World Wide Fund For Nature (WWF)

WWF Deutschland, a foundation under civil law based in Berlin, is an independent part of the international World Wide Fund For Nature (WWF). Founded in 1963 in Bonn as "Association for the Promotion of the World Wildlife Fund," the organization has developed over the years into one of the largest conservation organizations in Germany.

The main mission of WWF Deutschland is the protection and preservation of the natural environment. According to its statutes, the foundation aims to promote nature and environmental protection, science, education, and training in the field of nature and the environment. WWF is committed to the preservation of biodiversity, the sustainable use of natural resources, and the reduction of environmental pollution and harmful consumption behavior[1][2][3].

• Protected Areas: WWF Deutschland advocates for the designation and protection of nature reserves to preserve intact habitats and wild animal and plant species.
• Sustainable Use: The organization promotes the sustainable and nature-friendly use of natural goods.
• Environmental Education and Research: WWF supports scientific research and educational initiatives in the field of nature and environmental protection.
• Political and Economic Influence: WWF works closely with political decision-makers and companies to successfully engage in nature and environmental protection[1][2][3].

• Climate Protection: WWF is committed to reducing climate change and promoting renewable energy.
• Marine Protection: The International WWF Center for Marine Protection in Hamburg coordinates measures to protect the seas and waters, particularly in the regions of the Northeast Atlantic, the North Sea, the Wadden Sea, and the Baltic Sea, as well as the West African marine regions[1][2].
• Forest Protection: WWF is engaged in the fight against deforestation and for the preservation of intact forests.
• Reduction of Pollution: The organization works to reduce toxins in the environment and to avoid wasteful consumption at the expense of nature[2][3].

WWF Deutschland has about 600,000 financial supporters and employs around 493 staff members. The foundation is represented in various locations in Germany, including Berlin, Hamburg, and Frankfurt am Main, and maintains various branches and project offices. WWF is primarily funded through donations and is recognized as a non-profit organization[1][4].

With its long-standing experience and comprehensive commitment, WWF Deutschland is an important player in the field of nature and environmental protection and tirelessly advocates for a future in which humans and nature live in harmony.

• 1 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/WWF_Deutschland
• 2 - https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/WWF
• 3 - https://www.wwf.de/ueber-uns
• 4 - https://www.wwf.de/ueber-uns/organisation
• 5 - https://www.helpdirect.org/wwf-deutschland/