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  • Article from 15.04.2025 | Last changed: 25.04.2025

    The 1.5°C goal of the Paris Agreement

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    … the Paris Agreement Scientists around the world warn of a temperature increase of more than 1.5°C. Source: SmallWorldProduction / stock.adobe.com What do people mean … impact, it would be significantly less catastrophic than a warming of 2°C or more. The Paris Agreement does not explicitly define the baseline, i.e. the exact …

  • Article from 18.02.2014 | Last changed: 17.11.2025

    Soil science

    A floor pit with differently coloured layers.

    … “soil of the year” has been selected, and is announced each 5 December. Another and more recent focus of soil science is effective soil conservation, which mainly aims … “soil of the year” has been selected, and is announced each 5 December. Another and more recent focus of soil science is effective soil conservation, which mainly aims …

  • Article from 21.02.2025 | Last changed: 05.03.2025

    ALISE: Aligned Study for Environmental Health

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    … child (if they are at least 14 years old) which is intended to provide information about exposure to pollutants, A drinking water sample from the … any unusual exposure. Participation thus provides participants with valuable information about environmental pollutants and exposures that may affect their … child (if they are at least 14 years old) which is intended to provide information about exposure to pollutants, A drinking water sample from the …

  • Article from 19.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Concepts and mitigation strategies

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    … as the drug development stage, for example, by designing active substances that are more degradable in sewage treatment plants and in the environment. Under the concept … process (1). Additionally, new application methods could be explored to enable more efficient and targeted dosing of active substances. Closing data gaps In recent … pharmaceutical substances that are considered particularly problematic. Further information: Topic Rivers Topic Ground Water (in German) Topic Drinking Water …

  • Article from 18.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Environmental aspects of the authorisation of human medicinal pro

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    … decision tree to identify products considered environmentally relevant, for which a more detailed Phase II risk assessment is required. A Phase II risk assessment is … of studies, provided they meet a minimum standard of quality, reliability, and informational content. For instance, simple citations of endpoints such as EC50 … of the medicine if you no longer need it. This helps protect the environment. For more information, visit www.bfarm.de/arzneimittelentsorgung ." The website of the …

  • Article from 18.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Environmental effects of pharmaceutical substances

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    … oral contraceptives. Unlike the natural hormone estradiol, ethinylestradiol is much more stable, is poorly removed in sewage treatment plants, and therefore enters … hormonal balance. These substances are known as endocrine disruptors (3). Further information: Endocrine disruptors (in German) The environmental assessment of … oral contraceptives. Unlike the natural hormone estradiol, ethinylestradiol is much more stable, is poorly removed in sewage treatment plants, and therefore enters …

  • Article from 17.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Entry and occurrence of human pharmaceuticals in the environment

    Pharmaceutical substances have been detected in the environment in at least 89 countries around the world.

    … Agency (EMA), they would require a detailed environmental assessment. Further information: Environmental aspects of the authorisation of human medicinal products … biocides, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and various other chemicals. More about micropollutants: The German Centre for Micropollutants     Entry pathways … 2020, 414 pharmaceutical substances, including their metabolites, were detected—145 more than in 2016 (12). Representatives of all major classes of active substances …

  • Article from 14.02.2025 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Informational materials on pharmaceuticals and the environment

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    Informational materials on pharmaceuticals and the environment Informational … Household waste instead of glass containers Leftovers of liquid pharmaceuticals are more frequently disposed of incorrectly via wastewater than solid ones. To address …

  • Article from 13.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Dispensing drugs: Environmental aspects

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    … Dispensing drugs: Environmental aspects The pharmacy as a central place for information on the environmentally responsible use of drugs Source: Volker Witt / … pharmaceuticals when dispensing over-the-counter medicines. Some products may be more readily biodegradable in sewage treatment plants and the environment or have a …

  • Article from 13.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Prescribing drugs: Environmental aspects

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    … in water bodies, where they have undesirable effects on flora and fauna. Further information: Entry and occurrence of human pharmaceuticals in the environment … active substances are not available in parenteral forms of administration. Furthermore, prescribing smaller pack sizes can help reduce pharmaceutical waste. Patients …

  • Article from 12.12.2024 | Last changed: 17.06.2025

    Environmentally conscious disposal of leftover drugs

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    … In these cases, preventing pharmaceuticals from entering the water bodies is more important than recycling the packaging (e.g. bottles or ampoules). When … after applying nasal drops or sprays should go in the household waste bin. Further information: Pain relief gel – questions and answers Correct disposal of leftover … In these cases, preventing pharmaceuticals from entering the water bodies is more important than recycling the packaging (e.g. bottles or ampoules). When …

  • Article from 11.12.2024 | Last changed: 24.07.2025

    Environmentally conscious use of medicinal products

    Photo of a young woman using a laptop, medication in one hand, looking up information online, with more medication on a table in the background

    … to environmental protection. last update on 11.12.2024 In today's world, it is more important than ever to reconsider our impact on the environment. The healthcare … substances or application forms that have a lower environmental impact. Further information: Prescribing drugs: Environmental aspects Home remedies for mild …