Current rainwater measurements commissioned by the German Environment Agency (UBA) show that TFA concentrations have risen sharply since the 1990s. read more
Trifluoroacetic acid from fluorinated refrigerants contaminates rainwater
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Expert information drinking water and swimming pool water - No.: 18/2021
Dear Reader,The website Distributing Drinking Water, Evaluation Criteria an Guidelineshas been updated as follows:• The Transposition of the Elastomer Guideline and the TPE Transitional Recommendation into the Evaluation Criteria Document for Plastics and other Organic Materials in Contact with Drinking Water (Transitional Regulation of Elastomer Guideline) has been updated and is now availab... read more
Strengthening environmental and climate protection in corporate reporting obligations
A recent study on behalf of the German Environment Agency (UBA) shows that even though German companies increasingly report on climate, water, resources and waste, significant gaps remain. Only about 20 percent disclose information on air pollution and biodiversity. Apparently, the identified gaps in corporate reporting are often due to insufficient legal provisions. read more
Fluorinated refrigerants in the EU: additional CO₂ savings potential of 100 million tonnes
A new publication by the German Environment Agency (UBA) proposes an even stronger regulation of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) to protect the climate. HFCs are used as refrigerants in cooling and refrigerant systems which may escape to the environment during filling, operation and disposal. Ammonia, water and hydrocarbons are available as climate-friendly alternatives. read more
Expert information drinking water and swimming pool water - No.: 17/2021
Dear Reader,The website Distributing Drinking Water, Evaluation Criteria an Guidelineshas been updated as follows:•The transitional regulation KTW-BWGL has been updated and is now available in its 2nd amendment. Document adaption was necessary due to entry into force of the KTW-BWGL as of 21 March 2021. Your department for Drinking Water and Swimming Pool Water Hygiene at UBA. read more
Germans consider environmental protection and climate action highly relevant – despite coronavirus pandemic
The survey results indicate broad support among the population for socioecological transition. For instance, a clear majority of around 80 percent is in favour of Germany taking on a leadership role on the international stage when it comes to climate action. For about 60 percent of those surveyed, environmental protection and climate action should play a greater role in agricultural policy, and ab... read more
Underwater noise affects penguins just like whales and dolphins
The world's oceans are becoming increasingly burdened by man-made noise. This noise can disturb or even harm marine animals. An international research project entitled "Hearing in penguins", which is funded by the German Environment Agency (UBA), shows that penguins, just like whales and seals, also hear and react to noise in the sea. read more
Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 2/2021
Dear ReaderWhat is the state of the environment in Germany and where is there an urgent need for action? Read our 2020 summary in this edition of the newsletter. You will also find our recommendations on a number of areas of work in progress regarding environmental protection. These include how rivers can be restored to good condition, green start-ups can be better promoted, farm animals can be ke... read more
