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Vereinigung für ökologische Wirtschaftsforschung e.V.
Berlin, DEImpact-drivenAssociationClimate & Environmental ProtectionScience & Research
Impact3Sustainability Goals
LocationBerlin
About Vereinigung für ökologische Wirtschaftsforschung e.V.
The "Vereinigung für ökologische Wirtschaftsforschung e.V." (VÖW), founded in 1985, is an inter- and transdisciplinary network operating as a non-profit association. Its core mission is to address questions of sustainable development and facilitate their practical implementation. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025, VÖW is recognized for publications like the "Journal of Ecological Economics" and its educational and mentoring programs. The organization significantly contributes to public discourse on ecological economics and is headquartered in Berlin.
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Sustainability Goals
Quality Education
Education for Sustainable Economy and Development
The Vereinigung für ökologische Wirtschaftsforschung e.V. offers seminars, academies, and a mentoring program to impart expertise in ecological economics research.
Decent Work & Economic Growth
Promoting and Communicating Sustainable Economic Growth
The organization advocates through research and educational work for sustainable economic growth that considers ecological and social aspects. Its mentoring program also fosters experts in ecological economics.
Responsible Consumption & Production
Research for Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns
The Vereinigung für ökologische Wirtschaftsforschung e.V. analyzes and discusses the transformation towards more environmentally friendly economic models through publications like its 'Journal of Ecological Economics' and the 'Post-growth blog'.
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FAQs
Q1What is the core mission of the Vereinigung für ökologische Wirtschaftsforschung e.V.?+
The VÖW, as an inter- and transdisciplinary network, is dedicated to questions of sustainable development and their practical implementation. It fosters exchange and research in this field.
Q2What activities and programs does VÖW offer?+
VÖW organizes seminars like the VÖW-Seminar, educational formats such as the Sommerakademie and Wanderakademie, and a mentoring program focused on ecological economics. It also hosts other events and promotes collaborations.
Q3What publications and contributions does VÖW release?+
VÖW publishes its "Zeitschrift Ökologisches Wirtschaften" (Journal of Ecological Economics) and its own publication series. It issues statements, co-publishes "politische ökologie," and maintains the "Blog Postwachstum."
Q4Where is the main office of the Vereinigung für ökologische Wirtschaftsforschung e.V. located?+
VÖW maintains its main office in Berlin, Germany. From there, it coordinates its nationwide and international activities.
Q5What special significance does the year 2025 hold for VÖW?+
In 2025, VÖW celebrates its 40th anniversary. Anniversary events include the IÖW/VÖW-Jubiläums-Sommerfest scheduled for July 2, 2025, in Berlin.
Q6Which Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) does VÖW primarily contribute to?+
VÖW primarily contributes to SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). Secondarily, it is involved with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).
Q7Does VÖW offer programs to foster expertise in ecological economics?+
Yes, VÖW runs the Mentoring-Programm „Ökologisches Wirtschaften“, which recently opened applications for its sixth cycle to foster expertise in ecological economics.
