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  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 28.01.2016

    Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM)

    … since 1993 on an annual basis, is the governing body of the Antarctic Treaty system. Only Consultative Parties have the power to make decisions provided for in … since 1993 on an annual basis, is the governing body of the Antarctic Treaty system. Only Consultative Parties have the power to make decisions provided for in …

  • Article from 19.05.2016 | Last changed: 19.05.2016

    Protected Areas under the CAMLR-Convention

    … of its marine biodiversity. It is the only way to guarantee protection of the ecosystems and natural marine resources in long-term. Proposals to declare MPAs in East … world's oceans by 2020 and for the establishment of a coherent and well-connected system of protected areas in order to preserve marine biodiversity. A mere four … of its marine biodiversity. It is the only way to guarantee protection of the ecosystems and natural marine resources in long-term. Proposals to declare MPAs in East …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Protected Areas in Antarctica

    Areas of special importance for Antarctica can be designated as Specially Protected Areas.

    … as Specially Protected Areas. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA The Antarctic Treaty System provides special protection for the Antarctic environment. This protection of … to selected marine areas and slow the ever increasing destruction of marine ecosystems. Fishing in MPAs is either subject to strict regulation or prohibited. On …

  • Article from 24.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    International activities in and around the Antarctic

    … bodies of the member states take on jointly on the basis of the Antarctic Treaty System. Also NGOs such as the Antarctic Ocean Alliance or the International … Association of Antarctic Tour Operators (IAATO) aim to preserve the unique ecosystem of the Antarctic. The UBA is heavily involved in this international work. Its …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty

    The Antarctic is protected by stringent environmental protection regulations.

    … the Antarctic Treaty itself – an equally important element of the Antarctic Treaty system. The Protocol has been ratified by 33 states since May 2013. last update on … of the territory covered by the treaty as well as its dependent and associated ecosystems. The Protocol establishes procedures and regulations valid for all parties … Antarctic Treaty (56.14 kB) Related contents Umweltvölkerrecht Das Antarktisvertragssystem Related publications Acting Globally Environmental Issues and Food Security …

  • Article from 24.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Antarctic Treaty System

    … Antarctic Treaty System From time to time one hears the question to whom the … heritage and belongs to everyone and to nobody in particular! The Antarctic Treaty System regulates both of these aspects. last update on 24.07.2013 The Antarctic …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Geology of the Antarctic

    The Antarctic continent is located on a continental plate called the Antarctic Plate.

    … for trains – Field data measurement and analysis on the ICE 3 air-cycle system Tags Antarctic Ocean Antarctica continent ice … When one considers the …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Satellite-based penguin monitoring

    The retreat of the Antarctic sea ice is also a threat to chinstrap penguins

    … the help of remote sensing. The Federal Environment Agency is campaigning for a system of international penguin monitoring and has already gained some promising … of 6°C over the past 50 years. This trend has widespread effects on the marine ecosystem and has released a cascade of changes. Satellite images taken in the past two … krill (Euphausia superba), one of the main sources of food in the Antarctic ecosystem. The distribution and concentration of krill in turn influences the …

  • Article from 23.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Antarctica

    Map of the Antarctic

    … for trains – Field data measurement and analysis on the ICE 3 air-cycle system Tags air temperature Antarctica ice … "Imagine a country as large as …

  • Article from 29.02.2016 | Last changed: 09.12.2020

    Underwater noise

    … such as the use of airguns to explore the ocean floor can also damage the hearing system (acoustic trauma) of a marine mammal and result in short-term or even … either too late or not at all (acoustic masking). Map of human impact on marine ecosystems, global shipping routes Source: Grolltech / derived from the work of T. … native to the Antarctic. Associated content Links Acoustic masking in marine ecosystems Population Consequences of other Disturbances Pressemitteilung (BMUB): …

  • Article from 29.02.2016 | Last changed: 18.03.2021

    Antarctic

    An appealing light blue iceberg floats in the nearly black water. The sky is gray and drab.

    … of it has grown steadily, and so has our responsibility for this fragile ecosystem. last update on 29.02.2016 Why the Antarctic must be protected The Antarctic is a natural ecosystem which is still largely free from human influence and of great scientific and …

  • Article from 16.12.2016 | Last changed: 13.01.2022

    Protocol on Water and Health

    a women is drinking a glass of water

    … guidance Taking policy action to improve small-scale water supply and sanitation systems. Tools and good practices from the pan-European Region with recommendations … support policy makers in developing strategies for sustainable financing of small systems, the guidance Costing and financing of small-scale water supply and …