Industrialized countries such as Germany are consuming more goods and services than ever before in history. These high consumption levels do not only require enormous amounts of resources but also have tremendous effects on biodiversity and ecosystem services, often beyond the boundaries of our own countries and frequently in the global south.

The conference will discuss recent research findings that indicate ecological impacts elsewhere from goods imported to Germany. More specifically, we will highlight environmental impacts and suggest policy responses for Lithium (E-Mobility), Soy (Meat) and Cotton (Clothing). The focus lies on policy options that can contribute to mitigating the pressure our consumption places on biodiversity and ecosystem services worldwide.

Together with decision and policy makers and international experts, we will address questions such as: ► What are the global impacts of consumption on biodiversity and ecosystem services? ► Which shifts in consumption patterns are needed to reduce these impacts? ► And which policy approaches and measures can promote such transitions, specifically in the fields of mobility, food and clothing?

If you would like to attend the conference, please register here: www.ioew.de/conference-registration

Limited funds are available to support travel expenses, also for international participants.

We would be delighted to welcome you in Berlin in September. Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues who may also be interested.

Contact: 

Institute for Ecological Economy Research (IÖW)
Margarete Fischer, Event Organisation
Potsdamer Str. 105
10785 Berlin
Germany

Phone +49–30–884594-11
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