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  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    GE-I-9: Ozone burden

    The picture shows the exhaust pipe of a motor car emitting exhaust gases.

    … organic compounds at high temperature and sun irradiation. The emissions from those substances decreased distinctly since 1995; this led to a decline in peak … oxides emanate mostly from over-fertilised soils. The emissions from precursor substances have decreased since 1995; this has led to a distinct decline in peak … and leads to ozone depletion, especially during the night. In fact, ozone precursor substances are transported by wind beyond urban areas, thus contributing to the …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 11.01.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Climate impacts: Field of action industry and commerce

    Pipelines on a factory site

    … decrease in the future as a result of the energy transition. Release of hazardous substances: Chemical and wastewater treatment plants are affected by increased risks of the release of hazardous substances as a result of flooding. In built-up areas, untreated wastewater can …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 11.01.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Building Industry

    Building crane in front of a blue sky

    … whether demolition is necessary. Contamination with dirty water or water-polluting substances such as chemicals or oils (e.g. from an oil heating system) also plays a … impact on air quality and indoor hygiene by encouraging the release of hazardous substances and mould growth. Times for construction activity: Strong winds, heavy … whether demolition is necessary. Contamination with dirty water or water-polluting substances such as chemicals or oils (e.g. from an oil heating system) also plays a …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 11.01.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Water Resources, Water Management, Coastal and Marine Protection

    People standing on a seat bench surrounded by water

    … water quality is determined by land use, intensity of use and the concentration of substances introduced. Substance inputs occur from agriculture, transport, industry and mining and private households. The degree of dilution of chemical substances in water depends on the discharge of the water body. If the runoff …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    GE-I-6: Contamination of bathing waters by cyanobacteria burdens

    The picture shows the palm of a hand stroking the surface of a water body.

    … from cyanobacteria. The absorption of major quantities of cyanotoxins – the toxic substances contained in cyanobacteria (nerve gases and liver toxins) – can lead to … is more likely that these symptoms have been caused by other pathogenic bacteria or substances. Cyanobacteria are found within the framework of bathing water … from cyanobacteria. The absorption of major quantities of cyanotoxins – the toxic substances contained in cyanobacteria (nerve gases and liver toxins) – can lead to …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    LW-R-1: Adaptation of management rhythms

    The picture shows a person standing in a field of maize inspecting the leaves of a young maize plant.

    … good aggregate structure in the soil. It is essential to maintain the organic soil substance or – where necessary – to improve it as required by site-specific … good aggregate structure in the soil. It is essential to maintain the organic soil substance or – where necessary – to improve it as required by site-specific …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2024

    WW-I-6: Low water

    The picture shows a river with a low water level. There are smallish stones and large rocks projecting from the water. The river banks are covered in high grass. There is a woodland adjacent to the river bank.

    … to a lesser extent thus leading to higher concentrations of nutrients and harmful substances. Both processes have far-reaching impacts on aquatic creatures as well as … to a lesser extent thus leading to higher concentrations of nutrients and harmful substances. Both processes have far-reaching impacts on aquatic creatures as well as …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 05.01.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2025

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Fishery

    Fishes under water

    … g. for gravel-spawning trout species). In inland lakes, increased inputs of organic substances and nutrients can promote algal development and bacterial activity and … g. for gravel-spawning trout species). In inland lakes, increased inputs of organic substances and nutrients can promote algal development and bacterial activity and …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    GE-I-8: Index – case study

    The picture shows a man’s upper arm in focus. The man is lifting the sleeve of his T-shirt with two fingers. In contrast with the skin previously covered by the T-shirt, the part of the skin that has been exposed to sunlight looks very red.

    … with Climate Change – 2022 Assessment Report. Montreal (Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer), 372 pp. … with Climate Change – 2022 Assessment Report. Montreal (Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer), 372 pp. …

  • KomPass: Area of action adaptation from 05.01.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2025

    Adaptation: Field of Action Fishery

    Fishes under water

    … to the direct riparian area of inland waters help to reduce the input of dissolved substances and material pollution into the water body (e. g. from agriculture) … to the direct riparian area of inland waters help to reduce the input of dissolved substances and material pollution into the water body (e. g. from agriculture) …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 30.09.2024

    Cluster Trade and industry

    The picture shows a sectional view of a wooded landscape. There is an industrial estate visible in the distance, consisting of several buildings and facilities. There is smoke rising from some chimneys. The sky is densely cloud-covered. Above the horizon, the sky is tinged with yellow, with dark, greyish-blue clouds billowing at the margin of the picture. In a few lighter places, rays of the sun are penetrating the band of clouds.

    … adverse effects on the international goods transport and the release of hazardous substances. Furthermore, a medium climate risk is estimated to arise with respect to … adverse effects on the international goods transport and the release of hazardous substances. Furthermore, a medium climate risk is estimated to arise with respect to …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 08.12.2025

    Cluster Building Sector

    The picture shows an artificial watercourse which runs past a block of flats in a newly developed housing estate. There is a road crossing the watercourse. The watercourse is edged with a narrow strip of vegetation consisting of grass, young trees and flower beds. Benches offer seating.

    … and hygiene conditions, as high temperatures can favour the release of hazardous substances and mould infestation. As far as vegetation in settlements are concerned, … and hygiene conditions, as high temperatures can favour the release of hazardous substances and mould infestation. As far as vegetation in settlements are concerned, …