Member State report / Art10 / 2018 / D1-M / Germany / NE Atlantic: Greater North Sea
| Report type | Member State report to Commission |
| MSFD Article | Art. 10 Environmental targets (and Art. 17 updates) |
| Report due | 2018-10-15 |
| GES Descriptor | D1 Mammals |
| Member State | Germany |
| Region/subregion | NE Atlantic: Greater North Sea |
| Reported by | Bundesministerium für Umwelt, Naturschutz und Reaktorsicherheit |
| Report date | 2020-02-17 |
| Report access | DE_ART10_Targets.xml |
Target code |
UZN1.1 |
UZN1.1 |
UZN1.2 |
UZN1.3 |
UZN1.3 |
UZN2 |
UZN2.1 |
UZN2.2 |
UZN2.3 |
UZN2.4 |
UZN2.5 |
UZN3 |
UZN3.1 |
UZN3.2 |
UZN3.4 |
UZN4 |
UZN4.3 |
UZN4.5 |
UZN4.6 |
UZN5 |
UZN5.1 |
UZN5.2 |
UZN5.3 |
UZN6 |
UZN6.1 |
UZN6.2 |
UZN6.3 |
UZN6.4 |
UZN6.5 |
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Target description |
Operational objective of the overall environmental objective 'Seas without impacts from anthropogenic eutrophication: Nutrient inputs into rivers need to be further reduced. Reduction targets have been laid down in the programmes of measures of the WFD management plans.
Over the period 2012-2014, agriculture was the main source of nutrient inputs to surface waters (71 % of nitrogen inputs and 44 % of phosphorus inputs), followed by input from point sources (e.g. waste water treatment plants)(21 % of nitrogen inputs and 35 % of phosphorus inputs)(source: Fuchs et al. 2016, UBA 2017). Nutrient inputs from urban areas and atmospheric deposition on surface waters played a minor role.
The nutrient inputs to surface waters drained in the North Sea, measured using the MoRe intake model, have decreased by 18 % (2012 tonnes) for nitrogen (2014 tonnes) and 11 % (2006 tonnes) for phosphorus (Fuchs et al.) in comparison with the 2011-78.050 and 2.070- assessment periods. 2016, UBA 2017). Compared with the assessment periods 2012-2014 and 1983-1987, the nutrient inputs decreased by 56 % (450.638 tonnes) for nitrogen and 74 % (49.624 tonnes) for phosphorus (source: More). The objective of OSPAR to reduce nutrient inputs into marine waters by 50 % (in relation to 1985) has thus been met.
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Operational objective of the overall environmental objective 'Seas without impacts from anthropogenic eutrophication: Nutrient inputs into rivers need to be further reduced. Reduction targets have been laid down in the programmes of measures of the WFD management plans.
Over the period 2012-2014, agriculture was the main source of nutrient inputs to surface waters (71 % of nitrogen inputs and 44 % of phosphorus inputs), followed by input from point sources (e.g. waste water treatment plants)(21 % of nitrogen inputs and 35 % of phosphorus inputs)(source: Fuchs et al. 2016, UBA 2017). Nutrient inputs from urban areas and atmospheric deposition on surface waters played a minor role.
The nutrient inputs to surface waters drained in the North Sea, measured using the MoRe intake model, have decreased by 18 % (2012 tonnes) for nitrogen (2014 tonnes) and 11 % (2006 tonnes) for phosphorus (Fuchs et al.) in comparison with the 2011-78.050 and 2.070- assessment periods. 2016, UBA 2017). Compared with the assessment periods 2012-2014 and 1983-1987, the nutrient inputs decreased by 56 % (450.638 tonnes) for nitrogen and 74 % (49.624 tonnes) for phosphorus (source: More). The objective of OSPAR to reduce nutrient inputs into marine waters by 50 % (in relation to 1985) has thus been met.
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Operational objective for the overall environmental objective 'Seas without impacts from anthropogenic eutrophication: Nutrients via remote inputs from other sea areas should be reduced. This is to be pursued within the context if the regional cooperation under the OSPAR Marine Convention.
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Operational objective for the overall environmental objective 'Seas without impacts from anthropogenic eutrophication: Nutrient inputs from the atmosphere should be further reduced.
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Operational objective for the overall environmental objective 'Seas without impacts from anthropogenic eutrophication: Nutrient inputs from the atmosphere should be further reduced.
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The objective is 'Seas without pollution by contaminants'. The objective is implemented by means of the operational objectives TSN2.1, UZN2.2, UZN2.3, UZN2.4 and UZN2.5.
The environmental objectives established in 2012 and their description under the 2012 MSFD report continue to apply. They are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Pollutant emissions from the rivers need to be further reduced. Reduction targets have been laid down in the programmes of measures of the WFD management plans.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2016 programme of measures for 2021- notified to the European Commission. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Atmospheric emissions from the atmosphere must be further reduced.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2016 programme of measures for 2021- notified to the European Commission. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Emission of pollutants from sources in the sea such as oil, gas and shipping shall be reduced. This applies in particular to gaseous and liquid discharges, but also to the introduction of solid substances. Discharges from shipping are regulated under MARPOL
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Entrances of oil and oil products and mixtures into the sea must be reduced and avoided. This concerns illegal, permitted and unintentional entries. Entries by shipping are only permitted according to the strict requirements of the MARPOL Convention; in order to reduce them further, an adaptation or change of the MARPOL appendices is necessary. The environmental goals set by Germany in 2012 form the basis for the MSFD program of measures 2016-2021 reported to the EU Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for an update of the environmental goals is often not yet possible. Where possible, the achievement of objectives or the implementation status of the measures is shown in the text report. Only in individual cases where there is an indicator assessment of the progress towards achieving the goal is this reported under ProgressAssessment. This is omitted for the indicator evaluations relevant to Art. 10 "Type and quantity of entries" and "Size and quantities of polluted sea surface", since the status of the indicator development and evaluation is already reported under Art. 8_GES (D8C3). Reference is made to Art. 8_GES reporting on D8.
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Pollutant concentrations in the marine environment and the resulting pollution effects are to be reduced and due to good environmental status.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2016 programme of measures for 2021- notified to the European Commission. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
The relevant indicator assessments ?concentrations of pollutants in water, organisms and sediments?, ?Biological pollutant effects? and ?contaminants in seafood?, as relevant for Article 10, are not included here, since detailed reports are already provided under Article 8_GES (D8C1, D8C2 and D9C1). Reference is made to Article 8_ESG reporting on D8 and D9.
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The global objective is: "Seas without harming marine species and habitats through the impact of human activities". The objective is implemented by means of the operational objectives UZ3.1, UZN3.2, UZN3.3, UZN3.4 and UZN3.5. The environmental objectives established in 2012 and their description under the 2012 MSFD report continue to apply. They are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Sufficient spatial and temporal refuge and rest zones for ecosystem components exist. In order to protect against anthropogenic interference, for instance unused and/or restricted areas will be established ("no-take-zones and "no-take-times" for fisheries in accordance with the rules of the CFP)(see inter alia, Recital 39 of the MSFD).
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and the state of implementation of the measures respectively. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment on progress towards achieving the target is available, will this be reported in the Progress Assessment. However, for birds, fish, mammals and benthic habitats, it was established that the environmental target UZ3.1. was not met.
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The structure and function of food webs and marine habitats will not be adversely affected further by by-catches, discards and bottom-trawlers. The regeneration of those parts of the ecosystem that have been damaged due to past interventions will be sought. The functional groups of biological characteristics (MSFD Annex III Table 1) or their food base are not endangered.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and the state of implementation of the measures respectively. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment on progress towards achieving the target is available, will this be reported in the Progress Assessment. However, in relation to birds, it was found that the environmental objective was not achieved.
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Human infrastructures and uses do not pose a threat to the natural distribution (including migration) of species for which passable migration corridors present essential habitats.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and the state of implementation of the measures respectively. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment on progress towards achieving the target is available, will this be reported in the Progress Assessment. However, in relation to birds, it was found that the environmental objective was not achieved.
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The global objective is: "Seas with sustainably and carefully used resources". The objective is implemented by means of the operational objectives UZN4.1, UZN4.2, UZN4.3, UZN4.4, UZN4.5 and UZN4.6. The environmental objectives established in 2012 and their description under the 2012 MSFD report continue to apply. They are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Fishing does not affect other ecosystem components (non-target and benthic communities) to the extent that the achievement or maintenance of their specific good environmental status is threatened.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2016 programme of measures for 2021- notified to the European Commission. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment. However, in relation to birds, it was found that the environmental objective was not achieved.
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Within the protected areas in the German North Sea, the protection objectives and purposes are a priority. Particular attention should be paid to the specific public interests of coastal protection in the interest of exploiting non-living resources, and are only to be considered after careful assessment of alternatives.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment. However, in relation to birds, it was found that the environmental objective was not achieved.
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Through the exploitation or exploration of non-living resources, the ecosystem components of the German North Sea, in particular the fragile, declining and protected species and habitats, will not be damaged or disrupted significantly. Breeding, rearing, moulting, hibernation and migration periods, as well as the breeding, resting and feeding sites of the species concerned, shall be particularly taken into account.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment. However, in relation to birds, it was found that the environmental objective was not achieved.
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The objective is "Seas without pressures from waste". The objective is implemented by means of the operational objectives UZN5.1, UZN5.2 and UZN5.3.
The environmental objectives established in 2012 and their description under the 2012 MSFD report continue to apply. They are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on the state of achievement of the target, this will be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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A continuous reduction of input of and already present waste results in a significant reduction of harmful effects on the marine environment on beaches, the sea surface, the water column and the seabed.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on the state of achievement of the target, this will be reported in the Progress Assessment. The indicator "number of waste parts" relevant for Article 10 is not included here, as it is already reported in detail under Article 8_GES (D10C1). Reference is made to Article 8_ESG reporting.
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Hazardous waste proven to be present in marine organisms (in particular, microplastics) are approaching zero in the long term.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. The level of achievement of objectives will be assessed through OSPAR indicator OSPAR PLASTIC_FUL_STMCHS: Waste quantities in stomachs of fulmars reported in the North Sea for D10C1 and D10C3 in Article 8 Report Sheet. Reporting will not be repeated under ProgressAssessment.
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Other adverse environmental effects (such as entanglement and strangulation by waste parts) are reduced to a minimum.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment on the state of achievement of the target is available, this will be reported in the Progress Assessment.
The indicator "number of live birds in breeding colonies", which is considered under Article 10, is not included here, as the detailed report under Article 8_GES (D10C4) is already reported. Reference is made to Article 8_ESG reporting.
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The objective is "seas without interference from anthropogenic energy inputs". The objective is implemented by means of the operational objectives UZ6.1, UZN6.2, UZN6.3, UZN6.4 and UZN6.5.
The environmental objectives established in 2012 and their description under the 2012 MSFD report continue to apply. They are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report describes the achievement of objectives and the state of implementation of the measures respectively. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment on progress towards achieving the target is available, will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Anthropogenic noise by sound signals and shock waves does not cause physical harm (e.g. a temporary hearing threshold shift in harbour porpoises) and no significant disturbance of marine species.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report shows the achievement of objectives and the state of implementation of the measures respectively. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment on progress towards achieving the target is available, will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Noise inputs due to continuous, especially low-frequency broadband noises have no negative spatial and temporal effects, such as significant (substantial) disturbances (expulsion from habitats, masking of biologically relevant signals, etc.) and physical damage to marine species. As continuous noise inputs predominantly originate from the shipping sector, the specific operational objective of reducing the contribution of noise stemming from ships to the background levels should be aimed for.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report describes the achievement of objectives and the state of implementation of the measures respectively. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment on progress towards achieving the target is available, will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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The anthropogenic heat input does not have negative geographic and temporal impacts or does not exceed the agreed limit values. The Wadden Sea does not exceed a temperature increase in sediment of 2 K at a depth of 30 cm and does not exceed a temperature increase of 2 K in the EEZ of 20 cm.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2021 programme of measures notified to the European Commission in 2016. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text report describes the achievement of objectives and the state of implementation of the measures respectively. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment on progress towards achieving the target is available, will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Electromagnetic and also electric cells of anthropogenic origin are so weak that they do not impair the orientation, migration and food identification of marine organisms. The measured values on the sediment surface do not affect the Earth?s magnetfeld (in Europe 45 ± 15 µT). Cables and techniques where electromagnetic fields are largely avoided are used.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2016 programme of measures for 2021- notified to the European Commission. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Marine light effects emanating from human activities do not have an adverse effect on the marine environment.
The environmental objectives established by Germany in 2012 are the basis for the 2016-2016 programme of measures for 2021- notified to the European Commission. Since the implementation of the measures was only started in 2016, an assessment of the progress and effectiveness of the measures as a basis for updating the environmental objectives is often not yet possible. Where possible, the text of the text shows the achievement of objectives and/or the state of implementation of the measures. Only in individual cases where an indicator assessment is available on progress towards achieving the target will this be reported in the Progress Assessment.
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Import von Stickstoff und Phosphor |
Depositionswerte von Stickstoffverbindungen auf di |
Emissionswerte von Stickstoffverbindungen auf die |
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Nutrients over long distance
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Deposition values of nitrogen compounds on the sea surface
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Emission levels of nitrogen compounds onto the sea surface
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Target assessment description |
Total nitrogen concentrations at the limnic-marine transition point of the rivers entering the North Sea (or, for the Rhine river, the monitoring station at which the river Germany leaves German territory). It is currently expected that compliance with the management target of good environmental status under the Water Framework Directive and the good environmental status of MSFD can be achieved.
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Total phosphorus at the limnic-marine transition point (TP) of rivers draining to the North Sea (or for the river Rhine, the location where the river leaves German territory).
There are two different orientation values for TP depending on the river type:
Rhine, Elbe, Ems, Weser: Target Value = 0,1, Value Achieved Upper = 0,17, Value Achieved Lower = 0,1, Target Status = Target not yet achieved. - Eider, Treene, Arlau, Bongsieler Canal, Miele: Target Value = 0,3, Value Achieved Upper = 0,24, Value Achieved Lower = 0,14, Target Status = Target achieved. Note: The reporting schema does not permit a double entry of the combination Concentration in water / TP and also does not allow specifying value ranges for Target Value and Value achieved.
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Long-distance entries from other sea basins continue to represent an important source of nutrients in the German North Sea waters. Close to the shore (ICEF and ICNF assessment areas), Germany's contribution to nitrogen inputs from water was 54 %, while 12 % came from the Netherlands and 6 % from the UK (Lenhart and Great 2018 unpublished). In the outer German EEZ (valuation areas OFFO and OFI), Germany's contribution to nitrogen depositions decreased to only 2 %, the Netherlands increased to 13 % and the United Kingdom to 11 %. As regards the share of the Netherlands, it has to be taken into account that the nutrient inputs of the Rhine are exclusively allocated to the Netherlands. At this stage, no statement can be made about the trends in the remote input, but a model study of the WFD reductions showed that the long distance inputs from other OSPAR Contracting States would decrease in proportion to the level of nitrogen reduction planned under the WFD (Lenhart and Great 2018 unpublished).
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Approximately 20 % of the nitrogen inputs into German North Sea waters derive from atmospheric deposition on the marine waters (Brockmann et al. 2017). In 2015, 47.590 tonnes of nitrogen were deposited on the German EEZ (22.400 tonnes of reduced nitrogen and 25.190 tonnes of oxidised nitrogen (OSPAR 2018)). The time series of normalised nitrogen deposition showed a decrease of 28 % (around 16.850 tonnes) between 1995 and 2015, mainly due to the decrease in the oxidised nitrogen deposition. Since 2012, there has been no further decrease in atmospheric nitrogen deposition. Only about 20 % of the deposition of oxidised nitrogen compounds to the North Sea waters in the German EEZ resulted from German emissions, about 20 % came from the United Kingdom, approximately 6 % from the Netherlands, approximately 10 % from France, approximately 6 % from Poland and about 16 % from the North Sea shipping (OSPAR 2018). In terms of deposition of reduced nitrogen compounds, Germany had a much higher share of around 53 %, 16 % came from the Netherlands, 9 % from France and 7 % from the UK (OSPAR 2018). Shipping in the North Sea and the North East Atlantic accounted for 11 % of atmospheric nitrogen inputs in 2014 (OSPAR 2018).
The target is to achieve the reduction targets under the Gothenburg Protocol and NEC Directive 2016/2284.
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In 2015, the emissions of oxidised nitrogen compounds were 361.000 tonnes for Germany and 625.300 tonnes for reduced nitrogen compounds (data in tonnes nitrogen/year) (HELCOM fact sheet: Nitrogen emissions to air). In 2015, emissions of oxidised nitrogen compounds were 40 % for Germany, 24 % for energy, 10 % for households and 11 % for small consumers and for agriculture (UBA data on the environment). Nitrogen compounds from nitrogen compounds (ammonia) accounted for 95 % of 2015 emissions from agriculture. The emissions of oxidised nitrogen compounds decreased by 45 % between 1995 and 2015 and in recent years showed a slightly declining trend, while emissions of reduced N compounds increased by 12 % and showed a continuing upward trend (HELCOM fact sheet: Nitrogen emissions to air).
The target is to achieve the reduction targets under the Gothenburg Protocol and NEC Directive 2016/2284.
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The assessment of progress takes place at the level of operational environmental objectives.
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The indicator reported for the assessment of the environmental objective 2012 is 'pollutant concentrations at the limnic-marine transition point of the rivers draining the North Sea': Not evaluated
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The indicators reported for the assessment of the environmental objective 2012 are:
Contaminants emitted: Not assessed
Deposition of contaminants on the sea surface: Not assessed
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The indicator reported for the assessment of the environmental objective 2012 is: quantity of inputs: Not assessed
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The indicators reported for the assessment of the environmental objective 2012 are:
type and quantity of inputs: Not assessed
size and amount of polluted sea surface area: Not assessed
oil-rate rate (fraction of oil-contaminated birds of a certain species) for birds: Not assessed
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The indicators reported for the assessment of the environmental objective 2012 are:
'concentrations of pollutants in water, organisms and sediments: An assessment is available under Article 8_GES for D8C1, which is referred to here. Thereafter, the good status with regard to concentrations of pollutants in the marine environment is not yet reached.
Biological effects: An assessment is available under Article 8_GES for D8C2, which is referred to here. Thereafter, the good status is achieved in relation to TBT-Imposex.
Pollution levels in seafood: The status of the state of the environment in relation to D9C1 could not be assessed in the context of Article 8_GES, which is referred to here.
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There are no specific indicators for assessing progress. However, for birds, fish, mammals and benthic habitats, the overall environmental target UZ3 has not been reached.
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There are no specific indicators for assessing progress. However, for birds, fish, mammals and benthic habitats, environmental objective UZ3.1 was not achieved.
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There are no specific indicators for assessing progress. However, in relation to birds, it can be established that the environmental target UZ3.2 was not met.
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There are no specific indicators for assessing progress. However, in relation to birds, it can be established that the environmental target UZ3.4 was not met.
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An assessment of the state of fish stocks can currently not be carried out.
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There are no specific indicators for assessing progress. With regard to birds, however, it can be stated that environmental objective 4.3 has not been achieved.
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There are no specific indicators for assessing progress. However, in relation to birds, it can be established that the environmental target UZ4.5 was not met.
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There are no specific indicators for assessing progress. However, in relation to birds, it can be established that the environmental target UZ 4.6. was not met.
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The assessment of progress takes place at the level of operational environmental objectives.
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The indicators reported in 2012 for the assessment of the environmental objective are:
" Number of waste fractions of different materials and categories per area": Not assessed
"Volumes of the waste fractions of different materials and categories per area": Not assessed
For information on data collection, see art. 8_GES to D10C1.
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The indicator reported in 2012 for the assessment of progress is "garbage in birds (e.g. fulmar) and other indicator species". See evaluation under Article 8_D10C3.
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The indicators reported in 2012 for the assessment of progress are:
"Number of live birds in breeding colonies": Not assessed
"Birds and other indicator species found dead due to entanglement": Not assessed
For data collection see art. 8_GES D10C4.
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The assessment of progress takes place at the level of operational environmental objectives.
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The indicators reported in 2012 for the assessment of progress are:
"compliance with existing or to be developed threshold values(frequency, audible signal characteristics (SPL, SEL, etc.), active time and particulate movement))": Not assessed
"degree and frequency of damage and disturbance to marine organisms": Not assessed
"Monitoring of noise inputs and biological effects": Not assessed
"Modelling of particularly impacted zones, e.g. Offshore wind farm construction work)": Not assessed
For data collection status, see Article 8_D11.
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The indicators reported in 2012 for the assessment of progress are:
"compliance with existing or to be developed threshold values frequency, audible signal characteristics (SPL, SEL, etc.), active time and particle movement): Not evaluated
"degree and frequency of damage and disturbance to marine organisms": Not evaluated
"noise monitoring within marine regions through stationary measuring stations in a representative number": Not assessed
"Monitoring of biological effects": Not assessed
For data collection status, see Article 8_D11.
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The indicators reported in 2012 for the assessment of progress are:
"Temperature": Not assessed
"Spatial expansion of heat generation": Not assessed
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Die zur Bewertung des Fortschritts 2012 gemeldeten Indikatoren sind:
- Intensität elektromagnetischer und elektrischer Felder: nicht bewertet
- Räumliche Ausdehnung elektromagnetischer und elektrischer Felder: nicht bewertet
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The indicators reported to assess progress in 2012 are. - Light intensity: not rated - Light spectra: not rated
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