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  • Article from 05.03.2021 | Last changed: 08.03.2021

    Resource conservation and environmental policy

    shiny metal waste

    … policy Metal is a resource that is much in demand worldwide Source: Petair / Fotolia Resource use and the competition for scarce resources such as clean … aim of environmental policy Resources such as raw materials, soil, water and air enable us to obtain the necessities of life and keep our society affluent. … aim of environmental policy Resources such as raw materials, soil, water and air enable us to obtain the necessities of life and keep our society affluent. …

  • Article from 01.08.2019 | Last changed: 02.08.2019

    Resource use and its consequences

    construction of a pipeline

    … natural resources. Apart from abiotic and biotic raw materials, we use water, soil, air, biodiversity and land as habitats and for recreational purposes; and for energy … large scale interventions in ecosystems and the water balance and result in air, soil and water pollution. Even the extraction and production of renewable … product use provokes noxious emissions that can end up in our water, soil and air. The very infrastructure elements that we take for granted such as our homes, …

  • Article from 06.12.2017 | Last changed: 06.12.2017

    Frequently Asked Questions about phthalates and plasticisers

    Käse, aus Plastikfolie ausgewickelt

    … from plastic such as shoes, cosmetics, textiles, household dust and the interior air in cars were taken into account. The result: Consumers mainly ingest DEHP orally … of DEHP? All staple foods, such as fats, bread, fruit, vegetables and milk or dairy products, can contain plasticisers. Consumers may not know whether a foodstuff … from plastic such as shoes, cosmetics, textiles, household dust and the interior air in cars were taken into account. The result: Consumers mainly ingest DEHP orally …

  • Article from 04.05.2020 | Last changed: 04.05.2020

    International policy and knowledge transfer

    People working on a presentation

    … fields of action such as waste management, chemical safety, water protection and air quality management as well as public participation, environmental education and … the authorities of these states in adopting or aligning with the acquis communautaire (Community acquis of the EU) and in developing modern administrations. UBA also … fields of action such as waste management, chemical safety, water protection and air quality management as well as public participation, environmental education and …

  • Article from 31.08.2024 | Last changed: 02.09.2024

    Alpine Convention

    A clear-water lake, surrounded by high mountains

    … region. Mountain forests in particular are suffering from the effects of widescale air pollution and the growth of traffic. Thru-traffic also significantly impairs the quality of life for many residents of Alpine valleys. A return to … key indicators and examples of best practice to illustrate the current state of affairs and development of a Green Economy in the Alps region. The report was drafted …

  • Article from 14.11.2016 | Last changed: 16.11.2016

    EU Construction Products Regulation

    … legal minimum standards will be enhanced. For declaration of emissionsi nto indoor air almost all involved parties are keen to get performance classes derived from … legal minimum standards will be enhanced. For declaration of emissionsi nto indoor air almost all involved parties are keen to get performance classes derived from …

  • Article from 15.07.2024 | Last changed: 15.07.2024

    Mobile air conditioning with climate-friendly refrigerant CO2

    Silver VW Touran in front of the UBA headquarters.

    Mobile air conditioning with climate-friendly refrigerant CO2 The Federal … fluorinated greenhouse gases with global warming potential exceeding 150 in mobile air conditioning systems since January 2011. CO2 used as a refrigerant is an … system that cools and heats with propane, was presented as a concept vehicle . … Mobile air conditioning with climate-friendly refrigerant CO2

  • Article from 29.11.2018 | Last changed: 24.03.2020

    EU law for construction products

    … Many of these concern product groups having potentially critical effects on indoor air and on soil and groundwater. These include wood-based panels, floor coverings, … of release of dangerous substances - Determination of emissions into indoor air”, was published at the end of 2013. The technical committees for building … EN 16516 for the determination of construction product emissions into indoor air became available in October 2017. It is the basis for information on health …

  • Article from 29.09.2015 | Last changed: 29.09.2015

    Odours from building products

    a young woman takes a smell at one of different glass plungers which are set out in a row

    … to the health and well-being of the people who reside inside. Healthy indoor air is therefore a very important issue. last update on 29.09.2015 Building products low in odour Odours in indoor rooms are easy to detect. Thorough airing can help in the short term, for example after refurbishment. However, some …

  • Article from 04.04.2024 | Last changed: 10.10.2025

    Statutes and regulations

    paragraphs

    … fluorinated refrigerants with a global warming potential of more than 150 in the air-conditioning systems of new passenger cars and small commercial vehicles. The … activities in particular may be affected: Filter drier replacement, Oil change, Repairing leaks and continued operation of system without recharging, Pressure … fluorinated refrigerants with a global warming potential of more than 150 in the air-conditioning systems of new passenger cars and small commercial vehicles. The …

  • Article from 02.09.2013 | Last changed: 25.03.2014

    Environmental product declarations for construction products

    … throughout the product life cycle, in particular the impact of its use on indoor air, soil and groundwater, the outdoor environment, and drinking water if … und Umwelt e. V. Tags construction product environmental product declaration indoor air indoor air hygiene pollutant content pollutant emission resource conservation VOC emission …

  • Article from 06.03.2013 | Last changed: 13.11.2017

    Blue Angel for Building Products and Furnishings

    Logo of the Blue Angel ecolabel

    … Good health and well-being in the home depends greatly on the quality of indoor air. Indoor air has many potential sources of pollutant emissions. Building products and furnishings also have a great impact on quality of indoor air. last update on 06.03.2013 Low-emission products for indoor spaces protect …