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Today, the earth's resources are being used at a faster rate than ever before. And that is happening despite the fact that often those resources are finite. We only have this one world. We need to keep it inhabitable for everyone for a long time to come. The environment is the primary limiting factor in the concept of sustainability - not only at national but also at international level.
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Blick auf den Hafen
Press Sustainability | 29.06.26

Hamburg Sustainability Conference

The focus of the conference is on the crucial importance of environmental protection and climate action for achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals and to send a clear message against deep-sea mining.

Ein Haufen mit Textilien und einem T-Shirt mit der Aufschrift "I have nothing to wear"
Press Sustainability | 25.06.26

Germany calls for stricter regulation of ultra-fast fashion

Germany, France and the Netherlands are advocating coordinated European action against ultra-fast fashion. The three Member States raised the topic at the EU Environment Council in Luxembourg.

Bienen im Anflug
Press Nature and Biological Diversity | 24.06.26

Germany supports private sector commitment to biodiversity conservation

The global Cali Fund, established in 2016 in Cali as part of the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), aims to co-finance the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity worldwide from private funds.

Königswinter am Rhein mit Bonn im Hintergrund
Press Climate | 18.06.26

COP31 Presidencies send important message for new climate targets

With the conclusion of the UN interim climate negotiations (SB64) in Bonn, preparations for the COP31 World Climate Conference are entering a decisive phase.

Landschaftsaufnahme: Windrad im Rapsfeld
Press International | 08.06.26

UN Climate Change Conference in Bonn prepares for COP 31

From June 8-18, the UN interim negotiations (SB64) in Bonn prepare for COP31. Thousands of delegates negotiate on emissions reductions, climate finance, and phasing out fossil fuels.

Press Nature and Biological Diversity | 02.06.26

Federal Environment Ministry celebrates its anniversary

To mark its 40th anniversary, the Federal Environment Ministry is celebrating the dedication of the many champions of nature conservation in Germany who have worked tirelessly in the interests of our environment.

Blick über die Felder eines Bio-Bauernhofs im Norden Ghanas
Report Sustainability | 05.05.26

BMUKN Awards 500,000 Euro for sustainable agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa

Through the United Nations General Fund for Raw Materials, the Federal Ministry for the Environment supports forms of agriculture that are particularly environmentally and ecologically sound.

Petersburger Climate Dialoque 2026
Press Climate | 21.04.26

17th Petersberg Climate Dialogue

In Berlin, international representatives are discussing solutions to the global energy and climate crisis at the 17th Petersberg Climate Dialogue.

Sydney Australia
Press International | 08.04.26

Germany steps up international climate diplomacy

Jochen Flasbarth traveled to Australia to advance preparations for the upcoming international climate negotiations at this year’s COP31 climate conference.

Carsten Schneider und Gavin Newsom beim Händedruck
Press International | 13.02.26

MSC: Carsten Schneider and Gavin Newsom strengthen climate cooperation

The collaboration focuses on clean energy and the circular economy. It aims to reduce climate risks, drive innovation, and make the economy and society more resilient to crises.

Carsten Schneider am Rednerpult
Press Mobility | 19.01.26

New means-based support for electric vehicles (EV)

The new EV grant scheme for private individuals is taking shape. People who newly register their EV, certain plug-in hybrids or electric vehicle with a range extender from 1 January 2026 onwards can apply for a grant.

Frachter auf Main-Donau-Kanal
Report Mobility | 15.10.25

Carsten Schneider on climate action in shipping

The member states of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) are negotiating measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in London.

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