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  • Article from 03.11.2020 | Last changed: 23.04.2021

    Advancing REACH

    Erklärung des Begriffs REACH: Europäische Chemikalienverordnung zur Registrierung, Bewertung, Zulassung und Beschränkung chemischer Stoffe

    … of benefits, as multiple studies have already concentrated on the costs caused by the implementation of the REACH Regulation. The assessment framework and the … This study analyses the support of the so-called substitution, which is the use of less hazardous alternatives for substances of concern, by instruments of the …

  • Article from 26.10.2020 | Last changed: 09.11.2020

    National Integrated Assessment Modelling (NIAM)

    … to share experience on technical aspects of modelling, on the tools and data we use and exchange information about the analysis of national measures and policies. … Sources and effects of air pollution Source: Umweltbundesamt Associated content Publications The Gothenburg Protocol: A landmark for clean airand climate action …

  • Article from 22.10.2020 | Last changed: 22.10.2020

    Environmental risk assessment of antifouling products in Germany

    … for authorisation, an environmental risk assessment must be carried out. With two publications, the Federal Environment Agency provides important notes and … on 22.10.2020 Background Antifouling products containing biocides are usually used to protect boat hulls from growth with algae, mussels or barnacles. In the EU, …

  • Article from 03.11.2020 | Last changed: 04.11.2020

    What does the Corona crisis mean for environmental policy?

    the Coronavirus

    … new significance and appreciation as a means of mobility, and the distribution of public space between different uses is being discussed anew. The connection between the exploitation of nature and …

  • Article from 15.12.2021 | Last changed: 17.12.2021

    Accelerating global climate action by 2030

    … Member states of the G20 currently account for about 80 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions and are therefore of key importance for the achievement of the … Action Tracker Global Update 2019 Recording of international expert conference Publications Advancing multilateral cooperation on climate action Background Paper: …

  • Article from 19.07.2021 | Last changed: 09.09.2021

    Restriction proposal on PFASs: new survey

    questionnaire

    … July 2022. The restriction shall cover the manufacture, placing on the market and use of all PFASs in the EU. PFASs are poorly degradable in the environment and … authorities published brief summaries of already collected information on various uses of PFASs. In a new survey , affected stakeholders (associations and companies) …

  • Article from 18.02.2014 | Last changed: 16.07.2025

    The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP)

    Waving flags of Switzerland, Greece, Spain, Luxembourg, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Belgium and the European Union

    … farmers’ cost intensive subsidy entitlements. In keeping with the principle of using public funds for the common good, the European Commission’s current reform efforts … grassland to arable land. Ecological priority areas Farmers would be required to use five per cent at a minimum (possibly 7 per cent as from 2017) of their …

  • Article from 14.06.2021 | Last changed: 24.06.2021

    A model legislation for sustainable soil management in Africa

    … in the book “African Soil Protection Law” by Nomos Law Publishers, which is publicly available. For further information, please click here . The Pan African … in the book “African Soil Protection Law” by Nomos Law Publishers, which is publicly available. For further information, please click here . The Pan African …

  • Article from 04.09.2025 | Last changed: 04.09.2025

    Organic farming

    Close-up of an organically grown apple

    … are spread on the farm's own land and can be absorbed by the plants. Nutrient surpluses from the purchase of feed and the use of mineral fertilizers are largely … Series: Extended Producer Responsibility in international law Related publications Components for the Transformation into a Sustainable Food System …

  • Article from 09.06.2021 | Last changed: 09.06.2021

    EU Green Week 2021 Partner Event

    … on the need to finally include biocides in Directive 2009/128/EC on the Sustainable Use of Pesticides or similar legislation. Contributions from stakeholders showed the … the event below. Downloads Presentations Biocides & Directive on the Sustainable Use of Pesticides (Ingrid Nöh, German Environment Agency) Impact of biocides on … Badry, Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research & German Environment Agency) Use of anti-fouling paints in the Baltic Sea as sensitive area (Maria Lagerström, …