Greenhouse gas emissions must be reduced, and be reduced soon. This is the conclusion of the latest report by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), which was published on 13 April 2014. read more
Ambitious policy for environmentally responsible world climate
Biogas must become more environmentally friendly
Production of biomass and its use to generate electricity and heat have increased greatly in Germany in recent years, driven by the Renewable Energy Sources Act. The Agriculture Commission at the UBA (KLU) has formulated recommendations on how its further expansion can be designed in an environmentally and nature-friendly way. read more
Adapting to climate change: take preventative action now
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) published Part II of the current World Climate Report on 31 March 2014. read more
Greenhouse gas emissions rise again slightly in 2013
Greenhouse gas emissions in Germany rose again slightly in 2013, by 1.2 per cent compared to the previous year. read more
No burning of biomass by default
Biomass materials such as wood, maize starch or vegetable oil should not automatically be used for energy. read more
Climate engineering: First-ever international control mechanisms
Commercial ocean fertilization activities are now subject to an international ban, although certain research activities will be permitted. This was the decision taken by the Parties to the London Protocol on 18 October 2013 and which has now been publicised. read more
Warsaw climate conference: agreement reached in added time
The official sessions had long come to a close, but the negotiators were still gathered together. Even though the process was time-consuming and tough, the path to a new climate protection treaty has taken on real shape. read more
UBA at climate change summit: protecting the climate together
The UBA was hosting a Side Event titled “Mitigation around the Globe” at the 19th UN World Climate Conference in Warsaw on 19 November. read more
