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  • Press release 24/2024 from 28.05.2024 | Last changed: 31.05.2024

    German bathing waters rated excellent again

    Children jump in a lake.

    … by the EU commission’s report on the quality of European bathing water, which was presented in Brussels on 28 May 2024. Overall, 98 percent of official German bathing … by the EU commission’s report on the quality of European bathing water, which was presented in Brussels on 28 May 2024. Overall, 98 percent of official German bathing …

  • Press release 26/2025 from 20.06.2025 | Last changed: 24.06.2025

    Bathing waters in Germany once again receive top marks

    Zwei Menschen rennen freudig ins Wasser.

    … by the European Commission’s annual report on bathing water quality across Europe, presented in Brussels on 20 June 2025. Nearly 2,300 officially designated bathing … by the European Commission’s annual report on bathing water quality across Europe, presented in Brussels on 20 June 2025. Nearly 2,300 officially designated bathing …

  • Press release 03/2024 from 16.01.2024 | Last changed: 18.01.2024

    Federal “Blue Compass” award launches in new round of competition

    Grafik mit der Aufschrift "Bundespreis Blauer Kompass – Jetzt mit Ihrem Projekt bewerben!" in weißen Buchstaben auf einem blau-grünen Hintergrund. Oben rechts sind die Logos des Bundesumweltministeriums und des Umweltbundesamtes zu sehen.

    … federal award as part of an online webinar (“ZKA Spotlight”) on 28 February 2024. Presentation of awards in September Following the application phase, the Federal … in each category at the end of June 2024. In addition, a “Community Award” will be presented, for which interested members of the public can vote online at  … about each of the award-winning projects. The “Blue Compass” federal award is presented every two years and the competition will take place for the fifth time in …

  • Press release 28/2024 from 06.06.2024 | Last changed: 21.06.2024

    The German Environment Agency celebrates 50 years of environmental protection at its Dessau site

    Zu sehen ist das Hauptgeäude des Umweltbundesamtes in Dessau-Roßlau. Im Anschtt befindet sich ein Teil der bunten Fassade sowie die Blickrichtiung zum gläsernen Haupteingang.

    … for children and adults. More than ten organisations from the region will be presenting their work in and for Dessau. Visitors can generate their own electricity … to look back together on the past 50 years and look ahead to the future, to present our work, engage in dialogue and celebrate together. On this day, we want to …

  • Press release 26/2021 from 01.06.2021 | Last changed: 04.06.2021

    Germany's bathing waters: excellent

    Ein Badegewässer

    … unlikely. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there is no evidence at present that the virus is transmitted via water. However, people who suffer from an …

  • 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."

    … show what sustainable mobility can look like on the ground: Mobility options are presented, tested and the street environment is changed in such a way that the focus …

  • Press release 07/2020 from 12.02.2020 | Last changed: 08.04.2020

    Art and the environment “Zero Waste” exhibition in Leipzig

    Ein Frauengesicht mit Plastikstücken

    … installation to question the sustainability of donated clothing. Nadine Fecht presents both large-format drawings, in which everyday urban waste makes a very … and to mitigate it by planting the equivalent number of trees. “Zero Waste” presents works by Irwan Ahmett & Tita Salina, Michel de Broin, Nadine Fecht, Vibha …

  • Press release 33/2023 from 18.09.2023 | Last changed: 20.09.2023

    Looking for ideas on living with climate change

    A road sign „Bürgerbeteiligung“ (civic participation) and „Politikverdrossenheit“ (disenchantment with politics)

    … is currently refining the German ⁠Adaptation Strategy from 2008 and intends to present a new precautionary climate change adaptation strategy by the end of 2024. …

  • Article from 15.05.2020 | Last changed: 15.05.2020

    Headaches

    A child that holds its head.

    … a room with “bad air” can trigger headaches in some people. Pollutants that can be present in indoor air and might cause headaches are: Tobacco Smoke: Already i n the … reasons to provide clean air for people suffering from headaches. As pollutants present in indoor air can cause headaches, it is important to ensure for sufficient … a room with “bad air” can trigger headaches in some people. Pollutants that can be present in indoor air and might cause headaches are: Tobacco Smoke: Already i n the …

  • Article from 25.02.2014 | Last changed: 14.11.2025

    Learning about and experiencing soil

    Anthill in forest

    … which is operated by Bundesverband Boden, contains comprehensive and clearly presented information on all soil related matters. In May 2013, a content management … which is operated by Bundesverband Boden, contains comprehensive and clearly presented information on all soil related matters. In May 2013, a content management …

  • Article from 29.05.2024 | Last changed: 17.11.2025

    Soil of the Year

    Red grapes on a vineyard.

    … beneath our feet, each December 5th, on World Soil Day, the Soil of the Year is presented. A panel of experts selects the soil in question. In announcing the Soil … beneath our feet, each December 5th, on World Soil Day, the Soil of the Year is presented. A panel of experts selects the soil in question. In announcing the Soil …