… Study on nature-based solutions for global climate protection Nature-based solutions … project critically assesses the global mitigation potential of NbS in relevant studies for forests, croplands, grasslands, terrestrial and coastal wetlands, and … and the environment The uncertainties associated with quantifying the mitigation effects of NbS should not be used as an argument against their implementation. …

… the effort to integrate renewables in the power grid. These are the findings of a study done on behalf of the German Environment Agency (UBA). “More flexible power … said UBA President Maria Krautzberger. The nine industrial sectors examined in the study show a technical potential to reduce demand by about 6 gigawatts (GW), or … about 7% of German annual peak load. Press release No. 38/2015 | 29.10.2015 The UBA study interviewed 25 companies from the following industrial sectors and industrial …

… Beier / Fotolia.com Airborne ultrafine particles can be harmful to human health. A study by the German Environment Agency (UBA) at Frankfurt Airport has demonstrated … against individual measurements in the vicinity of Frankfurt/Main Airport. The study did not investigate the health impact of the higher UFP exposure on the local … fees could provide important incentives to reduce emissions. The models used in the study are not yet able to capture all details. The results therefore show a …

… innovation, political commitment, and a national framework and incentives. An UBA study examined six urban areas in six countries. 30.07.2021 The aim of the “Urban … for urban environmental protection and sustainable urban development The case studies determined that the biggest challenges facing urban environmental protection are air pollution, climate change and its effects, land sealing/land degradation, waste management and water management – …

… Cornerstones of Socially Just Environmental and Climate Policy A new UBA study outlines guiding principles and concrete measures aimed at easing the burden … fuels—such as through CO₂ pricing—drives up the cost of petrol, oil and gas. A new study commissioned by the German Environment Agency (UBA) explores how climate and … introduction of a socially graduated climate allowance The UBA will incorporate the study’s findings into its future work and will conduct further research projects on …

… Insufficient recycling capacities for dismantling wind-powered installations UBA study examines environmental aspects of recycling old wind-powered installations Old … and could cover expected costs. The study also explores regulations that should be effective when the dismantling of wind turbines occurs. Environmental protection, …

… The main reason is how the feed is produced. These are the results of a study commissioned by the German Environment Agency (UBA) which analysed the … costs (as high as 34 euro cents). Press release No. 39/2021 | 28.09.2021 The german study " Sichtbarmachung versteckter Umweltkosten der Landwirtschaft am Beispiel von … milk production for different, typical regions of milk production in Germany. The study differentiated between conventional and organic production as well as farm …

… preventing extreme noise emissions in road traffic. This is according to a recent study for the German Environment Agency (UBA). Various brand-new motorcycles and … the test procedure, which has so far focused on local driving conditions, cannot effectively prevent particularly loud noise emissions. Associated content Links More …

… climate change as sources of greenhouse gases – this is the conclusion of a new UBA study. Modified water bodies in particular emit carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous … the stored gases into the atmosphere and contribute to the greenhouse gas (GHG) effect. Anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions from water bodies Bodies of water … areas are highly effective. Conclusion The evaluation of over 250 scientific studies has shown that emissions from water bodies are underestimated in previous …

… plants to the changed climate. On the other hand, they can also have consequential effects on biodiversity, potentially leading to a situation which ultimately puts … for years by means of so-called phenological observations. These nationwide studies involve the beginning of certain periodically recurring biological phenomena …

… of new land is consumed every day in Germany. This urban sprawl has severe negative effects on the environment, which is why the German National Sustainability Strategy … municipalities.   The pilot project demonstrates that the trading scheme works and effectively reduces land take. Land certificate trading also ensures the prevention …

… Rotor blade recycling from A to Z Survey study presents available and environmentally friendly techniques Wind turbines in a … It was therefore difficult to assess or evaluate the technology or cost effectiveness of recycling. Dirk Messner, President of the German Environment …