Research on measures in place against tobacco pollution in Germany

Conduct research on tobacco pollution and related measures in Germany

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Overview

Conduct research on tobacco pollution and related measures in Germany

You have:

  • German native speaker
  • Legal skills
  • Research skills

Contract

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Surfrider is doing research on the situation and measures in place against tobacco pollution in Germany

Compile information in Germany on tobacco pollution, especially : - estimated (latest) number of cigarrette butts in the environment in Germany/ in the following cities: St. Peter Ording, Lübeck, Hamburg, Kiel, Berlin, Dresden, Leipzig, Mannheim, München, Überlingen - latest awareness campaign efforts against cigarrette butt pollution in the country - the Extended Producer Responsibility scheme in place in Germany (latest information on its main developments in 2024 and 2025; main successes, challenges)

You can use the following sources: online articles, media articles, information from public authorities, from the German environmental agency, Surfrider's report on EPR schemes in Europe which captures the latest info we have on the situation in the country.

  • German native speaker
  • Legal skills
  • Research skills

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you successfully conducted research on a challenging topic? This question assesses your research skills and ability to handle complex information. Provide a clear example, detailing the topic, your approach, and the outcome.
What strategies would you use to gather information on tobacco pollution from multiple sources? The interviewer wants to know your approach to comprehensive data collection. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you summarize the impact of an awareness campaign on cigarette butt pollution? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience working with legal frameworks or regulations related to environmental issues. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What challenges do you anticipate in researching the Extended Producer Responsibility scheme in Germany? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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