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Service Portal - Environment & Nature

Erlangen is an eco-city—and not just since 2019, when the city declared a climate emergency. Environmental, natural, and climate protection have long played a central role here. However, to effectively protect the atmosphere, flora and fauna, the soil, and people from harmful influences, we need a wealth of information, (funding) services, and, of course, binding regulations. Here you’ll find everything you need to know—from species conservation to environmental consulting.

Services A-Z

Service

Air Quality Protection; Ordering Investigations and Inspections by Monitoring Stations or Experts

To determine emissions and environmental concentrations and to conduct safety inspections, the competent authority may order that designated measuring stations or experts take action.
Service, Animal husbandry, Animal transportation

Animal husbandry; implementation of animal welfare controls

According to the Animal Welfare Act, a large number of facilities and animal husbandries (e.g. livestock farms, slaughterhouses, laboratory animal facilities) must be regularly inspected to ensure compliance with legal animal welfare requirements.
Service, Application for an animal exhibition permit, Animal exhibitions, Animal exhibition permit, animal event, Cattle exhibitions, cattle shows

Animal show, animal exhibition, animal fair; notification or application for a permit

Animal shows, animal exhibitions, animal fairs and other animal events must be reported to or approved by the local district administrative authority.
Service, Animal welfare law

Animal welfare law; application for a certificate of competence or a certificate of proficiency

Competence tests, certificates of competence and certificates of proficiency ensure that the requirements of animal welfare legislation are complied with when keeping, slaughtering and transporting animals.
Leistung mit Onlineverfahren
Service, Online service, Authorization of activities requiring a permit in the animal welfare sector, Animal welfare

Animal welfare permit; application

In accordance with Section 11 of the Animal Welfare Act, certain animal husbandry and activities on or with animals require permits that are linked to the reliability and expertise of the operator and to species-appropriate animal husbandry.
Service, Dangerous Animals, Fighting Dogs, Animal Welfare Order

Animal Welfare; Order

In the event of violations of the Animal Welfare Act, district administrative authorities must take action and, if necessary, issue orders.
Leistung mit Onlineverfahren
Service, Online Service, Crime, Animal Cruelty, unjustified killing of animals

Animal Welfare; Report of an Administrative Offense

Administrative offenses under the Animal Welfare Act are prosecuted and punished.
Leistung mit Onlineverfahren
Service, Online service

Animals and goods of animal origin; monitoring of trade

Monitoring the trade in animals and goods of animal origin is the task of the official veterinarians at the district offices and serves to ensure compliance with animal disease, animal welfare and food law regulations.
Service

Bannwald; explanation

Bannwald is a forest that is irreplaceable due to its location, especially in urban agglomerations and sparsely wooded areas. This forest provides a more balanced urban climate, offers recreational space and has a positive effect on the water and air balance.
Leistung mit Onlineverfahren
Service, Online Service

Broadband Expansion; Application for the Installation or Modification of a Telecommunications Line on Public Road Right-of-Way

If a telecommunications company wishes to use public right-of-way for the installation of telecommunications lines or the modification of lines that have already been installed, it must apply for authorization under the Telecommunications Act.

Service, Cable TV, Public sewer system, public road network, Telephone network, Water supply network, gas supply network, electricity supply network

Building area; information on development

Development is the responsibility of the municipality unless it is the responsibility of another party in accordance with other statutory provisions or obligations under public law.

Leistung mit Onlineverfahren
Service, Online Service

Civil Protection; Public Alert

When necessary, the safety and disaster management authorities warn the population likely to be affected by a disaster or a widespread emergency and, if appropriate, provide guidance on how to respond.

News

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Climate, Environment, Climate Goal, Climate Breakthrough, Climate Change, sustainable, Climate Protection, Climate Action, Environmental Education, Climate-neutral, Climate Emergency, Climate Awakening, Environmental Protection, Events, Vacation Program, Parents, Children, Child Care

Sustainability Action Plan

It offers over 100 events in nearly every neighborhood for the entire community. From panel discussions to workshops, family days, and guided tours, all the way to vacation programs and school projects, there’s something for everyone.

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RegioPlus Challenge

From October 5 to 11, 2026, eat and drink only foods and beverages produced within a 50-kilometer radius of your home. The goal is to promote certain products.

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Erlangen is a Fairtrade Town

Erlangen may continue to call itself a “Fairtrade Town” for another two years. The nonprofit organization Fairtrade Deutschland e. V. awards this title to cities and municipalities that demonstrate a special commitment to fair trade.

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Biotag Erlangen

Join us in celebrating Erlangen Organic Day as part of Erlangen Autumn, get to know the farms and people behind the “organic city” of Erlangen and the Erlangen-Höchstadt district, and sample the variety of regional organic products at the food fair on Wasserturmstraße!

Help Shape Erlangen

Plans and projects

Climate Breakthrough

With the “Klima-Aufbruch” initiative, the city of Erlangen has embraced its role as an active driver of greenhouse gas neutrality. Through a unique participatory process, we worked together with initiatives, associations, businesses, the scientific community, and citizens to develop the “Klima-Aufbruch” roadmap—a catalog of 41 measures.
Plans and projects

Erlangen Wastewater Treatment Plant - 2030 Expansion Plan: Trace Substance Removal (4th Treatment Stage)

Current wastewater treatment leaves trace substances from pharmaceuticals and personal care products, as well as certain industrial and household chemicals, almost entirely in the treated wastewater. A fourth treatment stage is necessary to treat the wastewater appropriately before it flows back into the Regnitz River.

What else is there?