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  • Press release 43/2020 from 21.09.2020 | Last changed: 25.09.2020

    30 years of unified Germany: a plus for the environment too

    Der Brocken im Nebel

    … due mainly to lignite-fired power stations and, in winter, coal-fired heating systems. In the 1980s, extremely high concentrations of sulphur dioxide were … many major eastern German rivers since the early 1990s. Dirk Messner said, "The ecosystems in the Elbe recovered very quickly after 1990. However, despite the positive …

  • Press release 15/2018 from 24.05.2018 | Last changed: 06.06.2018

    Drinking water in Germany again rated "very good"

    clear water is poured in a glass

    … The operators of drinking water supply stations must inform consumers if their system still contains lead, even if the limit value is in compliance. The European … 2.490 water service areas in Germany including their respective distribution systems and domestic drinking water installations which supply an average of more …

  • Press release 53/2014 from 29.11.2014 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Plus-energy farmyard and printer manufacturer receive award for commitment to the environment

    on a stage: a man in a suit holding a Blue Angel trophy in his hand

    … its inception to completion according to the Sustainable Construction Assessment System and must meet the 'silver' standard, which means that it must save 30 percent … Deutschland GmbH is a global leader in printer manufacturing. It now has around 50 systems which have been awarded the Blue Angel ecolabel for energy-efficient and …

  • Press release 28/2025 from 25.06.2025 | Last changed: 16.01.2026

    Boom despite crisis: German GreenTech sector continues on growth trajectory

    Two people standing on a wind turbine.

    … energy efficiency. These include, for example, filters for air purification systems as well as technologies for recycling solar panels. Currently, around 7.5 … overall economy. Growth is particularly dynamic in the areas of renewable energy systems, environmentally friendly mobility, and energy efficiency.  Carsten …

  • KomPass: Article from 21.06.2021 | Last changed: 19.11.2025

    BAU-R-5: Insurance density natural hazard insurance residential buildings

    The picture shows a housing estate with a single-family house. A mudslide is pouring over the street in front of it.

    … potential damage. This includes taking measures with regard to construction and systems technology appropriate for the protection of homes (houses/ flats) both … potential damage. This includes taking measures with regard to construction and systems technology appropriate for the protection of homes (houses/ flats) both …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 17.12.2024

    VE-I-4: Road accidents due to weather conditions and weather patterns

    The picture shows a car driving on a road covered in water. It is clear to see that the headlights and windscreen wipers are switched on. Heavy rain is falling.

    … with the aim to make the assessment of climate risks for the federal trunk road system easier. 169 Since 2016 any climate-change related activities carried out by … with the aim to make the assessment of climate risks for the federal trunk road system easier. 169 Since 2016 any climate-change related activities carried out by …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2024

    WW-R-1: Water use index

    The picture shows a hand on the handle of a tap, with a weak water jet pouring into a wash-hand basin.

    … drought periods. Nevertheless, with regard to central or pipeline-based supply systems, it has been possible so far to keep a balance between the local or regional … drought periods. Nevertheless, with regard to central or pipeline-based supply systems, it has been possible so far to keep a balance between the local or regional …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 17.12.2024

    VE-I-3: Heavy rain impacting on roads

    The picture shows a gully on a flooded road. The waterspout indicates where the gully is located. There are safety cones beside the gully. A car wheel is visible at the very edge of the picture.

    … water will collect when it can no longer be absorbed and conducted away by drainage systems. As a rule, in upland or alpine regions, depending on the incline, water … water will collect when it can no longer be absorbed and conducted away by drainage systems. As a rule, in upland or alpine regions, depending on the incline, water …

  • 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

    … increasingly important to address the health risks of the climate crisis and take systematic precautions. The Federal Environment Ministry is continuing to strengthen … “Measures to adapt to the consequences of climate change”, the BMUV also provides financial support for precautionary adaptation to the consequences of the climate …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    KM-I-2: Sea levels

    The picture shows a sandy beach on the Baltic Sea coast. There is seawater lapping around a hooded beach chair (Strandkorb). In the background, the sea is visible with powerful waves and dark thunderclouds above.

    … development on the Baltic Sea coast. The North Sea is characterised by the tidal system. This is the reason why the indicator shows the mean tidal sea level (MTmw) … development on the Baltic Sea coast. The North Sea is characterised by the tidal system. This is the reason why the indicator shows the mean tidal sea level (MTmw) …