… Heckmann are supporting the UBA as part of a research project with the design, development, maintenance and external communication of the “So geht’s mit … 14:00 - 13:00 International online conference ‚Green Cooling Summit 2025‘ Sustainable cooling and heating of buildings is becoming more and more important – … and cultural policy. Integrated Assessment of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Transformation Pathways towards a Resource-Efficient and …

… stands for. An important step in this direction is the new EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), which came into force in summer 2024 and … of sustainable products (ESPR) Climate / Energy Results of COP29: Small steps, big goals The outcomes of the World Climate Change Conference in Baku (COP29) have … of the project “Geoengineering: Mögliche Synergien und Effekte mit den Sustainable Development Goals”, outlines major questions around geoengineering technologies – …

… Agency Rising emissions in transport sector are compromising Germany’s climate goals More diesel was consumed in 2016 and road freight transport grew by 2.8 per … make a decision, and that is: do we carry on as we have up to now, or do we want sustainable agriculture which can also supply future generations with food and an … waste gas treatment in the chemical sector. Aim of the information exchange is the development of a Best Available Techniques (BAT) Reference Document on Common Waste …

… gas industry and infrastructure With the implementation of the energy and climate goals of the German federal government, the demand for gas in Germany is set to fall … of the environment is a long way from being realised.  read more (in German) Sustainable mobility encourages sustainable overall development A sustainable transport policy can make a major contribution to a …

… by the UBA, which aims to make city centres more attractive again by means of sustainable products and services. We hope you find it an interesting read The Press … of statements and ensure an effective contribution to international climate goals. read more (in German) Waste / Resources Better recycling of boats Sports … for large geographical regions in a consistent way. This report elaborates the development of a software tool which is able to process satellite observation data …

… set to develop in the future? Is the current focus on the efficiency of farms sustainable? On the basis of a comprehensive set of indicators, a current study … cases, critical raw materials, are required for many sustainable technologies. The development of environmental technologies of this kind threatens to be subdued by … for the development of urban areas which are based on environmental quality goals. Interfaces between disciplines and knowledge gaps in …

… heat for buildings can become carbon neutral and how forest management can become sustainable. Wishing you an interesting read, The Press Office of the German … must become carbon neutral If Germany is to achieve its climate protection goals, the way in which heat is supplied to buildings must be redesigned. To achieve … of pollutants on the environment Spillages of biocides and zinc from new build or redevelopment sites into the urban environment are worryingly high. These spillages …

… Dear Reader, The German Environment Agency began the year 2020 with a major new development: on 1st January, Professor Dr. Dirk Messner became the new President of … 2021, or 5.8 percent from 2026. read more (in German) Industry & environment German Sustainable Building Award launched The new award for sustainable buildings, … 1998. This year’s theme is “Nitrogen and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”. Most of the SDGs are closely related to the nitrogen cycle. Law & …

… of the year. Last but not least, we would like to draw your attention to the German SUSTAINABLE BUILDING Award. Exemplary projects for design and construction in … This includes, for example, planting climate-adapted tree species, limiting land development to slow down soil sealing and reduce warming and fast runoff of … proves that ambitious climate protection is possible while also achieving economic goals. read more (in German) As recounted 47 For 47 years in a row, the global …

… themselves as important platforms for the scientific and political debate about a sustainable use of natural resources in Germany, Europe and internationally. How … more (in German) Urban environmental protection for environmentally-oriented urban development The use of energy and resources, transport, noise, air pollution: cities … municipal level Project ideas for supporting bicycle travel sought To achieve the goals of the German National Bicycle Travel Plan (NRVP), this year, projects are …

… downward trend, emissions increased in 2021. To achieve the German government's goals by 2030, six percent of emissions must now be reduced per year – since 2010, … in the selection process. read more (in German) Making business travel and fleets sustainable How can companies improve the environmental impact and climate … Resource Conservation and Instruments" and "Transport, Noise and Spatial Development". read more (in German) Application Laboratory for artificial …

… never take priority over the avoidance of the production of greenhouse gases or the development and protection of natural carbon sinks such as forests and peatlands, … regard to their… Series Texte Page number 340 Year of publication 2023 Campaign for sustainable rat management (KaRMa) KaRMa helps local authorities make urban … the security of supply and for achieving further economic and socio-economic goals. Recycling is one of the key factors along with a range of other approaches …