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  • Article from 19.05.2022 | Last changed: 06.06.2024

    The Mining Code of the ISA

    … Regulations on Prospecting and Exploration for Polymetallic Nodules , amended in 2013 Regulations on Prospecting and Exploration for Polymetallic Sulphides  , 2010 … Seabed Disputes Chamber of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea in 2011. According to this opinion, it is the responsibility of the sponsoring state to … Seabed Disputes Chamber of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea in 2011. According to this opinion, it is the responsibility of the sponsoring state to …

  • Article from 19.05.2022 | Last changed: 27.04.2023

    ISA: Organs, decision-making processes and operating principles

    … only by a majority of two thirds of the present and voting states (cf. section 3(11)(a) of the Implementing Agreement of 1994). This provision applies to exploration … only by a majority of two thirds of the present and voting states (cf. section 3(11)(a) of the Implementing Agreement of 1994). This provision applies to exploration …

  • Article from 06.06.2025 | Last changed: 06.06.2025

    Soil loss by wind erosion

    Soil displacement due to wind erosion near Worin in Brandenburg, Germany

    … it is necessary to use models. For German the approches according to DIN 19706:2013-02 were used. A detailed description of the data basis used, the approaches … it is necessary to use models. For German the approches according to DIN 19706:2013-02 were used. A detailed description of the data basis used, the approaches …

  • Article from 05.01.2024 | Last changed: 11.01.2024

    Waste prevention

    A waste container being emptied

    … and the environment. It is therefore a primary goal of the circular economy. In 2013, the Waste Prevention Program with the participation of the federal states was … Abfallvermeidungsprogramm ), which was adopted by the Federal Cabinet on 31.07.2013. In the following years, possible indicators for measuring and reviewing the … ), the status of the implementation of the waste prevention program adopted in 2013 was determined and evaluated at federal, state and municipal level. The results …

  • Article from 26.05.2020 | Last changed: 30.07.2020

    FAQ formaldehyde regulations for wood-based materials & furniture

    … of Chemicals Ordinance" on 26 November 2018 in the Federal Gazette ( BAnz AT 26.11.2018 B2 ). The announcement contains a list of analytical methods for sampling … be multiplied by a factor of 2.0. In accordance with the announcement (BAnz AT 26.11.2018 B2), derived methods are only suitable for production control. For this …

  • Article from 30.08.2023 | Last changed: 30.08.2023

    Nickel in particulate matter

    Ein rauchender Schornstein vor bewölktem Himmel.

    … Europe-wide target value of 20 ng/m³ as annual mean that is valid since 1 January 2013. Air pollution Since 2007 the target value was exceeded 16 times at four … Europe-wide target value of 20 ng/m³ as annual mean that is valid since 1 January 2013. … Since 2007 the target value was exceeded 16 times at four stations close to …

  • Article from 22.11.2016 | Last changed: 27.03.2017

    Food waste in the catering sector

    Schmackhafte Desserts an einem Buffet.

    … Environment Agency shows how it can work in the catering sector. last update on 22.11.2016 The ecological rucksack of food Germans consume 456 kilograms of food per …

  • Article from 30.07.2025 | Last changed: 30.07.2025

    Meetings & Workshops

    Round table for meetings and workshops

    … April 2014 29th TF Meeting of the ICP M&M & 23rd CCE Workshop – Copenhagen (DK) 8-11 April 2013 28th TF Meeting of the ICP M&M & 22nd CCE Workshop – Warsaw (PL) 16-19 April … 29th TF Meeting of the ICP M&M & 23rd CCE Workshop – Copenhagen (DK) 8-11 April 2013 28th TF Meeting of the ICP M&M & 22nd CCE Workshop – Warsaw (PL) 16-19 April …

  • Article from 30.04.2024 | Last changed: 13.06.2024

    Chemicals in articles: EU LIFE Project AskREACH

    Ein Barcode auf einem Produkt wir mit einem Smartphone gescannt

    … and Risks (INERIS) Germany: German Environment Agency (UBA), Baltic Environmental Forum Germany (BEF DE), Friends of the Earth Germany (BUND), Society for … MB) Ex-Post Analysis LIFE AskREACH (4.44 MB) Impact Assessment Report AskREACH (11.84 MB) Tags chemicals REACH substance of very high concern product … The AskREACH …

  • Article from 04.02.2020 | Last changed: 30.08.2023

    Bio-based and biodegradable plastics

    an einer Eisenstange über einem gepflasterten Platz oder Fußweg hängen durchsichtige Plastiktüten mit Äpfeln

    … on 04.02.2020 Frequently asked questions – FAQ 1. Terms and basic understanding 1.1. What is the difference between bio-based and biodegradable plastics? Bio-based … by degrading microorganisms, which may also contaminate the product or food. 3.11. Do single-use products made from biodegradable plastics offer advantages? No. …

  • Article from 25.02.2014 | Last changed: 14.11.2025

    Learning about and experiencing soil

    Anthill in forest

    … comprehensive and clearly presented information on all soil related matters. In May 2013, a content management system was launched for the site, which, like Wikipedia, … that are elaborated for each new Soil of the Year are available free of charge. The 2013 Soil of the Year was plaggic anthrosol. Verbesserung des Bodenbewusstseins … comprehensive and clearly presented information on all soil related matters. In May 2013, a content management system was launched for the site, which, like Wikipedia, …

  • Article from 19.02.2014 | Last changed: 17.11.2025

    Soil functions

    A mole on the surface.

    … Umweltbundesamt Half of German soils are used for agricultural purposes. Data for 2011 Source: FG II 2.7 / Umweltbundesamt Download image (513.15 kB) Barley just about … Corn records groth rates. Source: FG II 2.7 / Umweltbundesamt Download image (303.11 kB) Next Previous Soil: a multifarious habitat Soils serve as habitats for flora …