… ammonia emission reductions can only be achieved through efficient measures in the political process. At an international expert workshop, problems arising in the derivation of emission factors for NH3 and nitrogen oxides after N-fertiliser application were discussed. An overview of this issue is given in the report. Eine zielgenaue Ammoniak-Emissionsminderung  kann nur durch effiziente …

… gas emissions in China Status, potential and challenges This report describes the current state of agriculture in China, focusing on the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions it produces and the relevant climate and other socioeconomic policies that affect its development. …

… Plant protection products, human and veterinary pharmaceuticals, biocides and other chemicals can reach surface waters during their life cycles, by direct or diffuse entry routes or because they are in …

… Anton Gvozdikov/FOTOLIA.com Public institutions organise a high number of meetings, conferences and similar events each year. Such events might have a very different impact on the environment. Environmental matters and far-reaching aspects of sustainability …

… from an environmental and transport policy perspective Around €47 billion of the costs incurred by car traffic are not covered by the taxes and duties currently levied. Therefore road user charging systems are appropriate. Download Series background …

… its impact on natural resources and climate change needs to be better understood. The UBA research project ‘Digitalisation and resources (DigitalRessourcen)’ investigates these interrelations with the aim of identifying strategic levers for sustainable …

… matters Potentials for Offset Approaches in Selected Sectors post 2020 The report develops an assessment framework that policy makers can use to determine whether offsets can add value while ensuring the environmental integrity of a …

… based on natural refrigerants with negligible or insignificant effect on the environment and climate have experienced a renaissance in recent years. A … applications has been developed and has now reached a technical level that makes their use economically viable. Because natural refrigerants require careful … of servicing personnel. This guidance document presents recommendations for the implementation of relevant EU legislation, which have been derived from …

… harmful routines be broken down? This publication provides answers to these questions and uses the latest findings from psychology, cognitive science and behavioral economics. An essential part of the publication is a checklist for the development of behavior-oriented instruments. …

… its impact on natural resources and climate change needs to be better understood. The UBA research project ‘Digitalisation and resources (DigitalRessourcen)’ investigates these interrelations with the aim of identifying strategic levers for sustainable …

… Rechenberg (deputising for Maria Krautzberger) Source: IDZ | Kühnapfel Fotografie The following contents contain this medium: Federal Environment Minister and President of German …