
News
New EU directive obliges companies
Research project supports reporting obligations on biodiversity
Companies can make a significant contribution to the preservation of biological diversity. A new EU directive now requires them to disclose the impacts of their procurement, production and...
In Memoriam
Obituary for ISOE co-founder Prof. Dr. Egon Becker
ISOE – Institute for Social-Ecological Research mourns the loss of Professor Dr. Egon Becker, who passed away on November 15, 2024 at the age of 88. Egon Becker was a co-founder of ISOE, a pioneer in...
Ecosystems under climate change
The significance of socio-ecological tipping points for the savannahs of Namibia
Climate change is exacerbating water scarcity, especially in the arid regions of the world. Namibia, with its savannah landscapes, is particularly affected. These ecosystems are among the driest...
Environmental risks
Strategic communication on the risks of perpetual chemicals
PFAS – these four letters stand for the controversial group of substances known as perfluorinated and polyfluorinated alkyl substances. As they are water-, grease- and dirt-repellent, these chemicals...
Biodiversity
Recognizing and avoiding ecological tipping points in the Mongolian steppe
Mongolia has one of the last intact steppe ecosystems with traditional land use and a remarkable biodiversity. The mobility of wild and domestic herd animals plays an important role in the survival of...

