Stadtbienen
Stadtbienen gGmbH promotes biodiversity and sustainable beekeeping through educational offerings such as beekeeping courses and workshops. The organization raises awareness of ecological connections and advocates for habitats for wild bees in urban areas.
Stadtbienen - Promotion of Biodiversity and Sustainable Beekeeping
editKey Products and Services
editStadtbienen is an initiative focused on promoting biodiversity and respectful treatment of honey and wild bees. The organization offers comprehensive educational programs, including beekeeping courses, day courses, introductory courses, and online seminars, which provide interested individuals with an entry into the world of beekeeping. These courses take place in numerous cities in Germany and Switzerland and cover both theoretical and practical aspects of beekeeping[1][4].
Main Mission and Values
editThe main mission of Stadtbienen is to raise awareness among people about the significant ecological connections and to create an understanding of bees as key to biodiversity. The organization advocates for ecological beekeeping that promotes respectful treatment of honey bees and creates habitats for wild bees. Stadtbienen believes that environmental education is key to promoting biodiversity and that the preservation of nature is a societal responsibility[1][4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editStadtbienen is strongly committed to promoting sustainable development and has several sustainability goals:
- Promotion of Biodiversity: By creating habitats for wild bees and promoting ecological beekeeping, Stadtbienen contributes to the preservation of biodiversity.
- Environmental Education: The organization offers comprehensive educational programs that inform people of all ages about the importance of bees and their role in ecological systems.
- Sustainable Cities and Communities: Stadtbienen works to create more habitats for insects in urban areas, thereby promoting a connection to nature in cities.
- Global Sustainability Goals (SDGs): The organization is recognized in the UNESCO program BNE 2030 and is committed to implementing the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the area of biodiversity and sustainable cities[1][4].
Additional Initiatives
editStadtbienen is also active in social and non-profit projects, such as supporting schools in introducing bee projects and promoting neighbor networks through beekeeping. The organization has also won the German Sustainability Award Products 2025 in the transformation field of nature, highlighting its outstanding efforts in sustainability and biodiversity[4].