Thematic Research Groups

Funding for thematic research focuses on current societal problems which may occur due to the conflict of aims between the society,economy and environment. The variety of topics covers a broad spectrum.

Current topics include strategies for coping with systemic risks and paths towards sustainable consumption. Research on sustainable agricultural and nutritional research, sustainable transformation of supply and disposal systems has recently been finished. For more detailed information about thematic focuses and individual projects please click on the link "Projects".

Focal topics/Individual projects:

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  Social Dimensions of Climate Protection and Climate Change

  The topic "Social Dimensions of Climate Protection and Climate Change" addresses an area of social concern that is hugely topical. To this end, the Federal Ministry of Education and Research is funding 12 projects. more (URL: http://www.sozial-oekologische-forschung.org/en/1344.php)
   
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  From Knowledge to Action - New Paths towards Sustainable Consumption

  Despite considerable knowledge there cannot be recognized a general trend towards sustainable consumption within the society. Since 2008 the German Federal Ministry has been funding ten research projects dealing with this complex issue. more (URL: http://www.sozial-oekologische-forschung.org/en/947.php)
   
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  Transition Management to Promote Sustainable Water Management. Sustainable Water Supply and Sewage Disposal Infrastructure in Municipalities

  The recommendations of the project netWORKS which are meant to support decision-makers in the field of municipal water management in making strategic decisions will now be tested in practice. more (URL: http://www.sozial-oekologische-forschung.org/en/106.php)