… The commission examines key issues relating to better resource management and the Circular Economy and develops possible ideas, strategies, and pathways toward … e.g., on visions for resources conservation in society, sustainable approaches to a circular economy, and the transfer of knowledge to society. In the next three years, …

… exist in particular with the field of action of the economy (e.g. designation of suitable sites for industry, commerce and service facilities), the energy industry (e.g. designation of wind power sites), transport planning (e.g. expansion of transport …

… In addition to implementing tax instruments, the strategy also addresses product design and aims at the improvement of general conditions for appliance repair in … of minimum requirements for reparability and durability under the EU Ecodesign Directive Information on reparability and repair services as well as … services to be customer-oriented and to be factored in already at the product design phase. The EU Ecodesign Directive should serve as a guideline. The Blue Angel …

… and purpose-oriented information for repair, reuse and recycling, could promote the circular economy and conserve resources. It could also overcome the challenge of … of the product life cycle and can be used for various purposes in all these phases (design, manufacture, use, disposal). Structuring environmentally relevant data in a …

… proposals on how a systemic approach to pollution prevention and reduction could be designed. Press release No. 38/2021 | 17.09.2021 One example of the existing …

… as secondhand, borrowing, swapping or repairing, are increasing, leading to more circularity and ⁠sufficiency⁠. However, due to the current environment, these models … (in German) The UBA research agenda “Urban environmental protection” German Ecodesign Award Publications Innenentwicklung in städtischen Quartieren: Die Bedeutung …

… Determined Contributions (NDCs). The research project “Systematic analysis of the design of new and updated nationally determined contributions under the Paris Agreement” developed a method, which allows for a systematic analysis of the design of the NDC, including a comparison with the previously submitted NDC. Besides …

… are recovered. In addition, there are financial incentives for producers to design packaging to be more recyclable, to consume fewer resources and to make more … More recycling is necessary to conserve valuable resources. The planning and design of new packaging must include the use of recyclates and forgo the use of any … are recovered. In addition, there are financial incentives for producers to design packaging to be more recyclable, to consume fewer resources and to make more …

… areas were presented. These include critical issues such as resilient net-zero circular production systems, biodiversity and climate, sustainable urbanization, and …

… across Europe, presented in Brussels on 20 June 2025. Nearly 2,300 officially designated bathing sites in German lakes, rivers, and coastal areas met the minimum … across Europe, presented in Brussels on 20 June 2025. Nearly 2,300 officially designated bathing sites in German lakes, rivers, and coastal areas met the minimum …