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Its Principal Functions

Fundamental environmental policy issues

International cooperation

Informing and educating the public about environmental issues

Environmental remediation and development in Eastern Germany

Climate protection, environment and energy

Air quality control

Noise abatement

Conservation of groundwater, rivers, lakes and seas

Soil conservation and remediation of contaminated sites

Closed substance cycle management and waste policy

Chemicals safety, environment and health

Precautions against emergencies in industrial plants

Protection, maintenance and sustainable utilisation of biodiversity

Safety of nuclear facilities

Radiological protection

Nuclear supply and disposal




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