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11
Sep
Plastics in agricultural soils
The UN negotiations on a global plastics agreement on 15 August 2025 have come to nothing. The negative e...
10
Sep
Demolition of the former "P. D. Rasspe Söhne" cutlery factory in Solingen
The derelict site of the former P. D. Rasspe Söhne cutlery factory was purchased in 2015 by the Wirtschaftsförd...
09
Sep
Federal government increases protection for grasshoppers and species-rich forests
The hardwood sawfly (Barbitistes serricauda) has its worldwide distribution focus in Germany. ...
08
Sep
New marine protected area in the north-east Atlantic
In October 2021, 15 ministers of the OSPAR Commission met in Portugal. The OSPAR Commission was established by the...
19
Mar
PFAS - come to stay
Due to their water-, dirt- and grease-repellent properties, representatives of the perfluorinated and polyfluorinated...
04
Mar
The perpetual liability of the waste producer in road construction
Most of the construction materials produced during road construction are suitable for recycling. The standards for...
29
Feb
How fears of change can stand in the way of environmental protection - an example from Down Under
The west coast of Tasmania is known for its rugged, untamed nature - with an image contrary to that of Europe.
15
Feb
Qualified disposal in road construction - decision-making aids for waste management
Time and again, unexpected obstructions occur in road construction because excavated soil and road construction materials are...
23
Jan
Air monitoring when working in contaminated areas
Air monitoring for gases and vapours is of paramount importance during exploration and remediation work in contaminated...
15
Jan
Changes to the EU thresholds at the beginning of the year
Every two years, the thresholds for the application of EU public procurement law are adjusted by the EU Commission....
12
Dec
Vibration measurements in the construction industry
Vibrations cannot be completely avoided during any type of demolition and earthworks. Falling or...
28
Nov
Plant protection products in the environment
Plant protection products (PPPs) are chemical and biological products that protect plants from damage by animals.
27
Nov
Sustainable procurement
Sustainable public procurement integrates social and environmental criteria into tenders for public services.
22
Nov
Plastics in agricultural soils
The negative impact of plastic in aquatic ecosystems has long been recognised by scientists and the public.
05
Oct
Deconstruction of the former "Schneidwarenfabrik P. D. Rasspe Söhne" in Solingen
The derelict site of the former P. D. Rasspe Söhne cutlery factory was purchased in 2015 by the Wirtschaftsförd...
19
Sep
Industry solution "Asbestos in Existing Buildings
Due to recent press reports, it is becoming more and more evident that older buildings are increasingly being...
23
Aug
Obligation to bear the costs of evacuation due to the defusing of explosive bombs
Between 1940 and the end of the Second World War in 1945, around 2 million tonnes of bombs were dropped over Germany.
20
Jul
Resolution on the reduction of marine litter
Representatives of the governments of Germany, Ecuador, Ghana and Vietnam had met in September 2021 for a first mi...
11
Jul
Peatland soil protection as a climate protection measure
The Federal Government and the Länder are pursuing a joint strategy to protect and rewet peatlands in order to reduce...
27
Jun
Virtual water - Or: How much water we really use
The water in our food, clothing and consumer goods
09
Jun
Stream restoration
For centuries, flowing waters have been used by humans. Initially, mainly for energy production, d...
01
Jun
Dealing with debris from roadside ditches in Lower Saxony
The maintenance of watercourses produces debris that may be contaminated with pollutants typical of road transport.
02
May
Protect insects - preserve diversity
Due to the dramatic decline in insects, which are so indispensable for us and our ecosystems, the Bund...
02
May
Indoor radon exposure
In our environment, we are constantly exposed to the influence of radiation. According to the Federal Ministry for...
28
Apr
Sheathing Ordinance adopted: Substitute building materials regulated nationwide
The Federal Government's jacket ordinance was passed two years ago: In its plenary session, the Bundesrat...
12
Apr
Removal of hormonal substances in drinking water
Climate change shows that it will become increasingly important to make clean drinking water available in the future. Due to the continuous...
06
Apr
6.IPCC - Assessment Report
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), also known as the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, is a United Nations institution with currently 195 ...
03
Mar
First amendment of the Construction Site Ordinance
On 01.04.2023, amendments to the Construction Site Ordinance of June 1998 will come into force for the first time. The reason for this is a reminder from the E...
24
Feb
Bank stabilisation in harmony with environmental protection
The European Water Framework Directive requires the replacement of riprap on inland waterways above ...
24
Feb
Empty pipe register: Construction site atlas of the Broadband Centre Lower Saxony - Bremen
In Lower Saxony, support for broadband expansion in the districts and independent cities is provided both via...
24
Feb
Training of rescue dogs on demolition sites
An essential part of population protection when searching for missing persons in forest areas or in case of burials in...
24
Feb
Line information
The exploration of soil and groundwater is carried out by sinking boreholes, setting pile-driving levels or...
24
Feb
Nitrate measurements and reports to ensure water quality
The BMU and the BMEL produce the Nitrate Report every four years. Based on the measurement data from 692 monitoring sites...