… promote chemical weathering. Organic-compound conversion. Fixation and release of atmospheric nitrogen such as rhizobium bacteria. Breaking up of mineral substances; … in Germany, e.g. the annual national biodiversity day and four-day nationwide bird watching event. Other initiatives that help to raise public awareness of soil … effects (such as those attributable to major changes in the water table and soil atmosphere); and (b) the impact of nutrients and other substance flows. UBA efforts …

… year 2006 in 37 member states, as part of the pan-European activities of the Global Monitoring for Environment and Security (GMES) program. Like CLC2000, CLC2006 … year 2006 in 37 member states, as part of the pan-European activities of the Global Monitoring for Environment and Security (GMES) program. Like CLC2000, CLC2006 …

… in the soil engenders methane and nitrous oxide emissions, which in turn cause global warming. One of the sure signs of compacted soil is when rainwater no longer … in the soil engenders methane and nitrous oxide emissions, which in turn cause global warming. One of the sure signs of compacted soil is when rainwater no longer …

… factor of ever growing importance for companies that need to remain competitive on global markets. The growing importance of this competitive factor is already … factor of ever growing importance for companies that need to remain competitive on global markets. The growing importance of this competitive factor is already …

… the implementation of the three conventions at the national, regional, and global levels (e.g., by reducing administrative burdens and effectively using … the implementation of the three conventions at the national, regional, and global levels (e.g., by reducing administrative burdens and effectively using …

… Geoengineering-Governance Interventions in the complex structure of the atmosphere can have incalculable consequences. Source: Kobes / Fotolia.com A number … in recent years for potential interventions in the climate system to counteract global warming. What these so-called geoengineering measures all have in common is …

… substitution, avoidance, and natural carbon sinks to influence GHGs in the atmosphere are needed, including:  Substitution: Replacing GHG- or … such as biodiversity protection.  The RESCUE-study shows that limiting the rise in global temperatures to 1.5 °C and enabling a more equitable use of raw materials …

… on the climate system and ecosystems. Despite numerous political efforts, the global use of natural resources is still strongly linked to economic growth. In view … in order to further strengthen sustainable resource use in Germany, the EU, and globally. Contributing to a better understanding of sustainable levels of natural …