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  • Article from 25.05.2021 | Last changed: 25.05.2021

    Nitrogen dioxide

    … In conjunction with hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides are responsible for summertime ozone production. Furthermore they contribute to the over-fertilisation and acidification of soils and water bodies. In wintertime, ammonium nitrate particles are formed from nitrogen oxides and contribute to … of human health was established which may not to be exceeded more than 18 times per calendar year. The annual limit value for nitrogen dioxide amounts to 40 …

  • Landing page from 05.12.2025

    Climate Impacts Germany

    Also Germany is affected by climate change. Nearly all areas of society are concerned by the consequences. However, these have very different effects in the various regions and sectors. You can access further information on the climate impacts in the individual sectors or regions of Germany using the search function below. After selecting a sector OR a federal state, you will be shown detailed information on this.

  • Article from 25.05.2021 | Last changed: 25.05.2021

    Sulphur dioxide

    … 1 hour limit value was set at 350 µg/m 3 and may not to be exceeded more than 24 times per year. The daily limit value of 125 µg/m 3 may not to be exceeded more than 3 times per calendar year. Sulphur dioxide - Annual tabulation Here the annual …

  • Article from 05.03.2021 | Last changed: 08.03.2021

    Resource conservation and environmental policy

    shiny metal waste

    … as clean water, land and raw materials are on the rise worldwide, while at the same time worldwide environmental problems such as climate change, soil degradation and … and to update the Resource Efficiency Programme. This was done for the first time on 2 March 2016 with ProgRess II. The German Resource Efficiency Programme III …

  • Article from 01.08.2019 | Last changed: 02.08.2019

    Resource use and its consequences

    construction of a pipeline

    … use of raw materials in the world’s industrial nations is estimated to be four times greater than in less developed countries. However, while the lion’s share of … use of raw materials in the world’s industrial nations is estimated to be four times greater than in less developed countries. However, while the lion’s share of …

  • Article from 06.12.2017 | Last changed: 06.12.2017

    Frequently Asked Questions about phthalates and plasticisers

    Käse, aus Plastikfolie ausgewickelt

    … Di isobutylphthalate (DIBP) Butylbenzyl phthalate (BBP) DPHP DEHP was for a long time the most commonly used phthalate. Because of its reprotoxic properties and the … possible interaction of two or more phthalates has not been evaluated. In recent times, however, the prevailing opinion has been that phthalates should be assessed …

  • Article from 27.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Inspections in the Antarctic

    2013 South African-German inspection group

    … Treaty and the Antarctic Treaty itself is carried out in Dessau-Roßlau, but sometimes UBA staff members take part in inspections and observer missions in the … of the objectives of environmental protection in the Antarctic. At the same time the experience gathered on site improves the Agency's understanding of the …

  • Article from 31.08.2024 | Last changed: 02.09.2024

    Alpine Convention

    A clear-water lake, surrounded by high mountains

    … quickly pose a threat to the very existence of plants, animals and man. In recent times, modern forms of use including tourism, hydropower and transit traffic have …

  • Article from 29.11.2018 | Last changed: 24.03.2020

    EU law for construction products

    … published in the Official Journal is currently an unexpected bottleneck. The exact timing of the chance to go forward with CE marking including performance data on VOC … published in the Official Journal is currently an unexpected bottleneck. The exact timing of the chance to go forward with CE marking including performance data on VOC …

  • Article from 04.04.2024 | Last changed: 10.10.2025

    Statutes and regulations

    paragraphs

    … (EU) 2024/2024, the ordinance will be amended but remains in effect until that time. Germany implemented the EU Regulation on substances that deplete the ozone … fully halogenated refrigerants such as R12 and R11 has been in effect for a longer time. The prohibition on use also covers maintenance or servicing activities which …

  • Landing page from 09.09.2024

    Important Environmental Indicators

    The following overview shows the key environmental indicators of the German Environment Agency. These indicators are particularly relevant for German and international environmental policy. Click on the images to view the indicators.