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  • News from 06.07.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2023

    European emissions trading undergoes comprehensive reform

    EU flags

    … transport in EU-ETS 1 Reform of the rules for aviation (EU-ETS 1) Creation of a new emissions trading system for buildings, road transport and additional sectors … be increased in volume and (the innovation fund) expanded in scope. In addition, a new "Social Climate Fund" will be created to cushion the social impact of CO2 …

  • Press release 23/09 from 05.05.2009 | Last changed: 03.07.2013

    Power-hungry refrigerators, freezers, and washing machines to disappear from the market

    … and washing machines to disappear from the market EU Parliament to resolve new standards for lower energy household appliances The EU Parliament is due to … as of 1 July 2013. ”I am delighted by these proposals. Should they be implemented, new labelling on power consumption could save 7.5 billion kilowatt hours of energy …

  • Press release 44/12 from 20.11.2012 | Last changed: 03.07.2013

    Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons - Polluters! Toxic! Unavoidable?

    … Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons - Polluters! Toxic! Unavoidable? EU to pass new caps on PAH upon urging from Germany The European Commission wants to make … of the Federal Environment Agency. The Federal Environment Agency is presenting a new background paper on the sources, effects and risks of PAH to provide information …

  • Cover from 30.10.2019

    Conference on “Resource-Efficient Decarbonisation Pathways“: Programme

    … break   13.45 – 14.45   Measuring the transformation: Beyond GDP, and RTD: how can new approaches from degrowth and alternative economic indices help foster the … break   13.45 – 14.45   Measuring the transformation: Beyond GDP, and RTD: how can new approaches from degrowth and alternative economic indices help foster the …

  • News from 21.09.2023 | Last changed: 21.09.2023

    OECD handbook reinforces environmental protection in raw material

    Drohnenansicht eines kontaminierten, giftigen Wasserlaufs in Geamana, Rumänien

    … of minerals could result in environmental damage Source: belyaaa /Adobe Stock The new OECD Handbook on Environmental Due Diligence in Mineral Supply Chains is a … reflected in statutory requirements such as the German Supply Chain Act or the new EU Battery Regulation: Companies are now legally obligated to identify and …

  • News from 09.07.2018 | Last changed: 20.08.2018

    Environmental- and health impact of 3D printing

    3D printer producing a little plastic tree

    … The technology is conquering ever more branches of industry – and even ringing in a new era of manufacturing. The efficiency of raw materials, greenhouse gases, … be regulated. Associated content Publications Focus on the future: 3D printing All news Related publications Focus on the future: 3D printing Tags sustainable …

  • Press release 016/10 from 19.03.2010 | Last changed: 01.07.2013

    Small combustion plants ordinance enters into force on 22 March 2010

    … foundation for a long-term reduction in dust pollution As of 22 March 2010 onwards new environmental provisions will apply to wood-fired heating systems, stoves and other small combustion plants fired with solid fuels. Wood is a renewable energy source and therefore an appropriate fuel for heat generation in terms …

  • Press release 29/2023 from 01.09.2023 | Last changed: 04.09.2023

    First "Environment in the Neighbourhood" Action Days bring sustainable commitment to life locally

    Kinder pflanzen in Dessau ein Blumenbeet.

    … campaigns in Bremen and various neighbourhood events in Berlin and Bochum. With the new action days, the BMUV and UBA want to draw the public's attention to the … to improve networking between actors and citizens and, at the same time, to test a new format for participation. Press release No. 29/2023 | 01.09.2023 Federal …

  • Press release 14/2023 from 19.05.2023 | Last changed: 07.06.2023

    Plastic manufacturers to pay into Single-Use Plastic Fund in future

    Plastikgabeln auf Pflastersteinen

    … Plastic Fund should reduce waste in public places Source: Jonas Stoll / UBA The new Single-Use Plastic Fund Act requires manufacturers to pay the cost of waste from … Single-Use Plastic Fund topic page (German) All press releases Tags plastic … The new Single-Use Plastic Fund Act requires manufacturers to pay the cost of waste from …

  • Press release 10/2024 from 11.03.2024 | Last changed: 27.03.2024

    Carbon border adjustment mechanism CBAM ensures fair competitive conditions for climate-friendly feedstock production in the EU

    Das Bild zeigt rauchende Schornsteine von Industrieanlagen.

    … production in the EU Source: Teteline / Fotolia.com The conditions for the new Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) are currently being created across the … participating companies about their rights and obligations on its website and by newsletter. It tracks the missing importers reported by the Commission and can …

  • Press release 20/2025 from 26.05.2025 | Last changed: 28.05.2025

    German agencies classify TFA as toxic substance

    Das Bild zeigt eine Pflanzenschutzspritze, die übers Feld fährt.

    … water or food contaminated with TFA,’ says BfR President Andreas Hensel. ‘The new classification is an important step in preparing further measures to ensure that … requires considerable technical effort. In 2023, as an initiative of the UBA, this new hazard class was introduced into European chemicals regulation to help protect …