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  • News from 20.06.2024 | Last changed: 27.06.2024

    UBA and BfN for a green and just transition in Europe

    Picture of the Berlaymong building, seat of the European Commission in Brussels

    … Pollution, especially from chemicals, and noise pollution have harmful effects on human health and the environment. At the same time, chemicals are needed for a green … and developed. Furthermore, biodiversity and intact ecosystems are essential for human well-being, including food security, climate protection and adaptation to …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 17.12.2024

    VE-I-4: Road accidents due to weather conditions and weather patterns

    The picture shows a car driving on a road covered in water. It is clear to see that the headlights and windscreen wipers are switched on. Heavy rain is falling.

    … This situation is furthermore influenced by the choice of one’s mode of transport: Humans prefer travelling by car or public transport. The latter reduces the number … This situation is furthermore influenced by the choice of one’s mode of transport: Humans prefer travelling by car or public transport. The latter reduces the number …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.11.2025

    KM-I-2: Sea levels

    The picture shows a sandy beach on the Baltic Sea coast. There is seawater lapping around a hooded beach chair (Strandkorb). In the background, the sea is visible with powerful waves and dark thunderclouds above.

    … for the global rise of sea levels – regardless of any potential scenarios of human action – by 0.3 to 1.0 metre. Nevertheless, these values reflect only those … for the global rise of sea levels – regardless of any potential scenarios of human action – by 0.3 to 1.0 metre. Nevertheless, these values reflect only those …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    BS-R-1: Information on how to act in a disaster situation

    The picture shows a group of two women and two men participating in a First Aid training exercise. The course leader uses a doll to demonstrate cardiac massage.

    … in emergencies, citizens can protect their own safety and that of their fellow human beings at the same time as helping to improve overall safety. In case of an … in emergencies, citizens can protect their own safety and that of their fellow human beings at the same time as helping to improve overall safety. In case of an …

  • Press release 47/2018 from 17.12.2018 | Last changed: 21.12.2018

    Rodent control involves risks for man and the environment

    ein Rattenschatten an der Wand

    … application of these substances with regard to protection of the environment and human and animal health which both professionals and laypersons must follow. These …

  • KomPass: Article from 28.11.2023 | Last changed: 18.12.2024

    RO-R-5: Increase in settlement and transport areas

    The picture shows the construction of a new road. The partly finished road foundation is visible. In the foreground the foundation is still being completed whereas in the background it is already sealed. Half-way along the site a vibratory plate is standing. To the left of the new road, mounds of earth are visible - behind those a treeline. In the background, the roofs of a residential area are visible.

    … all, it matters to conserve or further enhance ecosystem services important to humans and wildlife alike. In connection with changing climatic conditions, these … all, it matters to conserve or further enhance ecosystem services important to humans and wildlife alike. In connection with changing climatic conditions, these …

  • News from 26.10.2016 | Last changed: 28.10.2016

    New Urban Agenda – Toolkit for modern cities

    city of Quito

    … non-binding agreement, because it clearly defines what makes a modern city: compact human settlement, efficient use of resources, promotion of public transport and … Habitat III, New Urban Agenda Quito Implementation Plan SDG 11: Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, ... All news Related contents Nachhaltige …

  • Press release 18/2014 from 09.04.2014 | Last changed: 23.01.2017

    Pharmaceuticals in the environment pose a global challenge

    Arzneimittelkapseln

    … Pharmaceuticals in the environment The primary path to the environment for human drugs is domestic wastewater. The drugs are usually not fully broken down … to be produced and used in ways that minimize significant adverse impacts on human health and the environment. Research project “Global Relevance of …