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The Earth is in a constant state of change. The objective of research in the geosciences, therefore, is to gain an understanding of both natural and anthropogenic changes. However, major societal challenges, from the Energy Transition to the supply of ...

Already today more resources are consumed worldwide then the earth is able to supply. How can we make sure, that our children and grandchildren will have sufficient food, water and raw materials in the future? Research and development can deliver the ...

Germany is reforming its energy supply. As part of its climate change policy for the period up to 2020, the German government aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent compared with 1990. The long-term target is to cut emissions by between 80 ...

How can the effects of climate change be mitigated? What alternatives exist to fossil resources? How can food security be ensured for a growing global population? How can our economic system become sustainable? Bioeconomy research seeks to answer these ...

Global and regional challenges such as climate change, demographic changes and competing demands for land use and space require innovative and region-specific solutions. Climate change is leading to increasingly frequent extreme weather events, making ...

Under the guiding principle of sustainable development, the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) promotes research on significant societal change processes (transformations), such as the mobility transition. The aim is to find ...

Under this umbrella brand, funding measures of the “Future Research and Innovation Strategy” and the “Research for Sustainability” Strategy (FONA Strategy 2020) are published, which have a specific reference to municipal, regional or functional areas and ...

Climate is changing faster and faster all over the world. Humans and their greenhouse gas emissions are responsible. With research and innovation, we are creating the knowledge and the necessary solutions for climate neutrality, adaptation and risk ...

Biodiversity represents the wealth of our world. It is the basis of our existence. Current land use, population growth, and our economic and value system lead to a high consumption of resources and the destruction of habitats. More and more species are ...

Oceans constitute the largest habitats on earth; they cover over two thirds of the earth's surface. This is why protecting the oceans is of the utmost importance. The future of our planet depends on how responsibly we manage our environment and the oceans ...

Climate Change, a changing demography, global value chains, pollution, and excessive exploitation as well as a growing world population pose significant challenges to a sustainable management of natural water resources.