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  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2024

    WW-I-6: Low water

    The picture shows a river with a low water level. There are smallish stones and large rocks projecting from the water. The river banks are covered in high grass. There is a woodland adjacent to the river bank.

    … a sufficient discharge quantity and / or adequate availability of water are fundamental prerequisites. In the absence of adequate water levels – a variable … a sufficient discharge quantity and / or adequate availability of water are fundamental prerequisites. In the absence of adequate water levels – a variable … in general. However, in recent years this number has increased, especially around the rivers Weser and Elbe. In the summer half-year, the number of low-water days …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2024

    WW-I-4: Floodwater

    The picture shows a village – situated on the slope of a hill – inundated by floodwater. Some of the lower buildings and some lower floors of houses have been flooded.

    … days or even weeks and frequently also by thaw combined with rainfall, because under these circumstances discharge of great volumes of water may set in within a … days or even weeks and frequently also by thaw combined with rainfall, because under these circumstances discharge of great volumes of water may set in within a …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2024

    GE-I-4: Ragweed pollen burden

    The picture shows a close-up of a ragweed plant in flower.

    … thousands of plants. This plant thrives in gardens, on uncultivated or fallow ground, in arable fields and cut-flower fields, in agricultural set-aside areas, on … thousands of plants. This plant thrives in gardens, on uncultivated or fallow ground, in arable fields and cut-flower fields, in agricultural set-aside areas, on …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    FW-R-2: Conservation of forest-genetic resources

    The picture shows a seed plantation in flower, as well as high trees. In the grassland between the trees, tyre tracks are visible.

    … condition is intra-species genetic variation. This is true, above all, for site-bound, long-lived organisms such as trees. Genetic variation results from processes of … of genetic diversity. This includes taking measures for the long-term storage – under controlled conditions – of seed material, pollen, plants or plant components … dual purposes: the production of genetically diverse seed materials and as the foundation required to strengthen and transform forests adapted to climate change. In …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    FW-R-1: Financial support for forest transformation

    The picture shows young beech tree trunks enveloped in individual tree guards for protection from frass. A dense coniferous forest is visible in the background.

    … The transformation of state, corporate and private forests is promoted by funding from EU, Federal and Länder sources, as well as from individual budgetary … government and the Länder have made available considerable amounts of additional funding in order to drive forest transformation forward and to facilitate the … states ministries responsible for forestry/ BImA (cost and performance accounting Bundesforst) Active forest transformation and reforestation are required Natural …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    HUE-3: Federal grants - Research projects Climate change impacts Adaptation

    The picture shows a printout illustrating various charts. A pie chart, a line chart and a bar chart are visible on a sheet of A4 paper. On top of the sheet is a stack of Euro notes and a 2-Euros coin. It is possible to make out a pile of additional coins on the edge of the picture.

    … measures or the construction of new power lines in response to the energy turnaround, and also with regard to public buildings or, last not least, the allocation of … base required for adaptation processes or measures and to pursue a methodical funding approach to relevant research activities. Many Federal funding activities for research into climate change and adaptation are bundled under …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    FW-I-8: Forest fire hazards and forest fires

    The picture shows an extensive forest fire. Greyish-white smoke is rising from the seat of the fire. A burnt forest area is visible in the background.

    … the 1990s, forest fire prevention and fire fighting in the eastern Federal Länder underwent reorganisation which led to the creation of advanced and well-functioning … and extinction problems – owing to world war munitions that were still in the ground – thus spreading rapidly to engulf 300 ha. Several villages had to be evacuated. … the 1990s, forest fire prevention and fire fighting in the eastern Federal Länder underwent reorganisation which led to the creation of advanced and well-functioning …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    BS-R-4: Active emergency relief responders in civic protection

    The picture shows three emergency vehicles operated by the fire brigade and the THW emergency relief organisation: The vehicles are standing on a National Road, one of them is a fire-fighting group vehicle. A man wearing a high-visibility vest and a pair of THW livery trousers can be seen running along the middle gangway.

    … as civic protection in Germany is concerned, volunteers are our core strength: Around 1.7 million voluntary helpers get involved in various emergency relief organisations. Around 98 % of THW members are working on a voluntary basis. Around 94 % of active members of fire brigades in Germany are organised in volunteer …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 12.12.2024

    FW-I-5: Damaged timber – extent of random use

    The picture shows a dense spruce forest. Several trees are dead, and in the foreground there is deadwood lying on the forest floor.

    … extra cost factors in terms of timely planting and conservation operations on ground where normally natural forest regeneration might have been a cost-effective, … % which is more than double. The record value reached in 2020 amounting to just under 75 %, exceeded the value of 66.4 % after hurricanes Vivian and Wiebke in the … extra cost factors in terms of timely planting and conservation operations on ground where normally natural forest regeneration might have been a cost-effective, …

  • Newsletter from 01.10.2021 | Last changed: 01.10.2021

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 5/2021

    … study. It shows: Germany is capable of reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by around 70 percent by 2030 compared to 1990. We must, however, act immediately and … of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea Algal blooms, water turbidity, overfishing, underwater noise or rubbish have a negative impact on the condition of the North Sea … to new developments in the packaging sector. read more (in German) UBA News Bundespreis UMWELT & BAUEN 2021 – Progressive building and refurbishment for more …