Electrosmog (non-ionizing radiation)
When "electrosmog" is spoken of in everyday life, technically generated electric and magnetic fields are usually meant.
Internationally common is the term EMF (electromagnetic fields). Electromagnetic fields do not have sufficient energy to break ("ionize") chemical bonds (molecules) in organic tissue. Therefore, these fields are also called "non-ionizing fields or "non-ionizing radiation"
Non-ionizing radiation occurs wherever electric current flows and therefore magnetic fields are present.
To protect the population from electrosmog, the government issued the Ordinance on Protection from Non-Ionizing Radiation (NISV) in 2008. This ordinance limits the non-ionizing radiation emitted by fixed installations (e.g. high-voltage power lines, mobile phone or broadcast transmitters).
Mobile Radio Transmitting Sites
Detailed information on all mobile phone sites in Liechtenstein can be obtained from the geodata portal of the national administration.
Information
The brochure "Electrosmog in everyday life (2011)" can be obtained free of charge from the Office for the Environment.
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