… Agency 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 …

… sustainability Source: Rawf8 / Adobe Stock Digitalisation is changing consumption: More and more people are researching online and shopping on the internet. However, … – sustainable products and the circular economy are left out. Sustainability information is generally available, but on popular sites along the users’ click …

… 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 …

… Oceans Day on 8 June Plastics in the environment New UBA study: Numbers, background information, research needs, and measures to combat the plastic flood More and more plastic litter is collecting in our seas and oceans. Source: Isabella …

… momentum for socio-ecological transformation Majority of population supportive of more ambitious environmental and climate change policy 84 percent of respondents are … percent support better public transportation (more stops, more frequency). Further information The Environmental Awareness Study has been collecting representative …

… gas emissions down by 1.9 percent Increase in coal and fuel consumption – more renewables and overall lower energy use curb the effects The energy industry … This is in addition to the rise in fuel consumption after the pandemic. Further information The present emissions data represent the currently best possible …

… 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 …

… Consumer protection: Second-hand platforms put to the test Information on warranty rights often inadequate Warranty and withdrawal rights also …

… Umwelt Climate change, air pollution and contaminated water bodies harm more than just the environment. "Planet Gesundheit", the new interactive exhibition … Friday from 8.00 to 13.00, and upon prior appointment. Admission is free. For more information see www.planetgesundheit.org. Associated content Links Exhibition …

… for new electrical waste take-back obligations from 2022 and improved consumer information aimed at increasing collection rates. UBA's President Dirk Messner said, … to the consumer and at the same time as weekly shopping. However, it will take more time until the statistics reflect the new regulations. Retailers, manufacturers …