… of high temperatures on efficiency Rising temperatures and increasing absolute air humidity impact strongly on the health and efficiency of workers. The effects … temperature – thus remaining in a healthy state – by means of perspiration. High air humidity and any necessary work clothing can restrict the evaporation of sweat … is installed and is used to best advantage, that the premises are adequately aired in the early mornings, interior heat loads are reduced, working hours are …

… green spaces are important for health and well-being. Source: vm / E+ / GettyImages Air pollution, noise, climate change, chemicals – Environmental problems are a … The report contains information and data on health burden due to exposure to air pollution, noise, climate change, contaminated water, chemicals, indoor air and …

… The Fertilisers Ordinance is a critical means to guaranteeing better protection of air, soil and groundwater against excessive levels of nitrogen." Press release No. … (N 2 O) from overfertilised fields accelerate climate change. Four times more airborne reactive nitrogen compounds are entering the environment in Europe than …

… risks have increased. Picture gallery: KWRA methodology Projected change in average air temperature in Germany The graphic shows the projected change in average air temperature in Germany for the various climate scenarios (from the present to …

… time, the money raised from the auctions creates considerable financial leeway to fairly cushion the social consequences of decarbonisation." Energy: Emissions from … metals (15 per cent). Only emissions from refineries increased by 4 per cent. Air transport: Emissions from German-administered aircraft operators were about 7.2 …

… more frequently live on roads with higher traffic volumes and thus higher noise and air pollution levels - even though they often do not drive. Dirk Messner, President … These subsidies not only harm the environment and the climate, but are also unfair from a social point of view since households with high incomes benefit from them … more frequently live on roads with higher traffic volumes and thus higher noise and air pollution levels - even though they often do not drive. Dirk Messner, President …

… industry, on the other hand, remained virtually unchanged at minus 2 per cent.   Air transport: Emissions from German-administered aircraft operators were about 7.6 million metric tons of CO 2 -eq in 2023. This …

… to ecosystems and organisms. What is the scale of plastic litter in waters, soil, air and the seas and coasts of Germany? How and why does it get there in the first … It is also being discussed whether plastic particles are suspended in the air, in drinking water and other foods. The main reason for the global flood of … and measure them in the environment. They show their presence in the waters, soil, air and seas of Germany and what impact this has on ecosystems. They identify areas …

… intensity and duration. In addition, the body's ability to adapt can be impaired by pre-existing conditions (e.g. diabetes) and consumption of medications and … respiratory diseases such as hay fever and asthma. The associated physical impairments reduce the quality of life of those affected and lead to reduced performance. As a result of a climate change-induced increase in average air temperatures, the flowering period of certain plants (e.g. hazel, alder) and …

… HFCs, which are predominantly used as refrigerants in the refrigeration and air conditioning sector, need to be replaced by substances which have a low Global … to explore the deployment of such technologies in the fields of food cooling and air conditioning. Flyer about the workshop (PDF) … International Workshop on … HFCs, which are predominantly used as refrigerants in the refrigeration and air conditioning sector, need to be replaced by substances which have a low Global …

… New requirements for old heating units Especially in the winter time the air can be contaminated with fine dust from chimneys and stoves Source: Grzegorz … will help to curb hazardous levels of particulate matter. The thresholds valid for air are not complied with everywhere, and the more stringent guidelines issued by … release No. 39/2014 | 31.08.2014 Old wood-fired furnaces and fireplaces deteriorate air quality, particularly in their immediate surroundings. These units' emissions …