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  • Press release 43/2019 from 18.11.2019 | Last changed: 27.11.2019

    Consumption of packaging in Germany increased further in 2017

    Metalldosen und Plastikabfall

    … and sometimes even a tube of toothpaste has extra packaging. We need more reusable systems, and not only for soft drinks and beer. Coffee can also be filled in … the businesses which place packaging on the market and are in fact meeting their financial product responsibility in the dual systems and thereby committed to the …

  • Press release 42/2020 from 16.09.2020 | Last changed: 21.09.2020

    European Mobility Week: Zero-emission mobility for all

    Straße mit niedrigen Fachwerkhäusern und einem Zebrastreifen, der von einer Frau mit Blindenstock, einem Rollstuhlfahrer und zwei weiteren Fußgängerinnen überquert wird.

    … mobility should be possible for all. However, the current German transportation system penalises far too many population groups who, for example, suffer from a lack … mobility should be possible for all. However, the current German transportation system penalises far too many population groups who, for example, suffer from a lack … mobility should be possible for all. However, the current German transportation system penalises far too many population groups who, for example, suffer from a lack …

  • Press release 24/2023 from 07.07.2023 | Last changed: 11.07.2023

    European emissions trading: Greenhouse gas emissions in Germany constant overall

    Coal-fired power plant

    … 1,730 stationary plants in Germany covered by the European Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) emitted about 354 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalents … future. At the same time, the money raised from the auctions creates considerable financial leeway to fairly cushion the social consequences of decarbonisation." …

  • Press release 54/2020 from 17.11.2020 | Last changed: 23.11.2020

    Coronavirus in schools: Air purifiers alone are not enough – room ventilation is still key

    Schülerinnen und Schüler melden sich.

    … be opened properly and where there are no simple supporting inlet and exhaust air systems. However, the devices should be properly assessed before use to ensure that … be opened wide enough, the second option is to install simple inlet and exhaust air systems in the windows. Such systems can remain in place beyond the pandemic and …

  • Press release 09/2023 from 01.03.2023 | Last changed: 06.03.2023

    Paludiculture: More climate action with rewetted peatlands

    drainage channel through a peatland

    … Paludiculture: More climate action with rewetted peatlands Government should provide financial support to farmers practicing voluntary peatland protection Many peatlands … Peatland Protection Strategy. Paludiculture cultivation restores peatland ecosystems. Unlike with renaturation, rewetted soils are suitable for commercial …

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

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Civil Protection

    Jackets and helmets of the professional fire brigade

    … to the people who live and work in the affected regions, but also to the supply systems. Power supply and health systems can be severely affected. In addition, there may be problems with settlement …

  • Press release 28/2022 from 09.06.2022 | Last changed: 15.06.2022

    Giving value added tax an ecological and social dimension

    Ein Marktstand mit Gemüse

    … billion euros a year. In addition, exemption from VAT is to be granted for solar systems, and heating optimisation and repairs are to benefit from the reduced tax …

  • Press release 04/2025 from 21.01.2025 | Last changed: 23.01.2025

    Packaging recycling only works with correct waste separation

    Verschiedene Verpackungsabfälle

    … The trend is positive. Overall, more packaging was recycled by the dual systems in 2023 compared to the previous year. This was announced by the German … for statutory recycling rates have increased significantly since 2018. The dual systems have achieved five out of eight recycling quotas, in some cases even …

  • Press release 33/2019 from 18.09.2019 | Last changed: 28.10.2019

    Further decline in 2017 of reusables share in beverage packaging

    Eine Kiste mit leeren Bierflaschen von oben.

    … packaging are vital to avoid pollution and waste, and for that we need refillables systems that work well. Supermarkets and beverage sales points should offer as many … cut packaging waste significantly. From a climate protection perspective, reusable systems are the better choice: reusable glass bottles can be refilled 50 times, …

  • KomPass: Area of action climate impact from 06.07.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Climate Impacts: Field of Action Human Health

    A baby hand holding the finger of an adult

    … direct burden on human health and can lead to severe diseases of the cardiovascular system and, in extreme cases, to death. In addition, climate change favours … diabetes) and consumption of medications and stimulants. The human cardiovascular system in particular is severely stressed by extremely high temperatures and, in … Impact and Risk Assessment 2021 for Germany (Summary) Evaluation of Information Systems Relevant to Climate Change and Health - Vol. 1 Evaluation of Information …