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  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 28.01.2016

    Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM)

    … that the Consultative Parties must convene at regular intervals for the purpose of information exchange and to consult on regulations concerning Antarctica. last … or undertaking expeditions at regular intervals. There is a broad-based exchange of information at the ATCM meetings between the currently 53 Parties to the Treaty, of … that the Consultative Parties must convene at regular intervals for the purpose of information exchange and to consult on regulations concerning Antarctica. … The …

  • Article from 19.05.2016 | Last changed: 19.05.2016

    Protected Areas under the CAMLR-Convention

    … its fragile marine environment. last update on 19.05.2016 Human activities are more strictly regulated in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) than in surrounding waters. … the extent to which and how fishing is permitted in the Antarctic Ocean. Furthermore CCAMLR decides, which areas are to be designated as Marine Protected Areas. …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Protection and management of areas under PEPAT

    The former British base Port Lockroy is a protected historic site.

    … conflict or exert cumulative environmental impacts. ASMAs may include one or more ASPAs or Historic Sites and Monuments (HSM). No special permit is required to … conflict or exert cumulative environmental impacts. ASMAs may include one or more ASPAs or Historic Sites and Monuments (HSM). No special permit is required to …

  • 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.

    … and coordination of activities and to minimise environmental impacts. Furthermore sites or monuments of outstanding historic value can be awarded the status of … These HSM may be located within Specially Protected or Specially Managed Areas. For more information and background go to the Protection and Management of Areas …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Act Implementing the Protocol on Environmental Protection (AIEP)

    … taken into account. AIEP regulations The AIEP establishes the permit procedure (for more information on the permit procedure see the corresponding web page " Permitting … animals and plants and prohibits the introduction of alien species. Furthermore the AIEP regulates waste treatment, inspections, training measures and …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 27.01.2016

    Antarctic Treaty

    … to engage in international research cooperation with unrestricted exchange of information Deferment of individual countries' claims Prohibition of military … to engage in international research cooperation with unrestricted exchange of information Deferment of individual countries' claims Prohibition of military …

  • Article from 24.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Antarctic Treaty System

    … Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP). It also facilitates the exchange of information between the Parties and acts as central contact office for public information about the Antarctic Treaty System and activities in the Antarctic. … Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP). It also facilitates the exchange of information between the Parties and acts as central contact office for public …

  • Article from 23.03.2016 | Last changed: 23.03.2016

    Individual tourism in Antarctica

    A little aircraft

    … a flight to the South Pole. last update on 23.03.2016 Journeys to Antarctica become more popular A few hundred tourists per season take advantage of a number of tour … if you have booked a trip through a commercial operator it is a good idea to be informed about how to behave when on location. The following documents are available …

  • Article from 22.01.2014 | Last changed: 22.01.2014

    Waste oil

    Three barrels of waste oil

    … (PCB) in excess of 20 ppm (parts per million) or a total halogen content of more than 2g/kg may not be regenerated unless the harmful substances are with … legible signs must be displayed in a prominent place in the retail outlets giving information about a nearby collection point. The collection point is obliged to …

  • Article from 23.01.2014 | Last changed: 10.03.2021

    Resource conservation in the manufacturing and consumption domain

    Smoking chimneys of an industrial plant

    … in the manufacturing and consumption domain Manufacturers still need to do much more when it comes to resource conservation Source: erikdegraaf / Fotolia.com Raw … raw material. Blauer Engel (Blue Angel) and other ecolables, power consumption information, and UBA consumer advice help consumers to save resources by making …

  • Article from 23.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Travellers to the Antarctic

    Visitors to the Antarctic must comply with certain rules to avoid causing harm to the environment.

    … to the Antarctic are as varied as the possibilities to do so. We have compiled information on the following pages to help you plan your journey to the Antarctic in … standards in effect and to apply for your permit with us. last update on 23.07.2013 Information for travellers to the Antarctic If you are planning to take a tourist …

  • Article from 11.03.2016 | Last changed: 11.03.2016

    Tourists in Antarctica

    Tourists on the mountain

    … today: he organized the first cruise trips to Antarctica for travellers who enjoyed information and lectures by experts instead of entertainment programmes. The … and ensure safe and environmentally sound tourism in Antarctica. Now the IAATO has more than 100 members who have obliged themselves to advocate and promote the …