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  • KomPass: Area of action adaptation from 15.07.2022 | Last changed: 08.01.2026

    Adaptation: Field of Action Agriculture

    Field with farming tailer - a single spike in the foreground

    … are certain varieties of corn, millet and other warmth-loving species that use water effectively. For example, the cultivation of soybeans has expanded … energy consumption, the provision of an adequate water supply, and the risk of soil watering. In viticulture, wind turbines and wind machines can be used to mix cold …

  • Newsletter from 15.02.2018 | Last changed: 15.02.2018

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 1/2018

    … can happen when bacteria come into contact with antibiotic residues in soils, groundwater, rivers or lakes. Please, read in this newsletter edition what can be done … the antibiotic residues excreted by the treated farm animals can reach soils, groundwater and water bodies where problems may arise: microorganisms causing diseases in …

  • Cover from 15.08.2025

    Here is why you should care about the ocean

    Seal on the beach

    … far from the coasts. Marine protection starts on land Many pollutants in marine waters originate on land. Even activities that take place far from the coast can …

  • Newsletter from 26.04.2018 | Last changed: 26.04.2018

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 2/2018

    … German) Environment at international level EU Stakeholders discuss requirements for water reuse The use of treated wastewater, e.g. for agricultural irrigation, can alleviate pressures on water resources. …

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    HMP Birthday Calendar: January

    Photo of a wintery water body featuring the text: Do not dispose of medicines via the toilet or sink – this protects our waters

    … HMP Birthday Calendar: January Drug residues enter water bodies because most active pharmaceutical substances are excreted by the human body after ingestion and are not retained by wastewater treatment plants. The improper disposal of unused medicines via the toilet or …

  • Newsletter from 07.06.2023 | Last changed: 07.06.2023

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 3/2023

    … Climate / Energy Health Chemicals Noise Economy / Consumption Waste / Resources Air Water Agriculture Soil / Land Sustainability / Strategies / International Matters … UBA fouling atlas for boat owners describes the fouling conditions in German waters. It also gives recommendations for effective and environmentally friendly …

  • Press release 60/08 from 18.08.2008 | Last changed: 03.07.2013

    Online now: The new H2O-Wissen media database

    … Online now: The new H2O-Wissen media database Teaching materials on the subject of water and protection of waters available in time for back-to-school season The Federal Environment Agency’s …

  • Newsletter from 02.06.2025 | Last changed: 02.06.2025

    The Latest from UBA - No.: 3/2025

    … Rubrics Climate / Energy Chemicals Economy / Consumption Waste / Resources Air Water Sustainability / Strategies / International matters Digitalisation UBA News … Samples through Non-Target Screening Polyquaternium (PQ) compounds are water soluble polymers which are widely used in high volumes, e.g. in body care …

  • Newsletter from 25.10.2023 | Last changed: 25.10.2023

    Newsletter "UBA aktuell" - No.: 5/2023

    … Climate / Energy Health Chemicals Transport Economy / Consumption Waste / Resources Water Sustainability / Strategies / International Matters Digitalisation UBA News … at the German Environment Agency, as well as the need for improved protection of water resources. We hope you find it an interesting read The Press Office of the … substances (PFAS, C4-C13 carboxylic and sulfonic acids) regulated in the Drinking Water Ordinance as well as 4 substitutes (GenX, ADONA, 6:2 FTSA, C604). The aim was …

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    Initial measure to start restoration at the Fulda river in Hesse (2018)

    Aerial view of the Fulda. A number of large stones were installed diagonally into the riverbed. Erosion has started at the opposite riverbank.

    … At the Fulda, stones were installed diagonally into the riverbed to divert the water flow. As a result, the riverbank on the opposite side began to erode, and the … At the Fulda, stones were installed diagonally into the riverbed to divert the water flow. As a result, the riverbank on the opposite side began to erode, and the …