News 2024

This year's winners were chosen from 1300 pictures from across Europe. The images celebrate the beauty and diversity of urban life. 

Erdberger Lände 40 in Vienna will be the future location for the Environment Agency Austria. The rental agreement has been signed.

Reforms and innovations in the field of water management were presented at the 10th Meeting of the Parties to the Water Convention.

What influence does diet have on oral microplastics intake?  The Umweltbundesamt has investigated this question in a pilot study.

Environment Agency Austria provides expert guidance for the creation of a laboratory with European standards.

The EEA invites you to showcase your photographic talent in the 2024 competition. Submit your foto  before October 1, 2024.

Air quality has improved considerably in Europe over the past decades, but, in many areas, pollution remains above recommended safe levels.

Austria's bathing waters are among the best: the water quality of Austria's rivers, lakes and streams ranks second in Europe. 

Alongside Verena Ehold, she has headed Austria's most important expert organisation for the environment since May.

Conference to discuss climate action, the energy transition and adaptation to climate change in the region. 

European Union, United Nations, and Austria join efforts with the Georgian Government to improve air quality in Georgia for better citizen health.

In the cross-border MicroDrink project, particular attention is being paid to the introduction of microplastics into groundwater and drinking water.