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  • Article from 23.11.2022 | Last changed: 07.02.2023

    Non-biocidal alternatives as substitution options for rodenticide

    … alternatives as substitution options for rodenticide Rodenticides should only be used as a last resort. Their substitution with non-biocidal alternatives is, amongst … control of smaller infestations. Further one-to-one substitutes are rodent traps using other mechanisms. However, no guidance is yet available to test their efficacy …

  • Article from 23.11.2022 | Last changed: 07.02.2023

    Non-biocidal substitution options for curative wood preservatives

    … options for curative wood preservatives Wood preservatives should only be used as a last resort. Their substitution with non-biocidal alternatives is, amongst … “Thermal Processes to Control Ligniperdous Insects” (DE-UZ 57a) includes techniques using heat to control insects. The basic award criteria needing to be fulfilled to …

  • Article from 23.11.2022 | Last changed: 07.02.2023

    Projects

    … & publication ) Stakeholder involvement and networking: Study on procurement and use of biocides and alternatives in German municipalities (only German, but … measures against harmful organisms for non-specialists (only German) Anti-fouling use in water sports (only German) Map on fouling pressure in German waterbodies and … for antifouling systems for boats (only German) Best practices for the use of anticoagulant rodenticides Best practices for the control of oak …

  • Article from 21.08.2022 | Last changed: 16.08.2023

    Reference Values for Assessing Micropollutants in Water Bodies

    … risk of micropollutants in water bodies. Threshold or guideline values can be used as a reference value. Reference values for surface water, drinking water and … regarded as a relevant micropollutant. For this approach, a risk assessment can be useful, i.e., the German Centre for Micropollutants compares the concentration of …

  • Article from 16.05.2024 | Last changed: 16.05.2024

    Sustainable Control of Harmful Organisms in the 21st Century

    Icons describing alternatives for biocides and networking with stakeholders.

    … measures against pests to alternative non-biocidal control measures or an optimised use of biocides. With the initiative “Sustainable Control of Harmful Organisms in … alternatives and their application as well as research for a sustainable use of biocides. a hub for national and international stakeholders wanting to … measures against pests to alternative non-biocidal control measures or an optimised use of biocides. With the initiative “Sustainable Control of Harmful Organisms in …

  • Article from 20.09.2022 | Last changed: 25.08.2023

    The German Centre for Micropollutants: About us

    … of drinking water. Many of these chemicals enter our waters via wastewater from households (pharmaceuticals, household chemicals and personal care products), from industrial plants or from … in the first place. This is why it is important to minimise, replace or avoid the use of substances with problematic properties as early as the production and use of …

  • Article from 29.08.2022 | Last changed: 02.02.2023

    Assessing and regulating of chemical mixtures under REACH

    zwei Reagenzgläser mit verschiedenen Flüssigkeiten

    … or articles (e.g. car tyres). During their life cycle (i.e. during manufacture, use, or disposal), they can enter the environment via different pathways where other … assessment in the REACH context Figure 3: A) One substance from several sources, uses, e.g. products from different manufacturers (aggregated exposure); B) One …

  • Article from 19.08.2022 | Last changed: 16.11.2022

    Digital Sustainability

    Globe from above at night with illuminated areas with connections drawn between them

    … but they also drive consumption. Research at the German Environment Agency (UBA) focuses on topics such as the effects of digital marketing strategies on consumer … , digital economics, the potential of digitalisation for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the energy sector and the orientation towards the common good … not a straightforward one, for it is rather dynamic and complex. This is why it is useful to analyse its opportunities and limitations and to assess relevant …

  • Article from 18.11.2025 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    Permitting research projects on marine geoengineering

    … Federal Climate Protection Act, Germany has committed itself to achieving greenhouse gas neutrality by 2045 and negative emissions after 2050. This goal requires not only a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, but also processes for the permanent removal and storage of … oceanic crust, and artificial upwelling; Creating a clearer legal framework for the use of dispersants in cases of ship accidents. The UBA as an enforcement authority …

  • Article from 28.11.2024 | Last changed: 28.11.2024

    Commercial Refrigeration

    refrigeration unit

    … unit Source: Adobe Stock / Grispb Commercial refrigeration systems are used to keep goods fresh and deep-frozen, especially foodstuffs, but also flowers … funding for energy-efficient stationary refrigeration and air conditioning systems using natural refrigerants. Climate-friendly cooling Commercial refrigeration covers …

  • Article from 25.03.2024 | Last changed: 10.10.2025

    TFA as degradation product of fluorinated greenhouse gases

    A hand holding a glas of water

    TFA as degradation product of fluorinated greenhouse gases TFA formed as a degradation product of fluorinated greenhouse gases can be Source: bigfoot / Fotolia.com Fluorinated gases in the atmosphere …

  • Article from 15.05.2024 | Last changed: 08.11.2024

    The Global Stocktake under the Paris Agreement

    H.E. Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, COP28 President and other participants onstage during the Closing Plenary at the UN Climate Change Conference COP28 at Expo City Dubai on December 13, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

    … phase, information is collected and processed. This includes the status of greenhouse gas emissions, mitigation actions undertaken by Parties, the overall impact of … ensure equitable and ambitious climate action. For such action, it is important to use all available capabilities and opportunities for climate action and to increase … collective progress in overall emission reductions, sectors and specific greenhouse gases. A performance distribution is a histogram that groups countries based on …