… in German, only english abstracts can be provided. Main topic:  Ban on cosmetics containing mercury – international challenges using the example of skin lightening creams …

… 18.10.2024 Rubrics Climate / Energy Chemicals Transport Noise Economy / Consumption Waste / Resources Soil / Land Air Agriculture Sustainability / Strategies / … are required to prepare and submit annual National Inventory Reports (NIRs) containing detailed and complete information… Series Climate Change Page number 995 … 164 Year of publication 2024 HP 14 classification of mirror entries in the List of Wastes – elaboration of proposals for further developing the German ‘Recommendations …

… risk. read more (in German) Germany's seas also victims of plastic litter Plastic waste has now also become pervasive in the North Sea and Baltic Sea. Fish and birds … information and more. read more (in German)   New data on transfrontier shipment of wastes Current data on the transfrontier shipment of waste which is subject to …

… policy. This issue is dedicated in particular to the draft packaging and packaging waste regulation (PPWR). Happy reading! For questions or more information, please … proposal for a Regulation on packaging and packaging waste (PPWR), as it contains good approaches to reducing the environmental impact of packaging and …

… possible steps to counter this trend. Potato peelings and coffee grounds, etc. are waste which is of considerably higher value – but only if they are collected … problem. Disposable cups are among the “top ten” of disposable products containing plastic to be found littering the coastlines of Europe. But they can also … scheme is that they are easily returnable in the machines for collecting used containers at participating supermarkets. The first tests are currently under way at …

… of bait stations. Quiz: recycling done right The better consumers separate their waste, the more waste can ultimately be recycled. In principle, this applies to all … pollutants throughout the EU. Challenges continue to exist, however, including mercury, brominated flame retardants and pesticides, in addition to substances which …

… carbon dioxide equivalents (CO₂-eq). First Blue Angel award for concrete products containing recycled aggregates The concrete block manufacturer Rinn Beton- und … greater urban environmental protection Air pollution, climate change, land sealing, waste and water management are some of the greatest environmental challenges for … particularly often are prohibited. The mandatory deposit for disposable beverage containers is extended. Reusable packaging must be offered in the to-go sector. And: …

… have either been disposed of improperly in the toilet or find their way into the waste water after their consumption and are not fully removed by the current water … which increases the demand to minimise waste generation and manage arising wastes effectively and sustainably on a worldwide scale. This task applies to all … UNFCCC are required to prepare and submit annual National Inventory Reports (NIRs) containing detailed and complete information on… Series Climate Change Page number …

… asbestos related diseases and the implementationof the new Minamata Convention on Mercury at the core of negotiations withEuropean countries, in line with European …

… such as snack bars and kiosks, can also fulfil their obligation by offering to fill containers brought in by customers. A major step on the journey away from a … in Germany, manufacturers of cups for beverages and other single-use products containing plastic will then have to pay for collecting them from streets and parks …

… in recent years. read more (in German) Resource-efficient infrastructure Transport, waste water management, water and energy supply, digital connectivity: … involves the use of the toxic heavy metal Chromium VI which is discharged to wastewater and considered hazardous waste. A project carried out under the …

… | 07.06.2023 Rubrics Climate / Energy Health Chemicals Noise Economy / Consumption Waste / Resources Air Water Agriculture Soil / Land Sustainability / Strategies / … updated Algae, barnacles or mussels on boats are often controlled with biocide-containing antifouling coatings that damage the environment. The updated UBA fouling …