“Environmental Data Germany 2002” is published jointly by the Federal Environmental Agency and the Federal Statistical Office. Decisions are made each day which have a direct or indirect influence on the environment. “Environmental Data Germany 2002” is intended to be a compact reference booklet for the environmental community and members of the public with a general interest in environmental issues. 150,000 copies were distributed of the previous edition of “Environmental Data Germany”, confirming the usefulness of environmental information for the public.