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  • Article from 11.08.2022 | Last changed: 13.10.2025

    Fachbibliothek Umwelt (Environmental Library)

    View into the environmental library in Dessau

    Fachbibliothek Umwelt (Environmental Library) The Fachbibliothek Umwelt is the largest environmental … for the UBA’s research, as well as for many external users. It has grown to become the largest environmental library in the German-speaking world. last update … (Bismarckplatz) will remain closed until about 2025/26 due to renovation and modernization work. The address of the temporary accommodation, which will also …

  • Article from 10.03.2014 | Last changed: 15.12.2025

    Contaminated sites

    Graphic realization of a multifarious land use

    … According to the Federal Soil Protection Act ( BBodSchG), contaminated sites are abandoned industrial sites or abandoned waste disposal sites that have caused harmful … by improper treatment, storage or disposal of waste and/or the improper handling of environmentally hazardous substances. last update on 10.03.2014 Introduction Since …

  • Article from 10.12.2025 | Last changed: 10.12.2025

    Sustainable resource use in the leisure sector

    Top view of a soccer field

    … Anton Mazaev / Adobe Stock Leisure activities are important for our well-being and quality of life. We meet friends, pursue our hobbies or go travelling. These … These are not available in unlimited quantities and their use can have negative environmental consequences . Some products and services in the leisure sector … the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV) on behalf of the German Environment Agency. Research …

  • Article from 02.08.2023 | Last changed: 23.10.2025

    Guarantees of origin for renewable energy sources

    … electricity has increased dramatically in recent years in Germany. Electricity consumers need to be confident that the green electricity they pay for does in fact … Guarantees of origin (GO) prove the origin of renewable energy in a transparent way and provide electricity consumers the necessary reliability. last update on …

  • Article from 20.04.2015 | Last changed: 28.04.2023

    The CORINE Land Cover (CLC) program

    CORINE Land Cover 2006

    The CORINE Land Cover (CLC) program CORINE Land Cover 2006 Source: Umweltbundesamt Land cover is a key indicator of anthropogenic environmental pollution. The EU’s CORINE Land Cover (CLC, Coordination of …

  • Article from 20.05.2022 | Last changed: 18.07.2022

    Good to know about nanomaterials

    Nano structures

    … The Federal Environment Agency supports an objective debate on the chances and risks which nanotechnology involves. It wants to help promote the opportunities … contribution to the test guideline development in the field of ecotoxicology, environmental fate and physical-chemical characterization. Nanomaterials and the … of adverse effects and establish transparency for manufacturers, distributors and consumers. The European Commission established a European Observatory for …

  • Article from 04.08.2015 | Last changed: 17.11.2025

    Soil protection law

    paragraphs

    … AllebaziB / Fotolia.com Regulations in soil protection law exist at both national and European level. The numerous EU provisions must be implemented into national … in this context. The legal regulations regarding waste contain guidelines for the environmentally sound recycling and disposal of waste. Nature conservation law The …

  • Article from 20.11.2025 | Last changed: 24.11.2025

    Evaluation Criteria and Guidelines

    Evaluation Criteria and Guidelines last update on 20.11.2025 Introduction Pursuant to the 2nd amendment … 2023. According to section 15 (2) of the TrinkwV, evaluation criteria documents become legally binding two years after they have been issued by UBA. After this … of conformity of product hygiene suitability for drinking water The German Environmental Agency is mandated to publish evaluation criteria documents for …

  • Article from 05.03.2025 | Last changed: 05.03.2025

    Distributing drinking water

    … Ordinance all the way to the tap. Its distribution via the water company’s mains and the drinking water systems of individual buildings brings it into contact with a … drinking water quality, for instance by flushing standing water (stagnant water), regularly flushing through little-used pipeline sections and alerting the operator … Related publications Urease- and nitrification inhibitors for climate and environmental protection: opportunity or risk? Contaminants in water resources: …

  • Article from 19.07.2024 | Last changed: 19.07.2024

    Questions and Answers on Water Reuse

    Questions and Answers on Water Reuse Water reuse can help alleviate water shortages. But reclaimed water can contain pathogens and pollutants. Questions and answers on the proposal for a regulation submitted by … between various suitability classes in accordance with the intended application. … Questions and Answers on Water Reuse

  • Article from 14.04.2023 | Last changed: 16.08.2023

    Micropollutants in Water Bodies

    … Micropollutants in Water Bodies Residues of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, biocides and other chemicals can have effects on the environment and human health even in low … control during authorisation, the manufacturing companies must disclose all environmental data for micropollutant evaluation. This also applies to active … products that have been on the market for a long time. Moreover, research into environmentally compatible active substances needs to be increased as well. As a …