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  • Article from 19.05.2016 | Last changed: 19.05.2016

    International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators

    Penguins are one of the reasons to travel to Antarctica.

    … Penguins are one of the reasons to travel to Antarctica. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) is an … hope to see penguins breeding or raising their young. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Associated content Links International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    International research in Antarctica

    Ice samples taken from the Antarctic polar ice provide researchers with valuable information.

    … polar ice provide researchers with valuable information. Source: M. Müller/UBA Signature of the Antarctic Treaty commits the signatory states to engage in … takes measurem. of the earth's magnetic and gravitation fields Source: M. Müller/UBA This research observatory records the different sounds beneath the water surface. Source: M. Müller/UBA Next Previous Consultative Parties' national Antarctic programmes Africa …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP)

    … of Intersessional Contact Groups (ICG). German Environment Agency's role in CEP UBA is the national contact point for the Committee for Environmental Protection (CEP Contact Point). UBA plays an active role within the Committee, one of whose duties includes chairing … Antarctic or the ICG on the introduction of non-native species to the Antarctic. UBA introduces its proposals in the form of information and working papers which …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Protection and management of areas under PEPAT

    The former British base Port Lockroy is a protected historic site.

    … former British base Port Lockroy is a protected historic site. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA What do a colony of emperor penguins, the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station, and …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Protected Areas in Antarctica

    Areas of special importance for Antarctica can be designated as Specially Protected Areas.

    … for Antarctica can be designated as Specially Protected Areas. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA The Antarctic Treaty System provides special protection for the Antarctic … of breeding and rearing their young are not disturbed. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Associated content Links Convention on Biological Diversity Strategic Plan for …

  • Article from 24.07.2013 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    International activities in and around the Antarctic

    … Tour Operators (IAATO) aim to preserve the unique ecosystem of the Antarctic. The UBA is heavily involved in this international work. Its staff attends the ATCMs and … or participates in inspections and various observer missions in the Antarctic. UBA commissions environmental research and is involved in the CEP's Intersessional … to promote exchange of experience between the Parties to the Treaty. Furthermore, UBA acts as general coordinator of the reports on German activities in the Antarctic …

  • Article from 19.05.2016 | Last changed: 19.05.2016

    Convention for the Conservation of Antarctic Seals

    Antarctic seals like this sea leopard are protected by a convention.

    … seals like this sea leopard are protected by a convention. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA When Captain Cook discovered South Georgia in the late 18th century he reported …

  • Article from 28.01.2016 | Last changed: 29.02.2016

    Act Implementing the Protocol on Environmental Protection (AIEP)

    … Agency as the national competent authority. The responsible staff members of UBA evaluate all activities with regard to the expected impact of those activities … Agency as the national competent authority. The responsible staff members of UBA evaluate all activities with regard to the expected impact of those activities …

  • Article from 23.03.2016 | Last changed: 23.03.2016

    Individual tourism in Antarctica

    A little aircraft

    … Twin Otter makes flying the interior of Antarctica possible. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Travellers to Antarctica who do not join a cruise or yachting journey are … for the Antarctic    Ilyushin II-76 waits for passengers. Source: Fritz Hertel/UBA Associated content Links IAATO Briefing Film - Cruise Visitors IAATO Briefing …

  • Article from 23.01.2014 | Last changed: 10.03.2021

    Resource conservation in the manufacturing and consumption domain

    Smoking chimneys of an industrial plant

    … can even be harmful to ecosystems and biodiversity. last update on 23.01.2014 The UBA is in the process of elaborating a scientific basis for measuring resource use. … Blauer Engel (Blue Angel) and other ecolables, power consumption information, and UBA consumer advice help consumers to save resources by making environmentally sound … Ecodesign Award Environmental innovation programme (in German) European Resources Forum Publications The Use of Natural Resources: Report for Germany 2018 Related …