… aus Biokunststoff Source: Francesca Schellhaas / photocase Bio-plastics - what are they? Can they be composted – or should they be disposed of in the yellow bin? Can … bio-based? Bio-based plastics are often only partially bio-based. The bio-based content can be determined experimentally in polymers and in products. The standards … terrariums and aviaries also does not belong in the compost. Collection bags (incl. contents) must not be left in the environment. Not even if they are biodegradable! …

… Antarctica from a bird’s eye view The vastness of Antarctica’s icy wilderness is interrupted only by a few mountain … on their own. This is generally the responsibility of the tour operator. Related contents Antragsformulare in der Übersicht Erhaltung der lebenden Meeresschätze der …

… Yachting in Antarctica To sail Antarctica on a private yacht – these people have fulfilled a lifelong dream. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Yachting … Guidelines for the Antarctic Visitor Guidelines for the Antarctic Associated content Links IAATO Briefing Film - Cruise Visitors IAATO Briefing Film - Going … Visitor Guidelines for the Antarctic Visitor Guidelines for the Antarctic Related contents Antragsformulare in der Übersicht Erhaltung der lebenden Meeresschätze der …

… Travelling by cruise ship to Antarctica Most visitors to Antarctica reach the perpetual ice by ship. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA There are no hotels, restaurants … to see the authorisation and other legal documents onboard the ship. Associated content Links IAATO Briefing Film - Cruise Visitors IAATO Briefing Film - Going … Visitor Guidelines for the Antarctic Visitor Guidelines for the Antarctic Related contents Antragsformulare in der Übersicht Erhaltung der lebenden Meeresschätze der …

… of chemicals and household products Environmentally conscious cleaning also keeps the oceans clean Source: FG II 2.3 / UBA last 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 washing and cleaning in an environmentally friendly …

… travel by bus and train Source: FG II 2.3 / UBA last update on 15.08.2025 The problem: The oceans absorb around a third of global emissions. This leads to ocean … Acidification affects calcifying organisms such as mussels and snails, which are at the base of the food chain. Changes in water chemistry can affect the entire …

… travel by bus and train Source: FG II 2.3 / UBA last update on 14.08.2025 The problem: The oceans have always been an indispensable source of food. But overfishing, … fishing methods are straining marine ecosystems. More and more fish species around the world are threatened by overfishing. Current fishing bans for cod and herring, …

… Noise in the sea Noise in the sea doesn't just disturb whales. How can it become quieter underwater …

… Marine litter in the sea Clean oceans are important for everyone: use reusable products! Source: Umweltbundesamt last update on 14.08.2025 The problem: Plastic pellets and products are a source of pollution throughout their … can be found at Abfällen im Meer and Webseite des Runden Tischs Meeresmüll .   … Marine litter in the sea …

… Pharmaceuticals in the sea Pharmaceuticals in the sea are unhealthy Source: Umweltbundesamt last update on …