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  • Article from 15.01.2021 | Last changed: 15.01.2021

    Notification procedure

    Cars waiting to be scrapped

    … also applies to wastes for which a permit is required. last update on 15.01.2021 The procedure of prior written consent comprises requirements concerning prior … dispatch (export country), the competent authority in the country of destination (import country) and the competent authority(ies) of transit have consented. The … authority of the Federal State in which the waste transport begins. In the case of imports, which state is responsible depends on where the waste will be treated, …

  • Article from 09.09.2022 | Last changed: 12.09.2022

    Information requirements

    Paper being bundled for recycling

    … transfrontier without written consent. Such movements must be documented using the form “Consignment Information”, insofar as not otherwise stipulated by … Moreover, third countries are entitled to expressly require notification concerning imports of green-listed waste, or to ban such imports entirely. In addition, …

  • Article from 10.03.2021 | Last changed: 13.02.2025

    Focal Point to the Basel Convention (Germany)

    Garbage truck

    Focal Point to the Basel Convention (Germany) Garbage truck transporting waste Source: photo 5000 / … For more detailed information concerning transfrontier shipment of wastes see the article by Joachim Wuttke titled "Transfrontier Shipment of Wastes" and a guide ( … to the Basel Convention on 9th and 10th October 2014 in Dessau. Associated content Links Secretariat of Basel Convention Colloquium: 20 Years Focal Point to the Basel …

  • Article from 05.04.2022 | Last changed: 13.01.2023

    Legal Basis

    Golden paragraph mark surrounded by grey and white paragraph sign

    … Laws and regulations concerning transfrontier shipment of waste are based on the Basel Convention. The EU has transposed the procedural rules of Basel Convetion … please refer to the text of the WSR. See also a more detailed description in this article . The table below provides a rough outline only. Simplified overwiev of … regulation authorities, customs and road control) is necessary. Associated content Links Regulation (EC) No 1013/2006 on shipments of waste Waste Shipment Act – …

  • Article from 11.01.2019 | Last changed: 15.04.2020

    Transfrontier shipment of wastes

    garbage dump and seagulls

    … waste from simply being shipped to a landfill abroad. Source: CC Vision As late as the mid 1970s, hazardous waste has been disposed of illegally in Germany and abroad. … provisions to the Waste Shipment Regulation governing in particular compulsory re-importing requirements; financial guarantee; allocation of competences (competent … advice and information concerning transfrontier waste movements. Associated content Links BMU European Commission European Union Network Implementation and Enforcement …

  • Article from 23.03.2021 | Last changed: 23.03.2021

    Environmental law

    The statue of Justitia

    … Environmental law The purpose of environmental law is to implement environmental protection. Source: … (for example, international environmental law, the relevant provisions of EU law, Article 20a of the Basic Law (Germany’s constitution)), cross-cutting legislation …

  • Article from 18.11.2025 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    Greenhouse gas-neutral administrations: Empowering professionals

    keywhole in concrete wall

    … gas-neutral administrations: Empowering professionals Keyhole in concrete wall let the green come in Source: diego1012 / Fotolia.com Greenhouse gas-neutral … gas-neutral administrations | German Evironment Agency Associated content Links The path to greenhouse gas neutral administration Documents Concept note …

  • Article from 29.05.2023 | Last changed: 07.01.2026

    Information about chemicals in consumer products

    … products Sports articles can contain substances which can harm human health or the environment Source: Quelle: photophonie / Fotolia.com Substances and mixtures … the exact substance (e.g. curcumin or E 100). The presence of any of the 14 most important substances or products causing allergies or intolerances, such as nuts, or … package insert of medicines and ask your doctor or pharmacist. Associated content Links Chemicals/REACH Classification and labelling of chemicals Cleaning agents and …

  • Article from 15.06.2023 | Last changed: 07.08.2023

    Campaign for a sustainable rat management (KaRMa)

    Don't feed rats

    … Co. KG KaRMa serves municipalities to make urban habitats less attractive to rats. The campaign aims to reduce food availability in parks, playgrounds and sewers, so … use of the motifs and make your citizens aware of this issue - you will make an important contribution to health and environmental protection in your municipality! … management – Material for public relations Next Previous caption Associated content Links Pest control and building protection in municipalities (German) Rodenticides …

  • Article from 05.04.2016 | Last changed: 05.04.2016

    Landfill

    Leafy landfill, fenced

    … Landfill Landfills are the last waste management option, if waste can not be recycled. Source: Bernd … are landfill sites that are subject to limited storage periods. Associated content Links Deponie Online Tags domestic waste dump … Disposing of waste at landfill sites …

  • Article from 22.04.2016 | Last changed: 22.04.2016

    Organic-waste treatment

    A yellow wheel loader implements composting in a composting plant.

    … and horticultural use can be obtained from organic waste, provided that the waste is collected and composted separately and in a manner that is as … and discussed at the conference are available for download. Associated content Links Bundesgütegemeinschaft Kompost BMU: Organic Waste Technische Anleitung zur …

  • Article from 30.01.2015 | Last changed: 30.01.2015

    Mechanical-biological treatment

    Waste sorting facilitie

    … treatment Waste sorting facilities are indispensable for waste management Source: azthesmudger / Fotolia.com Mechanical-biological waste treatment facilities are a … stoffstromspezifische Abfallbehandlung (ASA). Associated content Links Arbeitsgemeinschaft stoffstromspezifische Abfallbehandlung Deponieverordnung …