… for example with respect to qualification of operators, resource protection and surveillance. Generating an enabling environment is therefore important for … protection for drinking-water In Germany, the requirements governing drinking water quality must be met by all drinking water supplies, regardless of their size, the quantity supplied, the number of persons served, or organizational and ownership structures. Therefore, all minimum requirements stipulated in the …

… of the pulmonary function. Air pollutants might play a role in the development and course of the disease. last update on 05.02.2018 Prevalence of COPD in Germany … a triggering factor as well as air pollution at the workplace caused by chemicals and dust. COPD is one of the most prevalent occupational diseases in Germany. Asthma … condition. In particular, the trend to use indoor air fresheners to mask a poor air quality increases the concentration of VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds), thus …

… To capture the availability of Human Biomonitoring data in the EU member states and to better understand the health impacts of exposure to harmful substances, the … the environment, cause costs to health systems and lead to reduced environmental quality. Hence, the EU 7th Environment Action Programme aimed to “safeguard the … Biomarkers of exposure were complemented with biomarkers of effect as a proof of concept to increase the weight of evidence of exposure-health outcome associations …

… Bio-based and biodegradable plastics Einwegtüte aus Biokunststoff Source: Francesca … they be disposed of in the yellow bin? Can bioplastics rot in the forest? Bio-based and biodegradable plastics raise many questions that we would like to answer in this … together with conventional PET bottles. It is important that the highest possible quality of mechanical recycling takes place, regardless of the raw material source. …

… Responsible use of chemicals and household products Environmentally conscious … update on 15.08.2025 What's the problem? Chemicals from cleaning agents, pesticides and household waste end up in rivers and ultimately in the sea. What can be done? By …

… The problem: Underwater noise from human activity can disturb marine life and, in some cases, harm it by impairing hearing. Underwater noise can also disrupt the communication and orientation of marine life, which in the worst case can lead to stranding or population decline. Whales, dolphins and seals are particularly affected, …

… Source: Umweltbundesamt last update on 14.08.2025 The problem: Plastic pellets and products are a source of pollution throughout their lifecycle as they leak into the environment, release harmful chemicals and emit greenhouse gases. Marine litter consists mainly of plastics and poses a serious threat to organisms and habitats. In particular, entanglement …