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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

    … evaluation, authorisation and restriction of chemicals Source: Umweltbundesamt The following reports are the result of the project “Advancing REACH”, which is … drive SEAC conclusions as well as those that are rarely taken into account. Additionally, the work package highlights potential systemic/structural deficits of SEAs and … The procedures of dossier evaluations and follow-up measures were analysed on the basis of available dossiers as well as expert interviews in order to conclude on …

  • Article from 26.10.2020 | Last changed: 09.11.2020

    National Integrated Assessment Modelling (NIAM)

    … Modelling (NIAM) last update on 26.10.2020 NIAM is a network affiliated to the UNECE Air Convention that aims at bringing together integrated assessment modellers from different countries investigating strategies to reduce air pollution and its impacts. We want to share experience on technical aspects of modelling, on the

  • Article from 22.10.2020 | Last changed: 22.10.2020

    Environmental risk assessment of antifouling products in Germany

    … antifouling products are subject to authorisation in Germany. In order to meet the requirements for authorisation, an environmental risk assessment must be carried … update 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 … risks to the environment. In addition to ecotoxicity and environmental fate, the basis for this risk assessment is also the expected environmental exposure, which is …

  • Article from 04.03.2024 | Last changed: 04.03.2024

    Pollutant emissions into surface waters

    Picture from river in Germany

    … Surface water quality was considerably improved in recent decades in Germany. Nevertheless, hazardous substances are still emitted into surface waters. Reducing … for policy makers Information on substance emissions into surface waters is basically needed for planning measures, e.g. for implementing the EU Water Framework … Diffuse pathways are: groundwater discharge, surface run off (alluviation), soil loss due to water erosion and sediment transport into surface waters, tile …

  • Article from 03.11.2020 | Last changed: 04.11.2020

    What does the Corona crisis mean for environmental policy?

    the Coronavirus

    What does the Corona crisis mean for environmental policy? The spread of the corona virus also poses new challenges for environmental policy. Source: Radoslav Zilinsky / Getty Images The … a current diagnosis of the current situation, the papers are intended to provide a basis for further discussion on the consequences of the corona crisis for the

  • Article from 15.12.2021 | Last changed: 17.12.2021

    Accelerating global climate action by 2030

    … Accelerating global climate action by 2030 A research project for the German Environment Agency investigates options for multilateral initiatives of … increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. However, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and climate protection measures are not … current literature that can contribute to closing the ambition gap. It serves as a basis for identifying key policy fields and promising initiatives for …

  • Article from 19.07.2021 | Last changed: 09.09.2021

    Restriction proposal on PFASs: new survey

    questionnaire

    … proposal on PFASs: new survey Questionnaire Source: Tomasz Papuga / fotolia.com All stakeholders are invited to complete the questionnaire before October 17 2021. last update on 19.07.2021 On 15 July 2021, …

  • Article from 01.07.2021 | Last changed: 06.07.2021

    Webinar “Soil Governance: Southeast Asia in Focus”

    Webinar auf Bildschirm zu sehen

    Webinar “Soil Governance: Southeast Asia in Focus” Webinar “Soil Governance: Southeast Asia in Focus” Source: … intended to raise awareness on the importance of sustainable soil management and its governance in the region. last update on 01.07.2021 The webinar has been …

  • 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

    The Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) Human exposure to pollutants was investigated … is slated for formal enactment into EU law by the European Parliament in the fall of 2013. The CAP contains the following two environmental protection … which exceed the minimum statutory requirements, make a major contribution to soil and waterbody protection, biodiversity conservation, climate protection, and …

  • Article from 14.06.2021 | Last changed: 24.06.2021

    A model legislation for sustainable soil management in Africa

    A model legislation for sustainable soil management in Africa The project “mapping out options for a model legislation for sustainable soil … Goals in Africa. The initial project results were presented at the meeting of theAlliance on the sustainable development goals” of the Pan African Parliament in …

  • Article from 04.09.2025 | Last changed: 04.09.2025

    Organic farming

    Close-up of an organically grown apple

    … Mikel Wohlschlegel / Fotolia Organic products are not only tasty and healthy, but their cultivation also helps the environment. Organic farming is particularly … cultivation of nitrogen-fixing protein crops (legumes) promote humus formation and soil fertility, with positive effects on soil parameters such as aggregate stability … and reliability of subsidy policy. Organization and legal regulations The legal basis for organic farming is “Council Regulation (EC) No. 834/2007 of June 28, 2007, …

  • Article from 06.06.2014 | Last changed: 16.01.2024

    Toward ecofriendly farming

    Hilly terrain with fields and forests

    … policies are needed. last update on 06.06.2014 Introduction Thanks to its fertile soil, moderate temperatures, and adequate rainfall, Germany is a very good place for farming. As a result, German food and animal … harmful from a number of standpoints, it also helps to preserve agro-ecosystems. The land that we cultivate and develop constitutes one of the main features of rural …