… owing to heat or drought, further increases in temperature and increasing drought caused by climate change will have detrimental impacts on timber growth. In general it … – for instance owing to unfavourable weather conditions – it may be possible to use targeted silvicultural management measures to actively reduce stand density and … owing to heat or drought, further increases in temperature and increasing drought caused by climate change will have detrimental impacts on timber growth. In general it …

… on environmental information for consumers, we expect companies to increasingly use trustworthy seals such as the Blue Angel and to reduce misleading claims.” The … New EU rules against greenwashing adopted Success against greenwashing/Zalando removes misleading advertisi Forum on Sustainable Consumption on 27 February …

… recycling must increase Electrical and electronic equipment does not belong in household waste. Source: mekcar / Fotolia.com All products that have a plug, a battery … they can be recycled in an environmentally sound and high-quality manner. And because this is not always clear, the motto of this year's “E-Waste Day” points this … devices are disposed of incorrectly – for example in residual or bulky waste, in used textile containers, in construction waste or metal scrap.” As a result, raw …

… Ecodesign Directive as well as design education and training are key to this, because a sustainable future worth living must also be designed and therefore we need … and Hendrik Roch, Fraunhofer-Institut UMSICHT  Stephan Rabl, Handelsverband Deutschland (HDE)  Dr. Dominik Klepper, Markenverband Johanna Kardel, Verbraucherzentrale … Glomb and Rasa Weber, of Studio Blond & Bieber for their Algaemy project which uses algae as a pigment in textile printing. Source: Sandra Kühnapfel / Kühnapfel …

… data as well as climate-related data are averaged over periods of 30 years. Using the so-called phenological clock to compare the mean starting points of … to changed climatic conditions. On the other, changes in development cycles caused by climate change also indicate consequential impacts on biodiversity. … and can ultimately put animal and plant species at risk. For example, in the Netherlands it was proven that in pied flycatcher (Ficedula hypoleuca) populations the …

… the Marine Strategy Framework Directive which states that marine litter may not cause harm. The participants develop recommendations for action to combat marine … cosmetics, tyres, the retail trade, science, authorities at the federal, Land and municipal level, tourism, environmental associations and artists. …

… increasing warming and acidification of the oceans are particularly relevant. For inland water fisheries and fish farming in aquacultures, higher water temperatures and … other stress factors such as habitat loss, marine pollution and fisheries. Stress caused by increased ocean temperatures: As cold-blooded animals, fish are strongly … affecting coastal ecosystems and the fishing industry. Nutrient input from the land is one of the main causes of the "dead zones" in coastal waters. The high …

… too. Last but not least, plastic is increasingly entering the environment because people carelessly litter it with items such as coffee cups, cigarette butts or … bags. In the new publication the authors explain what plastics are and the methods used to study and measure them in the environment. They show their presence in the …

… is not cleaned up it can trigger or worsen respiratory diseases such as asthma or cause allergic reaction. The re-edited and updated mould manual from the German … to the naked eye, but a musty smell is a telltale sign of its presence. The main cause of mould formation is always excessive humidity. This may be due to structural … base. Others who are affected by mould (building residents) will also find useful tips and advice on how to handle mould. Associated content Publications …

… linked to coal-phase out Emissions trading provides incentives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Source: kbarzycki / stock.adobe.com For the first time, Germany … effect': Without additional cancellation, the freed-up certificates could be used to emit more CO2 elsewhere in the European Union and other countries participating in the trading system (Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein). The emission reductions associated with the coal …

… (DEHSt) at the German Environment Agency (UBA) provides a detailed report on greenhouse gas emissions from fixed installations subject to emissions trading and in … emissions trading system can provide significant impetus in this regard.” Jürgen Landgrebe, Head of Division V Climate Protection, Energy, German Emissions Trading … ETS will also create considerable financial leeway in the EU. These funds must be used for targeted support and to cushion societal efforts aimed at decarbonisation. …

… are required to participate. Press release No. 10/2024 | 11.03.2024 Jürgen Landgrebe, Head of the “Climate Protection, Energy, German Emissions Trading Centre” … reporting obligation, including, for example, a list of default values that may be used until 31 July 2024 for simplification purposes. Importers can and must check …