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  • Press release 34/2022 from 12.08.2022 | Last changed: 06.02.2024

    New collaboration between Merseburg University of Applied Sciences and German Environment Agency

    verglaster Gebäudeeingangsbereich mit eingraviertem Logo des Umweltbundesamtes

    … Establishment of the National Centre for Environmental and Nature Conservation Information UBA headquarters in Dessau-Roßlau: a research location for the benefit … conservation information easier and quicker to find. We are creating the basis for informed decision-making in environmental politics. It also promotes the broad use …

  • Press release 08/2025 from 26.02.2025 | Last changed: 25.04.2025

    Environmental statements on long-distance bus journeys: Federal Court confirms UBA's decision

    Das Bild zeigt einen fahrenden Reisebus.

    … The court had imposed strict controls on general and comparative advertising. Information on offers for CO₂ offsetting must be meaningful and transparent. At the … it is important that consumers can make their mobility decisions based on reliable information. The fact that the BGH fully upholds the decision of the lower court …

  • Press release 10/2025 from 07.03.2025 | Last changed: 12.03.2025

    Consumer protection: Second-hand platforms put to the test

    Frau kauft online Kleidung am Laptop ein.

    … Consumer protection: Second-hand platforms put to the test Information on warranty rights often inadequate Warranty and withdrawal rights also … of second-hand shopping are presented in a realistic way and that consumers are informed about their rights.” A sweep by the Consumer Protection Cooperation Network …

  • Press release 11/2023 from 15.03.2023 | Last changed: 22.03.2023

    UBA forecast: 2022 greenhouse gas emissions down by 1.9 percent

    dampfende Kühltürme eines Kraftwerks und Hochspannungsleitung

    … This is in addition to the rise in fuel consumption after the pandemic. Further information The present emissions data represent the currently best possible … and detailed inventory of emissions data for 2022 in January 2024 and submit the information to the European Commission. Associated content Entwicklung der …

  • Press release 19/2024 from 13.05.2024 | Last changed: 03.06.2024

    Here's how heat pumps work!

    A couple standing next to their heat pump.

    … was a heat pump. Nevertheless, there are still many misconceptions and a lack of information about their potential use. The German Environment Agency (UBA) has … and share their experiences of heat pumps. Interested parties can simply enter information about their project using an input form on the German Environment …

  • Press release 27/2024 from 04.06.2024 | Last changed: 02.08.2024

    Federal Environment Ministry supports preventive health measures in the climate crisis

    That's good against heat: a cooling water bag

    … the Federal Agency for Nature Conservation (BfN), will be providing comprehensive information on the health risks and protective measures related to the climate … such as the Federal Climate Adaptation Act. Additionally, it provides comprehensive information to the public on protecting themselves from the health risks of the …

  • Press release 39/2025 from 18.11.2025 | Last changed: 04.12.2025

    Clean Air at a Glance: UBA Publishes New Air Quality Index and Updated App

    Zwei Smartphones auf lila-farbenem Hintergrund. Aufschrift: Wie gut ist die Luft, die sie atmen?

    … has updated its “Luftqualität” app and the air data portal to provide more precise information, clear and easy-to-understand guidance, and an even more user-friendly … new AQI, the German Environment Agency has comprehensively modernised its digital information services on air quality. The “Luftqualität” app (free for iOS and …

  • Press release 44/2024 from 08.11.2024 | Last changed: 12.11.2024

    Consumer protection: UBA takes action against Chinese low-cost online marketplace Temu

    Kartons und geöffnete Pakete

    … under pressure when making a purchase decision, for example by spreading false information about the duration of discount campaigns or the number of products still … fake reviews), aggressive marketing with gambling elements and misleading information on minimum order values and price reductions. Temu is now being asked to …

  • News from 18.09.2017 | Last changed: 13.11.2017

    Chemicals in articles: EU LIFE Projekt AskREACH started

    Ein Barcode auf einem Produkt wir mit einem Smartphone gescannt

    … population, retailers and industry. Consumers can use a smartphone app to get information on such substances or send requests for information to suppliers. The … are also entitled to this information upon request and can thus use it to make well-informed purchase decisions. To raise awareness of the REACH consumer right among …

  • Appointment from 21.03.2019

    EnviroInfo 2019 – Intern. Conference on Environmental Informatics

    EnviroInfo 2019 – Intern. Conference on Environmental Informatics University of … 2019 is an international and interdisciplinary conference on leading environmental information and communication technologies (ICT). The conference will focus on …

  • Press release 09/2025 from 27.02.2025 | Last changed: 03.03.2025

    Recognising greenwashing – creating transparency

    Eine Verbraucherin schaut sich ein Produkt aus dem Einkaufsregal an.

    … (UBA) has analysed the challenges involved in providing reliable environmental information. The results are now available in a report and, in addition to … for companies and consumers in the area of conflict between valid environmental information and greenwashing. Press release No. 09/2025 | 27.02.2025 “The German …