Initiative Psychologie im Umweltschutz

The Initiative Psychologie im Umweltschutz (IPU) is a recognized non-profit association that has been active since its founding in 1993 in Konstanz. The association has established itself as a strong network that extends across the entire federal territory, Austria, and Switzerland, counting over 430 committed members.

• IPU Congresses: Twice a year, the IPU organizes semi-annual congresses designed as participatory congresses. These events offer a variety of lectures, workshops, open spaces, and exchange formats to share and deepen knowledge of environmental psychology[2][4].
• Online Lectures: The IPU offers free online lectures created in collaboration with the Virtual Academy and experts. These lectures cover topics such as social change, sustainable consumption, and engagement[2].
• Publications and Research: The association has published several works, including the book "Critical Environmental Psychology" and a chapter in the book "Climate-Action – Psychology of the Climate Crisis." These works reflect the IPU's commitment to research and dissemination of environmental psychological insights[2][4].

The IPU is dedicated to bringing environmental psychological insights into society and inspiring (aspiring) psychologists for environmental protection. The association aims to be a strong network that promotes innovative project ideas and contributes to the transformation into a climate-just world. Communication within the IPU is characterized by openness, acceptance, and mutual appreciation[4].

• Networking and Exchange: The IPU creates and maintains an active exchange platform for members and interested parties. It promotes networking among professionals and students in the field of environmental protection and sustainable development[4].
• Skill Enhancement: Through the exchange of practical experiences, the imparting of environmental psychological knowledge, and the testing of communicative and organizational skills, the IPU supports the skill enhancement of its members[4].
• Sustainable Action: The IPU strives to make its own actions sustainable and environmentally friendly. This includes promoting a change in awareness and behavior of people in the sense of sustainable development[4].

The IPU thrives on the diverse initiative and creative engagement of its members, who all contribute to the IPU at their own discretion and capabilities. Through its work, the association significantly contributes to the promotion of environmental protection and sustainable development.

• 1 - https://www.ipu-berlin.de/netzwerke/verein-der-freunde-und-foerderer/
• 2 - https://ipu-ev.de
• 3 - https://www.ipu-berlin.de/studium/ma-leadership-und-beratung/
• 4 - https://ipu-ev.de/der-verein/
• 5 - https://www.ipu.dk/about-ipu/