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  • Press release 21/2020 from 28.05.2020 | Last changed: 02.06.2020

    Emissions trading: German installations generated 14 percent less CO2 emissions in 2019

    Kohlekraftwerk

    … driver was the significant increase in renewables' contribution to electricity production and also the fact that more power plant units were put on security … which remained almost unchanged year-on-year. This also roughly reflects the production development in the individual industries. The relative decline in …

  • Press release 19/2014 from 13.04.2014 | Last changed: 13.11.2024

    Ambitious policy for environmentally responsible world climate

    very dry soil

    … Thomas Holzmann said, “We know that there must be a transformation of energy and production systems worldwide. This study shows that it is in principle possible in … of biomass generated from waste and residual matter, which do not compete with food production. “In addition to the integration of renewable energy and the promotion of …

  • Press release 44/2025 from 18.12.2025 | Last changed: 12.01.2026

    UBA study: How to expand solar power in an environmentally responsible way

    Rows of photovoltaic modules mounted at an angle on a meadow in the open countryside.

    … agrivoltaics as efficient dual use  Agrivoltaic systems, which combine agricultural production with electricity generation, offer major potential for more efficient … freed up should be used for higher-value purposes, such as nature-friendly food production, targeted conservation measures, and the promotion of⁠ ecosystem services …

  • Press release 25/2020 from 22.06.2020 | Last changed: 06.02.2024

    ZERO WASTE

    Raul Walch. Laborant’s Pause, 2018. Inkjet-Print. Copyright: Raul Walch

    … consequences of plastic packaging, tire abrasion, toxic chemicals, and the overproduction of consumer goods. Zero Waste will be realized by the German Environment … obsolescence of high-tech electronic devices. Eliana Heredia works with disposable products and cleaning agents to produce a rather graphic installation. Tue Greenfort … toys and small plastic parts, and the consequences of microplastics in cosmetic products. Using virtual reality glasses, viewers of Bianca Kennedy's and The Swan …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 17.12.2024

    BAU-R-4: Density of extended natural hazard insurance for buildings

    The picture shows a village consisting of single- and multi-family houses in a valley. The river flowing through the village has burst its banks and its brown water has inundated the low-lying parts of the village. The usual river course can be recognised by means of tree lines. In addition, you can see a destroyed bridge which used to cross the river.

    … natural hazard insurance (eEV). This type of insurance has become an established product in the insurance market. However, by late 2021 only 49 % of residential … natural hazard insurance (eEV). This type of insurance has become an established product in the insurance market. However, by late 2021 only 49 % of residential …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 05.01.2026

    BO-R-1: Humus contents in soils of arable land and grassland soils

    The picture shows a hand forming a small mound of dark-brown, humus-rich soil.

    … of all dead vegetable and animal remains as well as their organic conversion products. It is an important storage medium for nutrients and water and facilitates … of all dead vegetable and animal remains as well as their organic conversion products. It is an important storage medium for nutrients and water and facilitates …

  • Newsletter from 25.04.2025 | Last changed: 25.04.2025

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 2/2025

    … as well as pharmacoepidemiology and global aspects of sustainable pharmacy, like production outside of Europe and health systems of sub-Sahara Africa. … Climate-neutral, sustainable, recyclable – companies like to advertise their products with these or similar environmental claims. However, not all claims are … is launching a campaign called #WareWunder in June 2025 to integrate sustainable products more strongly into consumers' everyday lives. The campaign will focus on …

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

    Adaptation: Field of Action Forestry

    Stack of wood logs

    … Adaptation: Field of Action Forestry Climate change is a threat to forestry production yields. Source: nena2112/photocase.com It is likely that the magnitude … or a stock (e.g. gypsy moth). In critical situations, the use of plant protection products (insecticides, fungicides) can often be the last resort to prevent stock … or a stock (e.g. gypsy moth). In critical situations, the use of plant protection products (insecticides, fungicides) can often be the last resort to prevent stock …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    TOU-I-2: Snow cover for winter tourism

    The picture shows a ski lift heading for a slope wooded predominantly with conifer trees. The slope is covered with a thin layer of snow. However, in the foreground especially, there are large areas of ground without any snow cover thus revealing grass and bare earth. A radiant sun is shining brightly from a cloudless sky.

    … a humidity below 80 % provide favourable conditions. Additives which facilitate the production of artificial snow even at higher temperatures are not certified for use … a humidity below 80 % provide favourable conditions. Additives which facilitate the production of artificial snow even at higher temperatures are not certified for use …

  • Newsletter from 05.02.2025 | Last changed: 10.02.2025

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 01/2025

    … choice of equipment can reduce the impact on the environment and make the use of products more effective. read more (In Geman) Improving the disposal of medicines … in supermarkets has many facets. It ranges from resource-conserving food production and environmentally friendly packaging to the avoidance of food waste. …

  • Cover from 30.05.2022

    River Restoration: Start

    Aerial view of the Fulda and a branch with low water flow. Grasses, shrubs and trees grow on the banks with diverse hydromorphological structures.

    … a wide variety of objectives, including land reclamation for settlements and food production, energy generation, drinking water supply, flood protection, discharge of … a wide variety of objectives, including land reclamation for settlements and food production, energy generation, drinking water supply, flood protection, discharge of …

  • KomPass: Area of action adaptation from 15.07.2022 | Last changed: 17.12.2025

    Adaptation: Field of Action Soils

    freshly ploughed field

    … relationship between humus-consuming (e.g. maize, sugar beet, potato) and humus-productive catch crops and subseeds (e.g. clover grass), a periodic use of … relationship between humus-consuming (e.g. maize, sugar beet, potato) and humus-productive catch crops and subseeds (e.g. clover grass), a periodic use of …