Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to technologies that mimic human abilities such as strategic thinking and language, opening up new possibilities for our future. On this page, we answer the most important questions.

When it smells bad, odor assessor Thomas Liebich steps in. In the interview, he explains what matters in his work — and why his nose isn’t actually that important.

For specific projects, impacts on neighbouring Natura 2000 sites must be identified, described and assessed at an early stage.

More safety at funfairs and amusement parks is promised by the DIN EN 13814 standard. Michael Krah explains what the Europe-wide regulations include.

The construction and operation or modification of a plant according to the Federal Immission Control Act requires a comprehensive permit management. Operators must go through complex application procedures and submit extensive application documents. Current legal framework conditions and the permit status must always be taken into account.

As from 1 September 2017, a new mandatory procedure for measurement of emissions and fuel consumption will be introduced in stages in the European Union.

From buses through to intercity trains: The inertia dynamometer now installed in Essen by TÜV NORD monitors the brakes of trucks and railway vehicles.

Odor measurements are used to determine the concentration of odorous substances in the air, often through olfactometry, which employs the human nose as a sensor. Samples are collected in odor-proof bags and analyzed in the laboratory to evaluate the intensity and frequency of odors, helping to prevent nuisances.