Umweltbundesamt
Core prerequisite for reaching global ambitous climate targets is a nearly carbon-free economy by mid-century. In this context a number of EU member states have developed long-term climate scenarios and thus initiated first discussions on national and European level. However, based on national circumstances, political orientation and differences in national starting points, the scenarios diffe... read more
Transport is not only an indispensable part of our daily lives, but also one of the major sources of greenhouse gases in Germany. What can be done to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transport in the short- and mid-term? How can transport become greenhouse gas-neutral in the long term? Are Germany’s climate targets in the transport sector sufficiently ambitious? This paper answers these qu... read more
In the context of the climate conference COP 21 in Paris, the World Future Council organises the Side Event „100% Renewable Energy: A Global Movement of Local Governments“ at the German Pavillon. read more
In addition to environmental and climate policy objectives, the Circular Economy is also essential for strengthening the security of supply and for achieving further economic and socio-economic goals. Recycling is one of the key factors along with a range of other approaches and strategies (e.g., longevity, Intensity of use, and the sharing economy). In order to assess the contribution and the... read more
Eingebettet in die übergeordneten Fragestellungen des Projekts „Transformationsstrategien und Models of Change für nachhaltigen gesellschaftlichen Wandel“ vertieft der vorliegende Bericht (AP 2) die Bedeutung von Mehrebenen-Ansätzen bei der Analyse und Gestaltung von gesellschaftlichen Transformationsprozessen. Die Darstellung basiert auf einem Literaturreview. Dabei geht es zum einen vor alle... read more
Das Spannungsfeld zwischen Klimaschutz und sozialer Gerechtigkeit gewinnt zunehmend an Bedeutung. Die soziale Dimension ist eine wichtige Bedingung für Akzeptanz und Erfolg des notwendigen Transformationsprozesses. Teilhabe und soziale Gestaltung der Energiewende sind hierfür unentbehrliche Voraussetzungen. Der Bericht zeigt Vorschläge für die sozialverträgliche Gestaltung von Klimaschutz und ... read more
The UBA’s motto, For our environment (“Für Mensch und Umwelt”), sums up our mission pretty well, we feel. In this video we give an insight into our work.
Due to the large number of enquiries, there may be delays in responding. We ask for your understanding.
