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Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut
Braunschweig, DEImpact-drivenGovernmentScience & ResearchClimate & Environmental Protection
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationBraunschweig
About Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut
The Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut is a research institution dedicated to the sustainable management of natural resources in agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and rural areas. It conducts scientific research to provide evidence-based insights for policy development on economic, societal, and environmental issues. Operating 15 specialized institutes and focusing on 19 topic areas, including climate, biodiversity, and global food security, the organization significantly contributes to holistic sustainability. Its work primarily supports SDGs 2, 14, and 15.
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Sustainability Goals
Zero Hunger
Research for Sustainable Food Security
The Thünen-Institut conducts research on sustainable practices in agriculture, fisheries, and aquaculture to secure global food supply and improve nutrition systems.
Life on Land
Protection and Sustainable Use of Terrestrial Ecosystems
The organization researches soils, forests, and land use to promote biodiversity conservation and support the sustainable management of terrestrial ecosystems.
Life Below Water
Sustainable Management of Marine Resources
Through specialized institutes for marine and Baltic Sea fisheries, the Thünen-Institut conducts research on the sustainable use and protection of aquatic habitats and fish stocks.
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FAQs
Q1What is the core mission of the Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut?
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The institute's core mission is to conduct scientific research for the sustainable management of natural resources in agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and rural areas. It provides evidence-based insights for policy development concerning economic, societal, and environmental aspects.
Q2How is the Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut structured?
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The institute is structured into 15 specialized institutes, each focusing on specific domains. These include, for example, research on rural living conditions, agricultural business economics, or marine fisheries.
Q3Which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does the Thünen-Institut primarily address?
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The Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut primarily addresses UN Sustainable Development Goals SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), and SDG 15 (Life on Land) through its comprehensive research.
Q4What unique research tools and initiatives does the Thünen-Institut utilize?
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The institute utilizes specialized research networks and vessels, the Thünen Competence Center for Wood Provenances, the Thünen Model Network, and Thünen Atlases for geoinformation and remote sensing capabilities. It also participates in international partnerships like agri benchmark.
Q5Where is the Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut headquartered?
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The Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut is headquartered in Braunschweig, Germany.
Q6What is the legal form of the Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut?
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The Johann Heinrich von Thünen-Institut operates as a public law institution (Körperschaft des öffentlichen Rechts, KdöR).
