Our commitment to sustainability

We are structuring Fraunhofer as a values-based, resilient organization combining scientific excellence with environmental, social and corporate responsibility. We are committed to creating sustainable solutions not only through our research but also through our own actions − conserving resources, complying with regulations and putting people first.

 

Applied research

Fraunhofer stands for applied and industry-oriented research. This is how we improve lives with technologies that create sustainable impact. 

 

Guiding principles and mission

Our guiding principles define what we stand for, where we want to go and what values guide us as we seek to overcome current and future challenges.

 

Our climate strategy

Fraunhofer takes responsibility for its own greenhouse gas emissions and pursues clear reduction targets – supported by specific concepts and our own technologies.

 

Sustainable supply chains

In our procurement process, we account for environmental, social and economic factors to ensure long-term protection of the environment and human rights along the supply chain.

 

Human resources and corporate culture

Fraunhofer provides an environment at the intersection of research and industry that fosters creativity and enables personal growth and career development.

 

Compliance

Law-abiding and values-driven actions are of the utmost importance at Fraunhofer in both our internal and external relationships. This is the basis for our approach to compliance.

 

Collaboration with third parties

Fraunhofer stands for responsible, transparent and fair actions – both in its research and in its collaboration with partners and employees.

 

The BMFTR LeNa project

The initiative “Guidelines for Sustainability Management in Non-University Research Organizations” was developed by major German research institutions to systematically integrate sustainability into research, operations, and management.

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Dr. Christian Höcker

Sustainability Management Department Head

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
Hansastraße 27 c
80686 Munich, Germany

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Anja Gilch

Sustainability manager

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
Hansastraße 27 c
80686 Munich, Germany

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Stephanie Ruschig

Sustainability manager

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
Hansastraße 27 c
80686 Munich, Germany