Aktionsnetzwerk Nachhaltigkeit

The Aktionsnetzwerk Nachhaltigkeit in Kultur und Medien (ANKM) is a central, cross-sectoral contact point dedicated to the topic of operational ecology in the field of culture and media. Funded by the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and Media (BKM), the ANKM aims to connect pioneers and interested actors, make existing experiences accessible, and initiate and support future collaborations and pilot projects.

The main mission of the ANKM is to support the cultural sector in transitioning to sustainable and climate-friendly production methods and lifestyles. It is emphasized that sustainability does not have to mean renunciation, but rather can create new opportunities and experiences that include society as a whole. The ANKM sees the cultural sector as a societal driving force and multiplier for climate protection and sustainability[4].

• Pilot Projects and Collaborations: The ANKM initiates, accompanies, evaluates, and communicates exemplary pilot projects to make the cultural sector more sustainable.
• Further Education and Certification: It offers nationwide IHK-certified further education such as "Transformation Manager: Sustainable Culture" to train professionals for the sustainable transformation of the cultural sector[4][5].
• Knowledge Transfer and Networking: Through exchange with partners from science, research, environmental technology, economic development, and the digital startup world, the ANKM promotes cross-innovation and serves as a horizontal interface to relevant processes.
• Sustainability Consulting and Management: The ANKM supports cultural institutions in taking the first steps towards sustainability and offers initial consultations. It applies international standards such as the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) to account for greenhouse gas emissions[3][4].

• Climate Protection and CO2 Reduction: The ANKM works to reduce CO2 emissions in the cultural sector and contributes to national climate protection goals, such as reducing greenhouse gases by 65% by 2030.
• UN Sustainability Goals: The initiatives of the ANKM include the UN Sustainability Goals, particularly measures for climate protection, sustainable cities and communities, and the reduction of inequalities[5].
• Circular Economy and Resource Conservation: Projects like the Material Carousel of the Green Culture Collective Cologne promote the exchange and reuse of materials to conserve resources and spread sustainable practices[4].

The ANKM works closely with numerous partners, including the Stiftung Humboldt Forum, the Stiftung Genshagen, the Green Touring Network, the Filmförderungsanstalt, and many other cultural institutions, research facilities, and companies. The project sponsor Delta1 gGmbH plays a central role in initiating and operating networks such as the Green Music Initiative and the Green Touring Network[4].

The Aktionsnetzwerk Nachhaltigkeit in Kultur und Medien is thus a central actor in the sustainable transformation of the cultural sector in Germany, making a significant contribution to global sustainability goals through networking, knowledge transfer, and innovative projects.

• 1 - https://app.swapcard.com/event/mwm20/exhibitor/RXhoaWJpdG9yXzIyMDY5NQ==
• 2 - https://www.bonn.de/medien-global/amt-41/Nachhaltige-Kulturstrategie-Bonn2035.pdf
• 3 - https://aktionsnetzwerk-nachhaltigkeit.de
• 4 - https://aktionsnetzwerk-nachhaltigkeit.de/uber-uns/
• 5 - https://www.berlin.de/sen/uvk/umwelt/nachhaltigkeit/umsetzungsallianz/mitglieder/aktionsnetzwerk-nachhaltigkeit/