of Antarctic tourism, tourist numbers have risen steeply. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Scientists formed the majority of visitors to Antarctica prior to 1950. Today tourism is a significant aspect of human activities on the continent. Tens of thousands of people now travel to the icy region every year, …