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  • Article from 04.02.2020 | Last changed: 30.08.2023

    Bio-based and biodegradable plastics

    an einer Eisenstange über einem gepflasterten Platz oder Fußweg hängen durchsichtige Plastiktüten mit Äpfeln

    … biowaste collection. The cities and districts have the option of restricting the list of materials permitted under the German Biowaste Ordinance in their waste … biowaste collection. The cities and districts have the option of restricting the list of materials permitted under the German Biowaste Ordinance in their waste …

  • Article from 18.08.2025 | Last changed: 20.10.2025

    ChemSelect – assessing the sustainability of chemicals

    different colors in a circle as graphic logo

    … UBA ChemSelect is an online tool for assessing and comparing the sustainability of substances and mixtures. ChemSelect is primarily aimed at users of chemicals: … main criteria, most of which are divided into several sub-criteria: Mention on lists of problematic substances Physical-chemical properties Human toxicity …

  • Article from 30.06.2025 | Last changed: 21.07.2025

    Stabilizing our Landscape Water Balance

    Poor harvests due to heat and drought

    … ANK programs (e.g. KlimaWildnis, climate-adapted forest management). A complete list of the ANK funding programs can be found at: … ANK programs (e.g. KlimaWildnis, climate-adapted forest management). A complete list of the ANK funding programs can be found at: …

  • Article from 25.02.2014 | Last changed: 14.11.2025

    Learning about and experiencing soil

    Anthill in forest

    … soil stewardship. The brochure also contains a glossary, as well as an extensive list of additional sources of information. Publication of the brochure was supported … soil stewardship. The brochure also contains a glossary, as well as an extensive list of additional sources of information. Publication of the brochure was supported …

  • Article from 19.02.2014 | Last changed: 28.04.2023

    Soil development

    Rock and soil

    … which is the material from which soil develops. Likewise necessary are organic substances, water, air and microorganisms. last update on 19.02.2014 A lengthy … particles of varying sizes; for it is above all a mixture of decomposed organic substances, humus and mineral elements that are subjected to water and air, as well …

  • Article from 19.02.2014 | Last changed: 17.11.2025

    Soil functions

    A mole on the surface.

    … do the heavy lifting for all breakdown processes. The breakdown of dead organic substances such as leaves and mulch makes nutrients available to plant roots. The … and rooting around, and mix mineral soil particles of varying sizes with organic substances, thus creating air and water transport channels. Soil fauna ensure the …

  • Article from 21.02.2025 | Last changed: 05.03.2025

    ALISE: Aligned Study for Environmental Health

    Logo der Studie.

    … This allows conclusions to be drawn concerning the overall exposure to such substances in the human body. Aim of the PARC aligned studies The studies in several … current exposure of the European population and, as a result, a set of prioritised substances. In total, data from over 10,000 people from various EU countries will be … This allows conclusions to be drawn concerning the overall exposure to such substances in the human body. … The studies in several European countries are …

  • Article from 19.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Concepts and mitigation strategies

    Photo of an arm with a doctor's coat and gloves holding a globe.

    … technology by introducing a quaternary treatment to remove anthropogenic trace substances is an important component. Development and production In line with the … input of the respective substances. Pharmaceuticals are not yet included on these lists. However, this is expected to change with the next revision of the Directive …

  • Article from 18.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Environmental aspects of the authorisation of human medicinal pro

    Das Foto zeigt mehrere Erlenmeyerkolben mit grünlichem Inhalt, die in einer hellerleuchteten Laborumgebung auf einem Tisch aufgereiht sind.

    … the import, export, and circulation of medicinal products. Laws and regulations are listed here: Legal basis for the environmental assessment of pharmaceuticals (in … guideline: specifies which medicinal products require an ERA. For example, herbal substances, vitamins, and amino acids are exempt. describes the testing strategy and …

  • Article from 18.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Environmental effects of pharmaceutical substances

    Photo of a hand wearing a plastic glove taking a water sample in a glass container from a body of water.

    Environmental effects of pharmaceutical substances Taking a water sample Source: … precautionary action should be taken to reduce the release of pharmaceutical substances into the environment, especially as there is still no knowledge of the …

  • Article from 17.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Entry and occurrence of human pharmaceuticals in the environment

    Pharmaceutical substances have been detected in the environment in at least 89 countries around the world.

    … Entry and occurrence of human pharmaceuticals in the environment Pharmaceutical substances have been reported in the environment in at least 89 countries around the … Corr Sewage Treatment Plant Municipal wastewater directive adopted Review of the lists of pollutants affecting surface waters and gr Related contents Umweltwirkungen …

  • Article from 14.02.2025 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Informational materials on pharmaceuticals and the environment

    Collage with cover images of various information materials on pharmaceuticals and the environment, including flyers, posters, postcards and birthday calendar

    … Then Wash! When using medicated creams and gels, the amount of pharmaceutical substances entering wastewater can be reduced by first wiping hands with a paper … (in German) … When using medicated creams and gels, the amount of pharmaceutical substances entering wastewater can be reduced by first wiping hands with a paper …