ConPolicy

ConPolicy GmbH is a research and consulting company founded in 2010, specializing in consumer policy issues. The name ConPolicy is derived from the English terms "Consumer" and "Policy." The institute is led by Prof. Dr. Christian Thorun, a recognized expert in consumer policy.

ConPolicy supports policymakers, associations, and companies in developing and implementing effective consumer policies. The services include:

• Research and Consulting: ConPolicy researches, evaluates, and develops consumer policy strategies and tools. An interdisciplinary approach and evidence-based methods are the cornerstones of their work[2][3].
• Behavioral Insights: The institute utilizes and deepens behavioral insights to achieve consumer policy goals[3].
• Sustainable Consumption: ConPolicy researches and advises on promoting sustainable consumption and develops tools and strategies to achieve international climate goals[2][3].
• Digitalization: The institute analyzes and assesses current and future digitalization trends and advises on strategies for promoting Corporate Digital Responsibility[3].
• Mobility and Special Consumer Groups: ConPolicy examines the role of mobility for consumers and develops solutions to promote sustainable mobility behavior. It also advises on initiatives for special consumer groups[3].

The main mission of ConPolicy is to support policymakers, associations, and companies in implementing effective consumer policies. The institute is committed to protecting and empowering consumers. Independence, fact- and evidence-based consulting, as well as international expertise, are central values of ConPolicy[1][2].

ConPolicy actively advocates for sustainability, focusing on the areas of environment and finance:

• Environment: The institute ensures that direct CO2 emissions are kept low and works on reducing emissions from electricity consumption and business trips[1].
• Finance: Finances are managed through GLS Bank, which promotes social, ecological, and cultural enterprises and projects[1].

Through these measures, ConPolicy takes responsibility for the impacts of its business operations and promotes sustainable structures in consumer policy.

• 1 - https://www.conpolicy.de/institut
• 2 - https://www.conpolicy.de
• 3 - https://www.conpolicy.de/themen
• 4 - https://www.conpolicy.de/referenzen
• 5 - https://www.conpolicy.de/referenzen/publikationen