… International research in Antarctica Ice samples taken from the Antarctic polar ice provide researchers with valuable information. Source: M. Müller/UBA Signature of the Antarctic Treaty commits the signatory states to engage in international cooperation in scientific research. …

… Protection and management of areas under PEPAT The former British base Port Lockroy is a protected historic site. Source: Fritz … Managed Area ensures environmentally just use of such areas in which diverse human activities could potentially conflict or exert cumulative environmental … in this protection category have historic value and may be neither damaged, removed nor destroyed. Historic Sites and Monuments may be located within an ASPA or …

… 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 …

… Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty The Antarctic is protected by stringent environmental protection regulations. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA The Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty, also named the Madrid …

… Individual tourism in Antarctica A sturdy Twin Otter makes flying the interior of Antarctica possible. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Travellers to … onshore tourism in particular – adventure and sport activities or a flight to the South Pole. last update on 23.03.2016 Journeys to Antarctica become more popular … can not only lead to great damage to the environment, it can actually endanger human lives. A few activities undertaken by individual tourists, for example …

… 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 …

… 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 …