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  1. Addressing conflicts constructively: New research project PathChange on the restoration of wetlands
    News Biodiversity Transformation

    Addressing conflicts constructively: New research project PathChange on the restoration of wetlands

    The PathChange research project develops, together with actors from science, policy, and practice, approaches for the constructive handling of conflicts surrounding the restoration of wetlands.

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    Hochmoor Hohes Venn Eifel
  2. Intelligent coupling of resources: ISOE project reSYNERGY investigates hydrogen production from municipal wastewater
    News Water Transformation

    Intelligent coupling of resources: ISOE project reSYNERGY investigates hydrogen production from municipal wastewater

    The reSYNERGY research project strengthens the resilience of water and energy systems by using wastewater for green hydrogen production.

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    Aerial view of wastewater treatment plant with settling tanks.
  3. Frankfurt Conservation Center Opens: A New Platform for International Biodiversity and Nature Conservation
    Press Release Biodiversity

    Frankfurt Conservation Center Opens: A New Platform for International Biodiversity and Nature Conservation

    The Frankfurt Conservation Center establishes a new platform for international biodiversity and nature conservation in Frankfurt. ISOE brings its expertise in social-ecological biodiversity research to the network.

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    Blick auf die Frankfurter Skyline
  4. City of Frankfurt am Main Awards Goethe Plaque to ISOE Co-Founder Thomas Jahn
    Press Release Knowledge and Participation Transformation

    City of Frankfurt am Main Awards Goethe Plaque to ISOE Co-Founder Thomas Jahn

    On June 2, 2026, the City of Frankfurt will honor Dr. Thomas Jahn with the prestigious Goethe Plaque. This award is presented to figures in cultural life in recognition of their outstanding contributions. Thomas Jahn is a co-founder of the Institute for Social-Ecological Research (ISOE).

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    Porträtfoto Thomas Jahn
  5. Collecting Nature’s Sounds: Citizen Scientists Wanted for Biodiversity Monitoring
    News Biodiversity Knowledge and Participation

    Collecting Nature’s Sounds: Citizen Scientists Wanted for Biodiversity Monitoring

    The Bio-O-Ton research project is seeking citizens who can use their smartphones to help identify changes in natural areas across as wide an area as possible. The audio recordings made by these citizen scientists will thus contribute to an early warning system for biodiversity.

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    Woman hiker using smartphone in spring forest
  6. Sustainable Development Under Pressure. Change Is (Still) Possible!
    News Change is Possible

    Sustainable Development Under Pressure. Change Is (Still) Possible!

    Sustainability is losing priority, and social resistance is growing. With its focus theme “Change Is Possible,” ISOE highlights concrete opportunities for change – and brings together insights from its research that show how transformations can succeed.

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    Copenhagen, Denmark - August 23, 2019: Aerial drone view of Superkilen Park in Norrebro district. Designed by the arts group Superflex.
  7. Data gap on company cars – tax benefits with consequences?
    News Mobility Transformation

    Data gap on company cars – tax benefits with consequences?

    The so-called “company car privilege” is considered controversial. However, suitable reform proposals currently lack reliable figures. A research team is now collecting empirical data on the ecological, social, and tax implications of the regulation in Germany.

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  8. Artificial cooling – understanding the challenges of modern cooling infrastructures
    News Climate Adaptation Transformation

    Artificial cooling – understanding the challenges of modern cooling infrastructures

    In light of the climate crisis and rising global energy demand for cooling, the team working on the CultCryo research project is investigating how global cooling infrastructure can be made more sustainable and equitable.

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  9. Hope in times of climate change: ISOE lecture with philosopher Corine Pelluchon
    News Transformation Knowledge and Participation

    Hope in times of climate change: ISOE lecture with philosopher Corine Pelluchon

    What distinguishes hope from optimism? And how can hope become the key to sustainable change? French philosopher Corine Pelluchon addressed these questions in this year's ISOE lecture at Goethe University Frankfurt.

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  10. Social-ecological transformation facing headwinds – Review of the ISOE conference
    News Transformation Knowledge and Participation

    Social-ecological transformation facing headwinds – Review of the ISOE conference

    What are the consequences of the rise of populist thinking and targeted disinformation for social-ecological sustainability research? We discussed this with the guests at our ISOE conference – in a focused, constructive, and even cheerful atmosphere.

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