… in planning practice – on the individual spatial properties of regions, such as soil properties and geological baseline conditions, for instance whether the … latter objective includes certain requirement regarding the nature of the actual soil cover; this is because the areas thus safeguarded must allow for good infiltration of water into the soil. So far, spatial planning has provided limited opportunities in this respect, …

… settlement structure and the characteristics of the building. In areas with high soil sealing and on slopes, the risk from urban flash floods is particularly high. … are also further stress factors for street trees, such as a small root space due to soil compaction and sealing, low soil and air quality, and pollutant inputs such as road salt. Urban climate and heat …

… The objective must remain to maintain the forest functions for protecting water, soil, biodiversity, regional climate and as a source of recreation for human being; … in terms of indicators for the DAS woodland and forestry action field. For the ‘soil’ action field, an indicator was developed in respect of soil water in forest soils (cf. Indicator BO-I-2 ) on the basis of a case study for Bavaria. As before, …

… more often as rain (cf. Indicators WW-I-4 , WW-I- 5 and BAU-I-4 ). In cases where soils are already saturated with water or severely desiccated, or there is a lot of … precipitation in a very short time, not much of this will be able to infiltrate the soil. As a rule, this precipitation will run off the surface draining directly into …

… influence the entire water balance, in other words, they affect evaporation, soil water, the formation of seepage water, the replenishment of groundwater, … water storage. The latter encompasses water in various compartments: Groundwater, soil water, water in lakes, rivers and dams (such as reservoirs) and any water bound … influence the entire water balance, in other words, they affect evaporation, soil water, the formation of seepage water, the replenishment of groundwater, …

… body. This requires measures that help to reduce fertiliser quantities as well as soil erosion and runoff, minimise nutrient inputs by establishing water protection strips, or drain agricultural soils in a more environmentally friendly way. Land-based animal husbandry also …

… the aid of pumping stations. Their operation is in the remit of some 500 water- and soil-related associations in the country. These are part of main associations which … on the duration of its operation and the hydrological requirements. The water- and soil-related associations endeavour to operate the most energy-efficient pumps. … the aid of pumping stations. Their operation is in the remit of some 500 water- and soil-related associations in the country. These are part of main associations which …

… in the forest is desirable with a view to enhancing biodiversity and increasing soil humidity in the forest. Deadwood provides essential habitats for fungi, insects … regions with fairly open stands of pine forest – which are widespread on the sandy soils of Brandenburg or Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania – will cause smaller volumes …

… base available to agricultural businesses. With the establishment of Federal soil information systems and the enhancement of agricultural meteorological advisory … change, coping with numerous problems in respect of water, the protection of the soil and soil quality, and not least for strengthening biodiversity. Likewise, the funding of …

… data contained in the 2023 Monitoring Report. The temperatures of air, water and soil have continued to rise, thus also increasing the impacts on humans, … years have not yet been offset even as late as 2023. Insufficient availability of soil water has led to yield losses in agriculture . Owing to drought stress and … the frequency of drought phases. To name just one of the consequences: Desiccated soils are unable to absorb or store the water accumulating in a heavy rainfall, thus …

… contribute to providing clean water, fresh air, a pleasant climate and fertile soils for the cultivation of crops to produce healthy food. Another useful function … programme ‘Natural Climate Protection’ (ANK). Woodlands and alluvial meadows, soils and peatlands, seas and water bodies, near-natural green spaces in urban and …

… the introduction of standards is conducive, for example regarding tree sizes and soil properties such as rootability and water absorption and water storage capacity. … the introduction of standards is conducive, for example regarding tree sizes and soil properties such as rootability and water absorption and water storage capacity. …