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  • Article from 12.05.2014 | Last changed: 28.04.2023

    Tradable land planning permits

    Tradable land planning permits

    … Tradable land planning permits Tradable land planning permits Source: Lydia Roy UBA / 2014 The purpose of tradable land planning permits is to control the use of … outside of existing built-up areas for new settlement and transport projects. The UBA is currently conducting a countrywide pilot project with selected … and related sale and purchase of certificates  for the next 15 years will be mapped out on a timeline. To this end, computer-aided sessions will be held that …

  • Article from 02.08.2023 | Last changed: 23.10.2025

    Guarantees of origin for renewable energy sources

    … – HkRNGebV ). When registering for HKNR, bear in mind that in most cases a post office PostIdent procedure needs to be carried out for identification. Therefore, it … of Guarantees of Origin (HKNR) which is established at the Umweltbundesamt (UBA). For further information contact the HKNR office. Recognition of foreign … are internationally tradable. The Umweltbundesamt (German Environment Agency – UBA) must ensure the reliability, truthfulness and accuracy of GOs and systems for …

  • Article from 27.05.2016 | Last changed: 13.09.2016

    Innovative production processes

    … help to solve many global environmental problems. The German Environment Agency (UBA) is exploring how each technique can be put to specific use, which all depends … help to solve many global environmental problems. The German Environment Agency (UBA) is exploring how each technique can be put to specific use, which all depends …

  • Article from 19.05.2016 | Last changed: 19.05.2016

    International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators

    Penguins are one of the reasons to travel to Antarctica.

    … Penguins are one of the reasons to travel to Antarctica. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) is an … hope to see penguins breeding or raising their young. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Associated content Links International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    International research in Antarctica

    Ice samples taken from the Antarctic polar ice provide researchers with valuable information.

    … polar ice provide researchers with valuable information. Source: M. Müller/UBA Signature of the Antarctic Treaty commits the signatory states to engage in … takes measurem. of the earth's magnetic and gravitation fields Source: M. Müller/UBA This research observatory records the different sounds beneath the water surface. Source: M. Müller/UBA Next Previous Consultative Parties' national Antarctic programmes Africa …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Parties' reporting obligations

    … to submit an annual report to the other Contracting Parties through the Foreign Office. This report contains information about activities in Antarctica which … to submit an annual report to the other Contracting Parties through the Foreign Office. This report contains information about activities in Antarctica which …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP)

    … of Intersessional Contact Groups (ICG). German Environment Agency's role in CEP UBA is the national contact point for the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP Contact Point). UBA plays an active role within the Committee, one of whose duties includes chairing … Antarctic or the ICG on the introduction of non-native species to the Antarctic. UBA introduces its proposals in the form of information and working papers which …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Protection and management of areas under PEPAT

    The former British base Port Lockroy is a protected historic site.

    … former British base Port Lockroy is a protected historic site. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA What do a colony of emperor penguins, the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station, and …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Protected Areas in Antarctica

    Areas of special importance for Antarctica can be designated as Specially Protected Areas.

    … for Antarctica can be designated as Specially Protected Areas. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA The Antarctic Treaty System provides special protection for the Antarctic … of breeding and rearing their young are not disturbed. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Associated content Links Convention on Biological Diversity Strategic Plan for …

  • Article from 24.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    International activities in and around the Antarctic

    … Tour Operators (IAATO) aim to preserve the unique ecosystem of the Antarctic. The UBA is heavily involved in this international work. Its staff attends the ATCMs and … or participates in inspections and various observer missions in the Antarctic. UBA commissions environmental research and is involved in the CEP's Intersessional … to promote exchange of experience between the Parties to the Treaty. Furthermore, UBA acts as general coordinator of the reports on German activities in the Antarctic …

  • 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.

    … seals like this sea leopard are protected by a convention. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA When Captain Cook discovered South Georgia in the late 18th century he reported …