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With Arqum aktuell, we inform our project partners once a quarter about current developments in environmental law and environmental management, as well as news from Arqum.
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The new ISO 14001:2026 is here!
Approximately ten years after the last revision of ISO 14001
The obligation to publish implementation plans (§9, EnEfG) is imminent.
Many companies are required under current law to submit implementation plans in accordance with Section 9.
Updates regarding CSRD, VSME and LkSG within the framework of the EU Omnibus Procedure
New deadlines and alternative courses of action under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
BECV expansion: Secure your CO2 compensation now
The national emissions trading scheme (BEHG) increases the costs for fossil fuels
SBTi Net-Zero Standard 2.0: More focus on implementation and transformation
With the new version of the Net-Zero standard, science
VSME becomes VS – Introduction of the Voluntary Standard and revision of the ESRS
The EU Commission adopted the delegated acts on July 3rd.
Arqum Convoy: ISO 50005 – A joint entry into simplified energy management for companies and public institutions
For organizations that deal more intensively with the topic of "energy".
Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) amendments for public institutions: Who is affected and what needs to be done?
At the end of June, the Federal Cabinet approved a new draft of the "Law".
Calculation of the greenhouse gas balance (CCF) at Wilhelma Stuttgart
In recent months, Arqum has been working at the Wilhelma Stuttgart –
New standard in the Greenhouse Gas Protocol: Land Sector and Removals Standard
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol is considered the world's leading standard for
Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) – current requirements and suitable solutions
The Energy Efficiency Act (Act to Increase Energy Efficiency) came into force on November 18, 2023.
Current developments regarding IEDs and the 45th Federal Immission Control Ordinance (BImSchV)
A revision of the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) requires the
Attention: Operating costs – The impact of CO₂ pricing under the nEHS on your company
The national emissions trading system (nEHS) has been a key instrument since 2021.
Update on the EU regulation: Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
Regulation (EU) 2023/956 on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
Arqum wishes you a Merry Christmas
2025 was a year with many challenges for all those
Support for the pediatric oncology department of the National Cancer Institute in Kyiv
We have been donating to the Evangelical Lutheran Church at Christmas since 2011.
We recommend: Our Gold Standard compensation certificates
You want your company to contribute to international
National implementation of the CER Directive through the KRITIS umbrella law
Operators of critical infrastructure are essential for the functioning of society.
Energy efficiency in Southeast Asia: Networks for a sustainable future
Arqum supports energy efficiency network projects in Thailand and Vietnam and shows how
We Impact: Holistic sustainability management with a system
We Impact is an integrated sustainability management system developed by KATE e.
Sustainability and reporting: Our current support offer
Regulatory requirements in the area of sustainability are evolving: The
EMAS requirement under the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG): Implementation of energy management principles
Companies with a validated environmental management system according to EMAS comply with energy law requirements.
Transformation plans for companies and facilities – the EMAS environmental management system as a basis
Transformation or transition plans for companies and operational facilities are becoming increasingly important.
Environmental tip: Sustainability through repair
For the manufacture of furniture, technical equipment and other items
Calculation of a PCF for two exhibition stands at Arno Design
Over the past few months, we have supported ARNO Design in...
Revision of the IED with the introduction of an environmental management system obligation
As part of the EU Commission's Green Deal, the existing
Two more environmental consultants on the Arqum team
Our consultants Magdalena Fleischmann and Philipp Poferl have tackled the demanding
Sustainable sound insulation made from hops in our Munich office
For our Munich office, we were looking for a sustainable solution.
New search engine from the Federal Environment Agency and planned publication of a list of emission factors
The new search engine umwelt.info of the German Federal Environment Agency has been available since February 2025.
EMAS platform: Conclusion of the open pilot phase
With the completion of the three-year research project, the digital EMAS platform is launched.
Successful completion of the PartnerAfrica project in Ghana
The PartnerAfrica project, which we launched three years ago in cooperation
New EU Packaging Regulation
The new EU Packaging Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2025/40, also known as PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Regulation))
Natural facade greening: advantages, tips and more
Green facades are true all-rounders and a key element of modern green space planning.
New reporting thresholds: Amendment to the Energy Tax and Electricity Tax Transparency Ordinance (EnSTransV)
If companies receive greater relief from electricity and energy taxes in
One year of the Arqum Compliance Tool – facts, figures, news
We're celebrating one year of Arqum Compliance Tool! After a pilot phase
Research project for the further development of the CSRD reporting standards commissioned by the German Federal Environment Agency
Together with our project partners Institute for Ecological Economic Research IÖW and
Practical implementation of the CSRD reporting obligation: We asked the auditor!
The CSRD reporting obligation is a major concern for us and our cooperation partners: Currently, we are conducting
Ecosia instead of Google
Whether for private or business purposes, we all "Google" our way through the
Energy audits in Vietnam: Uncovering potential, shaping the future
As part of our two Energy Efficiency and Climate Clubs (EEC) in Thai
EMASplus becomes We Impact
Corporate sustainability management based on EMAS – that was previously
New office space in Frankfurt
Hooray, we have a new office! Our Frankfurt team
The German Training Week on energy efficiency will continue in 2024: training courses in five more countries.
We share knowledge! After the conception and successful
CSRD reporting obligation: How Arqum supports the KALLE Group on its path to sustainability reporting
The Kalle Group, a manufacturing company with around 1.500 employees
Successful EMAS validation of all Arqum locations
We want to lead by example! That's why we're already operating
Switch gears: Why you should switch from car driver to e-biker
E-bikes make it possible. Commuters can effortlessly cover longer distances with more power.
Arqum and Terrabiota are renaturing a reed bog
In collaboration with the landscape architects of Terrabiota, we carried out a moorland restoration project at Karpfenwinkel on Lake Starnberg.
Ellen Leibing & Philipp Leinfelder in the current podcast of “38% Rethinking Cities”
How can a company implement effective environmental management? What legal challenges does it present?
New requirements of the ISO standards on climate change
An amendment to the text of important management system standards is intended to address climate change.
Multi-site challenge – Implementing EMAS / ISO 50001 in companies with many locations
The new energy efficiency law requires companies with a total annual energy consumption to
The Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) in practice: Arqum supports the German Federal Pension Insurance Fund on its path to EMAS.
The German Federal Pension Insurance Fund (DRV Bund) is subject to the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG).
PartnerAfrika project – an important contribution to the socio-ecological transformation of companies in Ghana
The PartnerAfrica project has existed since 2022 and is a cooperation of
Here's how to save energy when sending emails
Did you know? According to Ökotest, shipping a normal
First results from the pilot project “Climate management based on EMAS”
The concept developed by Arqum on behalf of the Federal Environment Agency for
Climate-friendly travel – a handbook for destinations in Europe
Our holidays are sacred to us! So that we can travel in the most climate-friendly way possible.
Arqum launches two energy efficiency and climate protection networks in Vietnam
The kick-off events took place on October 17th and 19th, 2023.
New from January 2024: Waste incineration is subject to national emissions trading.
The Fuel Emissions Trading Act (BEHG) currently regulates the national trading of emission allowances.
Sustainable mobility – environmentally friendly travel even during train strikes
Currently, Deutsche Bahn and the train drivers' union GDL are in agreement.
German-Chinese cooperation: Taicang High-Tech Zone on the path to greater energy efficiency and climate protection
On September 25, 2023, we were in Taicang from Arqum.
GHG accounting of cultural institutions
We are currently supporting both the Federal Cultural Foundation (KSB) and
Arqum is leading new international energy efficiency training courses
Last year, as part of a pilot project, we were able to...
Arqum supports federal authorities in the implementation of EMAS.
Environmental management systems according to EMAS offer an effective way to systematically achieve environmental protection and climate neutrality. Numerous federal agencies will be implementing environmental management systems in the coming years. Arqum will be supporting them in this process.
Greenhouse gas balance shows: Sustainable management pays off
Exciting insights for the environment and sustainability: The climate footprint of a winery
Arqum will set the Green Shape Standard
This is a standard for environmentally friendly outdoor products.
Attention: Operating costs – The impact of CO₂ pricing under the nEHS on your company
The national emissions trading system (nEHS) has been a key instrument since 2021.
Arqum wishes you a Merry Christmas
2025 was a year with many challenges for all those
Support for the pediatric oncology department of the National Cancer Institute in Kyiv
We have been donating to the Evangelical Lutheran Church at Christmas since 2011.
Environmental tip: Sustainability through repair
For the manufacture of furniture, technical equipment and other items
Two more environmental consultants on the Arqum team
Our consultants Magdalena Fleischmann and Philipp Poferl have tackled the demanding
Sustainable sound insulation made from hops in our Munich office
For our Munich office, we were looking for a sustainable solution.
Natural facade greening: advantages, tips and more
Green facades are true all-rounders and a key element of modern green space planning.
Ecosia instead of Google
Whether for private or business purposes, we all "Google" our way through the
Switch gears: Why you should switch from car driver to e-biker
E-bikes make it possible. Commuters can effortlessly cover longer distances with more power.
Here's how to save energy when sending emails
Did you know? According to Ökotest, shipping a normal
Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) – current requirements and suitable solutions
The Energy Efficiency Act (Act to Increase Energy Efficiency) came into force on November 18, 2023.
Current developments regarding IEDs and the 45th Federal Immission Control Ordinance (BImSchV)
A revision of the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) requires the
Update on the EU regulation: Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
Regulation (EU) 2023/956 on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
National implementation of the CER Directive through the KRITIS umbrella law
Operators of critical infrastructure are essential for the functioning of society.
Revision of the IED with the introduction of an environmental management system obligation
As part of the EU Commission's Green Deal, the existing
New EU Packaging Regulation
The new EU Packaging Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2025/40, also known as PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Regulation))
New reporting thresholds: Amendment to the Energy Tax and Electricity Tax Transparency Ordinance (EnSTransV)
If companies receive greater relief from electricity and energy taxes in
One year of the Arqum Compliance Tool – facts, figures, news
We're celebrating one year of Arqum Compliance Tool! After a pilot phase
Practical implementation of the CSRD reporting obligation: We asked the auditor!
The CSRD reporting obligation is a major concern for us and our cooperation partners: Currently, we are conducting
New from January 2024: Waste incineration is subject to national emissions trading.
The Fuel Emissions Trading Act (BEHG) currently regulates the national trading of emission allowances.
Updates regarding CSRD, VSME and LkSG within the framework of the EU Omnibus Procedure
New deadlines and alternative courses of action under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
We Impact: Holistic sustainability management with a system
We Impact is an integrated sustainability management system developed by KATE e.
Sustainability and reporting: Our current support offer
Regulatory requirements in the area of sustainability are evolving: The
Research project for the further development of the CSRD reporting standards commissioned by the German Federal Environment Agency
Together with our project partners Institute for Ecological Economic Research IÖW and
Practical implementation of the CSRD reporting obligation: We asked the auditor!
The CSRD reporting obligation is a major concern for us and our cooperation partners: Currently, we are conducting
CSRD reporting obligation: How Arqum supports the KALLE Group on its path to sustainability reporting
The Kalle Group, a manufacturing company with around 1.500 employees
Arqum and Terrabiota are renaturing a reed bog
In collaboration with the landscape architects of Terrabiota, we carried out a moorland restoration project at Karpfenwinkel on Lake Starnberg.
Sustainable mobility – environmentally friendly travel even during train strikes
Currently, Deutsche Bahn and the train drivers' union GDL are in agreement.
Arqum will set the Green Shape Standard
This is a standard for environmentally friendly outdoor products.
The obligation to publish implementation plans (§9, EnEfG) is imminent.
Many companies are required under current law to submit implementation plans in accordance with Section 9.
BECV expansion: Secure your CO2 compensation now
The national emissions trading scheme (BEHG) increases the costs for fossil fuels
Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) – current requirements and suitable solutions
The Energy Efficiency Act (Act to Increase Energy Efficiency) came into force on November 18, 2023.
Energy efficiency in Southeast Asia: Networks for a sustainable future
Arqum supports energy efficiency network projects in Thailand and Vietnam and shows how
Revision of the IED with the introduction of an environmental management system obligation
As part of the EU Commission's Green Deal, the existing
Energy audits in Vietnam: Uncovering potential, shaping the future
As part of our two Energy Efficiency and Climate Clubs (EEC) in Thai
The German Training Week on energy efficiency will continue in 2024: training courses in five more countries.
We share knowledge! After the conception and successful
Multi-site challenge – Implementing EMAS / ISO 50001 in companies with many locations
The new energy efficiency law requires companies with a total annual energy consumption to
PartnerAfrika project – an important contribution to the socio-ecological transformation of companies in Ghana
The PartnerAfrica project has existed since 2022 and is a cooperation of
Here's how to save energy when sending emails
Did you know? According to Ökotest, shipping a normal
Arqum launches two energy efficiency and climate protection networks in Vietnam
The kick-off events took place on October 17th and 19th, 2023.
New from January 2024: Waste incineration is subject to national emissions trading.
The Fuel Emissions Trading Act (BEHG) currently regulates the national trading of emission allowances.
German-Chinese cooperation: Taicang High-Tech Zone on the path to greater energy efficiency and climate protection
On September 25, 2023, we were in Taicang from Arqum.
Arqum is leading new international energy efficiency training courses
Last year, as part of a pilot project, we were able to...
Arqum Convoy: ISO 50005 – A joint entry into simplified energy management for companies and public institutions
For organizations that deal more intensively with the topic of "energy".
Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) amendments for public institutions: Who is affected and what needs to be done?
At the end of June, the Federal Cabinet approved a new draft of the "Law".
EMAS requirement under the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG): Implementation of energy management principles
Companies with a validated environmental management system according to EMAS comply with energy law requirements.
Multi-site challenge – Implementing EMAS / ISO 50001 in companies with many locations
The new energy efficiency law requires companies with a total annual energy consumption to
New from January 2024: Waste incineration is subject to national emissions trading.
The Fuel Emissions Trading Act (BEHG) currently regulates the national trading of emission allowances.
Energy efficiency in Southeast Asia: Networks for a sustainable future
Arqum supports energy efficiency network projects in Thailand and Vietnam and shows how
Successful completion of the PartnerAfrica project in Ghana
The PartnerAfrica project, which we launched three years ago in cooperation
Energy audits in Vietnam: Uncovering potential, shaping the future
As part of our two Energy Efficiency and Climate Clubs (EEC) in Thai
The German Training Week on energy efficiency will continue in 2024: training courses in five more countries.
We share knowledge! After the conception and successful
PartnerAfrika project – an important contribution to the socio-ecological transformation of companies in Ghana
The PartnerAfrica project has existed since 2022 and is a cooperation of
Arqum launches two energy efficiency and climate protection networks in Vietnam
The kick-off events took place on October 17th and 19th, 2023.
German-Chinese cooperation: Taicang High-Tech Zone on the path to greater energy efficiency and climate protection
On September 25, 2023, we were in Taicang from Arqum.
Arqum is leading new international energy efficiency training courses
Last year, as part of a pilot project, we were able to...
BECV expansion: Secure your CO2 compensation now
The national emissions trading scheme (BEHG) increases the costs for fossil fuels
SBTi Net-Zero Standard 2.0: More focus on implementation and transformation
With the new version of the Net-Zero standard, science
Calculation of the greenhouse gas balance (CCF) at Wilhelma Stuttgart
In recent months, Arqum has been working at the Wilhelma Stuttgart –
New standard in the Greenhouse Gas Protocol: Land Sector and Removals Standard
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol is considered the world's leading standard for
Update on the EU regulation: Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
Regulation (EU) 2023/956 on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
We recommend: Our Gold Standard compensation certificates
You want your company to contribute to international
Calculation of a PCF for two exhibition stands at Arno Design
Over the past few months, we have supported ARNO Design in...
Natural facade greening: advantages, tips and more
Green facades are true all-rounders and a key element of modern green space planning.
Arqum and Terrabiota are renaturing a reed bog
In collaboration with the landscape architects of Terrabiota, we carried out a moorland restoration project at Karpfenwinkel on Lake Starnberg.
New requirements of the ISO standards on climate change
An amendment to the text of important management system standards is intended to address climate change.
First results from the pilot project “Climate management based on EMAS”
The concept developed by Arqum on behalf of the Federal Environment Agency for
Climate-friendly travel – a handbook for destinations in Europe
Our holidays are sacred to us! So that we can travel in the most climate-friendly way possible.
Arqum launches two energy efficiency and climate protection networks in Vietnam
The kick-off events took place on October 17th and 19th, 2023.
New from January 2024: Waste incineration is subject to national emissions trading.
The Fuel Emissions Trading Act (BEHG) currently regulates the national trading of emission allowances.
Sustainable mobility – environmentally friendly travel even during train strikes
Currently, Deutsche Bahn and the train drivers' union GDL are in agreement.
GHG accounting of cultural institutions
We are currently supporting both the Federal Cultural Foundation (KSB) and
Arqum supports federal authorities in the implementation of EMAS.
Environmental management systems according to EMAS offer an effective way to systematically achieve environmental protection and climate neutrality. Numerous federal agencies will be implementing environmental management systems in the coming years. Arqum will be supporting them in this process.
Greenhouse gas balance shows: Sustainable management pays off
Exciting insights for the environment and sustainability: The climate footprint of a winery
Arqum will set the Green Shape Standard
This is a standard for environmentally friendly outdoor products.
Revision of the IED with the introduction of an environmental management system obligation
As part of the EU Commission's Green Deal, the existing
Two more environmental consultants on the Arqum team
Our consultants Magdalena Fleischmann and Philipp Poferl have tackled the demanding
Sustainable sound insulation made from hops in our Munich office
For our Munich office, we were looking for a sustainable solution.
New search engine from the Federal Environment Agency and planned publication of a list of emission factors
The new search engine umwelt.info of the German Federal Environment Agency has been available since February 2025.
New EU Packaging Regulation
The new EU Packaging Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2025/40, also known as PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Regulation))
Natural facade greening: advantages, tips and more
Green facades are true all-rounders and a key element of modern green space planning.
Ecosia instead of Google
Whether for private or business purposes, we all "Google" our way through the
EMASplus becomes We Impact
Corporate sustainability management based on EMAS – that was previously
New office space in Frankfurt
Hooray, we have a new office! Our Frankfurt team
Successful EMAS validation of all Arqum locations
We want to lead by example! That's why we're already operating
Switch gears: Why you should switch from car driver to e-biker
E-bikes make it possible. Commuters can effortlessly cover longer distances with more power.
Ellen Leibing & Philipp Leinfelder in the current podcast of “38% Rethinking Cities”
How can a company implement effective environmental management? What legal challenges does it present?
Multi-site challenge – Implementing EMAS / ISO 50001 in companies with many locations
The new energy efficiency law requires companies with a total annual energy consumption to
The Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) in practice: Arqum supports the German Federal Pension Insurance Fund on its path to EMAS.
The German Federal Pension Insurance Fund (DRV Bund) is subject to the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG).
PartnerAfrika project – an important contribution to the socio-ecological transformation of companies in Ghana
The PartnerAfrica project has existed since 2022 and is a cooperation of
Here's how to save energy when sending emails
Did you know? According to Ökotest, shipping a normal
First results from the pilot project “Climate management based on EMAS”
The concept developed by Arqum on behalf of the Federal Environment Agency for
Climate-friendly travel – a handbook for destinations in Europe
Our holidays are sacred to us! So that we can travel in the most climate-friendly way possible.
Arqum supports federal authorities in the implementation of EMAS.
Environmental management systems according to EMAS offer an effective way to systematically achieve environmental protection and climate neutrality. Numerous federal agencies will be implementing environmental management systems in the coming years. Arqum will be supporting them in this process.
Arqum will set the Green Shape Standard
This is a standard for environmentally friendly outdoor products.
The new ISO 14001:2026 is here!
Approximately ten years after the last revision of ISO 14001
Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) amendments for public institutions: Who is affected and what needs to be done?
At the end of June, the Federal Cabinet approved a new draft of the "Law".
EMAS requirement under the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG): Implementation of energy management principles
Companies with a validated environmental management system according to EMAS comply with energy law requirements.
Transformation plans for companies and facilities – the EMAS environmental management system as a basis
Transformation or transition plans for companies and operational facilities are becoming increasingly important.
Revision of the IED with the introduction of an environmental management system obligation
As part of the EU Commission's Green Deal, the existing
Two more environmental consultants on the Arqum team
Our consultants Magdalena Fleischmann and Philipp Poferl have tackled the demanding
Sustainable sound insulation made from hops in our Munich office
For our Munich office, we were looking for a sustainable solution.
EMAS platform: Conclusion of the open pilot phase
With the completion of the three-year research project, the digital EMAS platform is launched.
New reporting thresholds: Amendment to the Energy Tax and Electricity Tax Transparency Ordinance (EnSTransV)
If companies receive greater relief from electricity and energy taxes in
New office space in Frankfurt
Hooray, we have a new office! Our Frankfurt team
Successful EMAS validation of all Arqum locations
We want to lead by example! That's why we're already operating
Ellen Leibing & Philipp Leinfelder in the current podcast of “38% Rethinking Cities”
How can a company implement effective environmental management? What legal challenges does it present?
Multi-site challenge – Implementing EMAS / ISO 50001 in companies with many locations
The new energy efficiency law requires companies with a total annual energy consumption to
The Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) in practice: Arqum supports the German Federal Pension Insurance Fund on its path to EMAS.
The German Federal Pension Insurance Fund (DRV Bund) is subject to the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG).
First results from the pilot project “Climate management based on EMAS”
The concept developed by Arqum on behalf of the Federal Environment Agency for
Arqum supports federal authorities in the implementation of EMAS.
Environmental management systems according to EMAS offer an effective way to systematically achieve environmental protection and climate neutrality. Numerous federal agencies will be implementing environmental management systems in the coming years. Arqum will be supporting them in this process.
Greenhouse gas balance shows: Sustainable management pays off
Exciting insights for the environment and sustainability: The climate footprint of a winery