… wetlands have been drained and soils dewatered through the installation of drainage systems. Intensive farming and the use of heavy agricultural machinery lead to soil … are influenced by people and their behaviour (Deutsches Klimakonsortium). Further information on climate model projections as well as facts on climate change can be found on the pages of the German Environment Agency ( Climate models and ensembles and Climate change ) and also …

… world's oceans. Due to their high tonnages, ocean-going vessels can be a comparably environment-friendly means of transport. There is still considerable potential to … in the Baltic Sea in the Kadettrinne. In these coastal areas, unique extensive ecosystems are to be found, e.g. the Wadden Sea and its eelgrass meadows or mussel … Ships Annex VI: Regulations for the Prevention of Air Pollution from Ships Detailed information on the contents of the different annexes are to be found on the website …

… recreation. However, overuse is placing increasing pressure on fragile marine ecosystems. Sustainable solutions and ‘ecological guardrails’ are needed to balance … urgently needed, everyone can contribute to effective marine conservation by making environmentally conscious choices when consuming fish and seafood . The oceans also …

… how can it be done? View of the wide open sea Source: FG II 2.3 / UBA The German Environment Agency is committed to protecting the oceans, which are more important … three quarters of the Earth's surface. The oceans play a key role in the climate system, as they absorb around a third of the carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) produced by … durch Wind Related publications Environmental Awareness in Germany 2024 Informational concept on infrasound and its effects 2023 Monitoring Report on the …

… update on 01.03.2024 Oceans: Carbon dioxide reservoirs Besides soils and forest ecosystems, oceans and seas are among the largest global carbon reservoirs. They absorb … the same rate in all oceans. The speed at which ocean acidification occurs varies geographically and throughout the water column. Overall, colder waters absorb more … rising temperatures, eutrophication, or pollution from waste and pollutants. More information can be found in the results of the international ‘ Bioacid ’ project. …

… farm Source: Hrui / AdobeStock “Factor X” stands for an intelligent, efficient and environmentally friendly use of natural resources (e. g. raw materials, water, … The increasingly intensive use of natural resources by humans is causing ecosystems to exceed their stress limits and exacerbating global environmental …

… Soil   2023 Soil of the Year: Arable Soil   2022 Soil of the Year: Pelosol For more information go to Website Soil of the Year . 2021 Soil of the Year: Loess Soil For more information go to Website Soil of the Year . Poster and Flyer 2020 Soil of the Year: …

… will also fall slightly in 2020 and 2021. last update on 10.12.2025 The German Environment Agency has been publishing a report on the use of natural resources in … of the interfaces between individual resource categories ("nexus") and the "environmental impact of raw material extraction". The resource report is aimed at a … On the one hand, the report is intended to serve as a source of data information and a reference work; on the other hand, it provides arguments for …

… at the visitor center at our Dessau-Roßlau site. You can also visit a branch of our environmental library at our sites in Dessau-Roßlau, Bad Elster as well as at one of … consider going on our interactive virtual tour. Opening hours of the UBA building; information for prospective visitors (see below for group visits) Monday through …