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  • Article from 26.05.2020 | Last changed: 30.07.2020

    FAQ formaldehyde regulations for wood-based materials & furniture

    … eyes. On the basis of the latest findings, the EU classified formaldehyde as “May cause cancer” (category 1 B pursuant to the CLP Regulation) in June 2014. Wood-based materials are still largely glued using formaldehyde-based binding agents. This technology has been further developed … to the procedure for furniture have taken place. If the furniture manufacturer uses only wood-based materials that comply with the requirements for formaldehyde in …

  • Article from 22.02.2024 | Last changed: 19.05.2025

    German Environmental Survey, GerES VI (2023-2024)

    a colorful picture with many different faces

    … in Germany with environmental pollutants. Samples of tap water, urine, blood, house dust, and indoor air are analysed along with information acquired by … pollutants in the living environment are analysed and samples of tap water, house dust, and indoor air are taken. The home visit will take around two and a half … the population from health-affecting environmental influences. The data can also be used to check whether existing rules and laws are sufficient. The results of GerES …

  • Article from 15.05.2020 | Last changed: 15.05.2020

    Autism Spectrum Disorder

    A token stands in the middle of a wooden square, three others stand outside.

    … disorder which can show very different manifestations. It is assumed that genetic causes contribute to a large extent to the development of autism. Do environmental … overlap and mild forms also occur, the term ASD, autism spectrum disorders, is used as a generic term. The forms of autism cannot be determined by biomarkers but …

  • Article from 15.05.2020 | Last changed: 15.05.2020

    Headaches

    A child that holds its head.

    … However, poor air quality should be considered when searching for headache causes. last update on 15.05.2020 Headaches There are many different kinds of … are the BTXS (benzene, toluene, xylene and styrene) and terpenes. VOCs are widely used in products such as paints and varnishes, waxes, solvents and cleaning … for the prevention of headaches but also for general health. Associated content Publications Children! Indoor air quality after installation of building products in …

  • Article from 22.11.2016 | Last changed: 27.03.2017

    Food waste in the catering sector

    Schmackhafte Desserts an einem Buffet.

    … Nuvola / Fotolia.com Food production consumes many resources and produces greenhouse gas emissions. For the sake of the environment food waste should be prevented. A … of "eating out" ranges from the snack bar at the next corner to the canteen at a public authority to a fine-dining restaurant in the countryside. Catering is even … environmental pressure Current research indicates that about one-third of the food used for consumption away from home becomes waste, which makes the potential to …

  • Article from 30.07.2025 | Last changed: 30.07.2025

    Meetings & Workshops

    Round table for meetings and workshops

    … Empirical Critical Loads for Nitrogen Chuman, T (2021) Update on CLs in Czech Republic Cordovil, C (2021) Task Force on Reactive Nitrogen Cosby, J (2021) Update to … Ireland Reinds, GJ (2021) Background Database for Critical Loads Zappala, S (2021) Using critical loads in risk assessment 36th ICP M&M Meeting Presentations of the … and scientific challenges Chuman, T (2019) Update on Critical Loads in Czech Republic Kohli, L (2019) Effects of N deposition and temperature on vegetation and …

  • Article from 02.04.2019 | Last changed: 24.03.2021

    International Workshop, Nairobi, Kenia – August 2018

    Internationaler Workshop, Nairobi, Kenya – August 2018

    … sustainable development in Africa and worldwide as the degradation of soils is a cause for hunger, migration and even wars. Although land degradation is a global … sustainable soil management as land ownership is perceived as an absolute right of use (and misuse) of the respective plot of land. Soil related provisions are thus …

  • 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 industry. AskREACH developed the smartphone app Scan4Chem which can be used to readily receive information on SVHCs in consumer articles or send … available in 21 countries in Europe: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark (Tjek Kemien), Estonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, …

  • 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

    … land is limited worldwide, there can be competition for alternative land uses, especially with food production, nature conservation or the use of biomass for … nicht besser Biobased chemicals (JRC) Environmental impact assessments (JRC) Publications Biobasierte und biologisch abbaubare Einwegverpackungen? Keine Lösung …

  • Article from 30.06.2025 | Last changed: 21.07.2025

    Stabilizing our Landscape Water Balance

    Poor harvests due to heat and drought

    … resilience to extreme weather events. However, climate change, intensive land use, and significant alterations to natural river and floodplain ecosystems are … with EFRE Vormeier et al. (2024): Renaturierte Fließgewässer/ Feuchtgebiete Publications Water Framework Directive - The Status of German Waters in 2021 Related …

  • Article from 26.02.2014 | Last changed: 15.07.2025

    Soil related travel destinations in Germany

    Experiencing the ground beneath our feet is very much a part of our experience of nature, as here with this former sand pit.

    … through our natural and cultural heritage. The countless nature discovery paths, museums, profile compilations and art objects scattered throughout Germany are worthy travel … Kampala, Uganda – Sept 2017 Raumplanungsrecht Pflanzenschutzmittel Related publications Test battery for the effect determination of chemicals in soils: …

  • Article from 25.02.2014 | Last changed: 14.11.2025

    Learning about and experiencing soil

    Anthill in forest

    … if their ecology remains intact. But how can we best ensure that our soils are used judiciously and responsibly as habitats and resources? The UBA contributes to … soils” contains information concerning soil discovery trails, museums and profile compilations. In order for a facility to be eligible for inclusion in the … and promote soil stewardship on the part of both government and the general public? In the interest of addressing this issue, in October 2012 the BMU and UBA …