… areas of transverse structures and dams, for example, which forms greenhouse gases when it decomposes. This reduces the savings potential of hydropower plants as a … The negative impact of methane on the climate is almost 30 times greater than that of carbon dioxide (IPCC 2021). Solutions In order to avoid greenhouse gas …

… revolution to achieve global sustainability is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that must be realized before the window of opportunity closes. Digitalization has … inputs to be considered for the Global Digital Compact that the United Nations is working on now, as part of the Summit of the Future next September; as well as the … Agenda, Paris Agreement on climate change, the post-2020 global Biodiversity Framework, and encourage the adoption of green post-COVID-19 recovery plans. …

… The pilot action days are intended to make this commitment visible, to improve networking between actors and citizens and, at the same time, to test a new format for … creating a better quality of life in the city. I am therefore particularly pleased that many people in a range of locations are contributing together to making neighbourhoods more attractive and sustainable with good ideas and the will to create, and thus to …

… Data on the Environment 2017: More climate protection action required Germany should commit itself even more to … The sector’s record on air pollutants also lags behind: although the data indicate that overall emissions – based on an index of five air pollutants – have come down …

… while electrifying lorries and ships and avoiding goods transport altogether whenever possible. 19.03.2025 Not only is goods transport responsible for … by 2051 compared to 2019 after posting growth of 75% between 1991 and 2022. Without more effective measures to curb transport emissions, Germany’s climate goals will go … the private sector need to act now. "Developments in goods transport clearly show that a shift in transport is urgently needed in order to achieve national climate …

… "In comparison to the 2007 report, the findings of the latest IPCC report are even more specific and well-founded." 27.09.2013 Federal Environment Minister Peter … Wanka consider the latest IPCC report on climate change to be a clear indication that climate change is advancing. Following the presentation of the IPCC report … today in Stockholm Altmaier stated "the IPCC has shown the international community that ambitious climate action is crucial". Wanka also stressed that "research is the …

… valuable areas: a new UBA factsheet shows how solar energy can be expanded in a way that is compatible with nature and agriculture. Photovoltaics can generate far more energy per area than energy crops. Source: reisezielinfo / Adobe Stock Climate … systems in a way that preserves soil fertility and valuable natural areas. Even when developed with strong environmental safeguards, photovoltaics generate many …

… risk of veterinary medicines Background In September 2014, the Commission adopted a proposal for a Regulation on veterinary medicinal products.  Core … competitiveness and innovation. As the Commission has pointed out, it is vital that such a future regulation moreover guarantees the highest level of public and animal health as well as of …

… emissions (N 2 O) from overfertilised fields accelerate climate change. Four times more airborne reactive nitrogen compounds are entering the environment in Europe than only 100 years ago. In Germany, that is an annual amount of about 4.2 million tonnes, or 50 kilograms per person. … husbandry must also produce lower levels of emissions; in other words, much less ammonia must be emitted from livestock housing. "Exhaust air cleaning systems …

… causing effluent to be washed into bathing waters. Data from recent years show that the hygienic water quality of the vast majority of bathing waters remains … measures are taken. The risk of infection with the SARS coronavirus-2 increases when people are crowded together in one place at the same time. This is why the … and expose other bathers to risk. This is a universally applicable rule, regardless of which potential pathogens are involved. Associated content Links Results as …

… state award for climate change adaptation projects. This will be the first time that the prize is offered as a federal award. Effective immediately, the Federal … years have shown this very clearly. Municipalities face particular challenges when it comes to warding off the consequences of the climate crisis. The federal … in Germany are diverse, and each has its own unique requirements. Nevertheless, mayors and district commissioners can learn a lot from each other. With the …

… pollute bodies of water through wastewater. Source: Lugaa / Photocase.de Rat poison that is used in municipal sewer systems is a source of emissions to surface water … said: "Cities and municipalities must comply with regulations to protect waters when carrying out chemical rat control measures. There are already numerous … Gewässerbelastung mit Rodentiziden (PBT-Stoffe) und Erarbeitung von Risikominderungsmaßnahmen zum Schutz der aquatischen Umwelt Antworten auf häufig gestellte …