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  • Article from 23.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Human presence in the Antarctic

    The presence of humans poses a threat to the ecosystem.

    … is why the Antarctic provides unique opportunities for scientific study of intact natural conditions which are vital in comparative, reference, background and other … is why the Antarctic provides unique opportunities for scientific study of intact natural conditions which are vital in comparative, reference, background and other …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Fauna of the Antarctic

    The Adélie penguin is one of five penguin species which breed in the Antarctic.

    … total incidence of one billion tonnes in the Antarctic, krill is the basic food resource for many living creatures such as squid, bony fish, penguins and sea birds, … in tourism in the Antarctic is a new source of threat to native animals and their natural habitat. Approaching people can raise the stress levels of animal mothers …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Flora of the Antarctic

    Lichens such as these beard lichen make up the majority of Antarctica's vegetation.

    … even the slightest interference can lead to lasting and irreversible damage to nature. Another grave problem is the introduction of non-native species by man. … even the slightest interference can lead to lasting and irreversible damage to nature. Another grave problem is the introduction of non-native species by man. …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Environmental monitoring on King George Island

    The Fildes Region is subject to high pressure of use. Environmental monitoring helps to show its effects.

    … detect and solve problems. last update on 27.01.2016 The Fildes Peninsula Region – nature under threat, stuck between logistics and research King George Island is the … Cost allocation and incentive mechanisms for environmental, climate protection and resource conservation along global supply chains - Recommendations for selected incentive mechanisms Indicators in the area of sustainable resource use and circular economy Cost allocation and incentive mechanisms for …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Monitoring projects in the Antarctic

    Regular environmental monitoring records whether and how Antarctica is changing as result of human influence

    … Observing changes in the environment is an important prerequisite for protection of nature and the environment. This observation, or environmental monitoring, is a … means of systematically recording whether and how the environment is changing, both naturally and due to human activity, at regular intervals. In a best-case scenario, …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Non-native species

    Ship in the Antarctic

    … species a threat to ecosystems? Many so-called 'alien species' are invasive by nature, which means the competition or predation they bring along has the potential … and the Introduction of Non-Native Species in the Antarctic" to the Museum of Natural History  Görlitz. The objective of the study was firstly to study the impact … and the Introduction of Non-Native Species in the Antarctic" to the Museum of Natural History  Görlitz. The objective of the study was firstly to study the impact …

  • Article from 23.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    The German Environment Agency and the Antarctic

    Protecting the Antarctic is one of the tasks of the Federal Environment Agency.

    … content Links Umweltschutzprotokoll-Ausführungsgesetz (AUG) Federal Agency for Nature Conservation Bundesamt für Seeschifffahrt und Hydrographie Bundesanstalt für … für Verkehr, Bau und Stadtentwicklung Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation... Bundesministerium für Bildung und Forschung Federal Ministry …

  • Article from 29.02.2016 | Last changed: 09.12.2020

    Underwater noise

    … is 20 dB quieter than elsewhere in the world. There is no exploration for mineral resources in the Antarctic or construction of offshore installations such as wind … and result in short-term or even permanent loss of certain hearing abilities. The natural patterns of behaviour of marine mammals may be altered if the animal is …

  • 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.

    … 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 … and so has our responsibility for this fragile ecosystem. … The Antarctic is a natural ecosystem which is still largely free from human influence and of great …

  • Article from 16.12.2016 | Last changed: 13.01.2022

    Protocol on Water and Health

    a women is drinking a glass of water

    … be set include for example improving drinking-water supply and sanitation, water resources management, water quality, as well as bathing water quality. Germany has … climate and environmental protection: opportunity or risk? Contaminants in water resources: Prioritization and recommendations for conducting a “cold” biodegradation …

  • Article from 23.07.2013 | Last changed: 30.07.2019

    Drinking water

    … average of two liters of water daily. last update on 23.07.2013 Drinking water is a natural product. 70 percent of it is obtained from groundwater and well water, 13 … Related publications Environmental Awareness in Germany 2024 Contaminants in water resources: Prioritization and recommendations for conducting a “cold” biodegradation …

  • Article from 17.02.2016 | Last changed: 20.10.2016

    Harmful substance properties

    … methods take into account to varying degrees the product’s consumption of energy, resources and land use as well as the (eco)toxic properties of the chemicals either … methods take into account to varying degrees the product’s consumption of energy, resources and land use as well as the (eco)toxic properties of the chemicals either …