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  • Press release 13/2014 from 21.03.2014 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Top marks for northern Germany’s lakes

    a big lake with transparent water, reed and trees

    … as Lake Plön in Schleswig-Holstein. These good reviews are cause for the Federal Environment Agency to declare the deep, oligotrophic lakes of northern Germany as … as Lake Plön in Schleswig-Holstein. These good reviews are cause for the Federal Environment Agency to declare the deep, oligotrophic lakes of northern Germany as … of the EU Water Framework Directive. These good reviews are cause for the Federal Environment Agency to declare them as “Water Type of the Year 2014” on the occasion …

  • Press release 07/2018 from 22.03.2018 | Last changed: 05.04.2018

    Sandy lowland river: Water Type of the Year 2018

    Der Fluss Nieplitz

    … status The "Nieplitz" - a sandy lowland river Source: Jörg Schönfelder The German Environment Agency (UBA) has named the sandy lowland river the Water Type of the … improved protection. These are the conclusions of two new studies by the German Environment Agency on the condition of water bodies in Germany: “Waters in Germany: … "green" infrastructures can replace or complement technical structures and mitigate environmental impact. Associated content Vorkommen des Gewässertyp 2018 - sandiger …

  • News from 11.12.2018 | Last changed: 11.12.2018

    International Mountain Day 2018: Sustainable Alps

    A lake with mountains around it and blue sky.

    … than the worldwide average, with serious consequences for the flora and the living environment of humans and animals. Therefore, this region is regarded as an … each of us, by using the hashtag “#MountainsMatter” in social networks. The German Environment Agency recently published the background paper “Green Economy in the …

  • Press release 28/2016 from 16.09.2016 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    European Mobility Week brings sustainable mobility a step closer

    a lot of colourful bicycles in a bicycle stand

    … establish measures which make local transport more sustainable for the climate and environment. Mobility-related campaigns are taking place in some 2,000 cities and municipalities across Europe. The German Environment Agency (UBA) took over coordination of the EMW in Germany this year. …

  • Press release 32/2023 from 15.09.2023 | Last changed: 30.11.2023

    European Mobility Week: Sustainable mobility saves energy

    A banner reads: "European Mobility Week 16 to 22 September Mix and Move! - climate-friendly mobility."

    … to fewer emissions, lower costs, a higher quality of life and thus protects the environment at the same time. The creative activities during EMW are intended to … established in consultation with citizens to make local transport more climate and environmentally friendly in the long term. At the same time, further actions will …

  • Press release 49/2022 from 05.12.2022 | Last changed: 08.12.2022

    14 projects to be honoured with the German Ecodesign Award 2022

    photo of the jury in front of a building

    … Joint press release by the German Environment Agency, Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, … point of the award is that it combines outstanding design with ecological aspects. Environmentally friendly products and services are the key to sustainable …

  • Press release 05/2014 from 29.01.2014 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Putting power gluttons on a diet

    smartphones

    … save 250 euros through more economical use of energy. A new brochure by the Federal Environment Agency (UBA) about saving energy in the home (Energiesparen im Haushalt) … product size group. Consumer goods that have the Blue Angel ecolabel are the most environmentally friendly in that product group. Associated content Links order free …

  • Press release 54/2020 from 17.11.2020 | Last changed: 23.11.2020

    Coronavirus in schools: Air purifiers alone are not enough – room ventilation is still key

    Schülerinnen und Schüler melden sich.

    … of a recent statement by the Indoor Air Hygiene Commission (IRK) at the German Environment Agency (UBA). The Commission recommends the use of air purifiers in … open windows as the first and most important measure, in accordance with the German Environment Agency's guidelines of 15 October 2020. The guidelines state that … of a recent statement by the Indoor Air Hygiene Commission (IRK) at the German Environment Agency (UBA). The Commission recommends the use of air purifiers in …

  • Press release 46/2024 from 02.12.2024 | Last changed: 05.12.2024

    13th German Ecodesign Award honours ten outstanding ideas for the future

    Auf dem Bild sind alle Mitglieder der Jury für den Bundespreis Ecodesign 2024 zu sehen.

    … Joint press release by the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV), … pioneers in their respective sectors and combine outstanding design with reduced environmental impact.” ⁠ UBA ⁠President Dirk Messner: “This year's award winners are …

  • Press release 44/2023 from 04.12.2023 | Last changed: 11.12.2023

    The German Ecodesign Award 2023 goes to twelve pioneering projects

    The jury posing in front of a building

    … Joint press release by the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV), the German Environment Agency (UBA) and the International Design Centre Berlin (IDZ) The German … of change. The efficient use of resources as well as improved design reduce the environmental impacts of products throughout their entire life cycle.” The German …

  • Press release 44/2015 from 03.12.2015 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Ten million hectares of arable land worldwide are 'lost' every year

    very dry soil

    … Joint press release by the German Environment Agency and the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development … hence conflicts and migration", said Maria Krautzberger, President of the German Environment Agency (UBA) on World Soil Day. Press release No. 44/2015 | 03.12.2015 … hence conflicts and migration", said Maria Krautzberger, President of the German Environment Agency (UBA) on World Soil Day. … The International Year of Soils has …

  • News from 26.02.2021 | Last changed: 07.04.2021

    Video lecture series on climate change and health

    A sweaty man sits in his office in a shirt and tie, wiping his brow.

    … a strain on people's health. Source: creatas / Thinkstock How do climate change and environmental degradation affect human health? What can people in the health … health in the context of education for transformative action, for which the German Environment Agency (UBA) and the Federal Ministry for Environment (BMU) provided …