Publications
Publications
We provide you with a wide range of downloadable publications in German and English – from factsheets to publications on various topics as well as guidance documents.
Contact
Export Initiative Environmental Protection +49 30 72618 0999 Email
List of selected publications
Notice
Publications from GIZ GmbH
This website hosts only a selection of the numerous publications issued by GIZ GmbH as part of the Export Initiative Environmental Protection. For the full list of publications, please see the GIZ Knowledge Hub for Green Technologies website.
Go to all publications from GIZ GmbH
Why are bio-based and biodegradable plastics not part of the solution to reduce plastic waste?
Bio-based and biodegradable plastics are often discussed as alternatives to fossil-based plastic. However, this does not result in any reductions to waste volumes.
Material choices for environmentally friendly packaging design
This report is based on a literature review of several LCA studies, which were conducted to analyse the environmental impacts of various packaging materials and their alternatives.
Design-for-recycling (D4R) – state of play
The article evaluates over 100 separate D4R guidelines in Europe and covers measures for improving the recyclability of products, especially in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, and their implementation at a policymaking and technical level.
Considerations for packaging classification
Packaging waste is fast becoming an environmental challenge all over the world. At the same time, packaging fulfils important functions. The article attempts to understand this problem and identify meaningful solutions.
