Agriculture meets innovation

Massively declining fish stocks and rainforest clearance are just two of the effects of intensive resource and land use for human nutrition. The efficient use of alternative biomasses such as algae, insects and fungi is crucial for the supply of important macro- and micronutrients for future generations. However, economic viability remains a challenge. The aim of the network is therefore to develop innovative, scalable techniques and technologies to make processing methods for extracting various nutrients more efficient. The development of new methods for the production of authentic food alternatives and the use of residual materials is also a focus and plays an important role in increasing economic efficiency. The network thus contributes to the transformation of our food system and the preservation of a planet worth living on.

We face major challenges in the construction industry: high CO₂ emissions, inefficient use of resources and building materials that have a large ecological footprint. BauMaZ brings together experts, companies and research institutions to tackle these problems with innovative solutions. This is where sustainable ideas meet practice - from the use of renewable raw materials and the development of resource-efficient building materials to intelligent production processes that contribute to a significant CO₂ reduction. BauMaZ creates added value by promoting dialog, driving forward specific project ideas and leading the construction industry towards a resource-efficient and sustainable future. With a fresh spirit of innovation and a clear vision for sustainable construction, BauMaZ is the platform on which challenges become real opportunities.

Livestock farming is undergoing permanent structural change. Rising costs for feed and qualified personnel as well as considerable expenses for the health management of large livestock are just some of the challenges that farmers are facing. In addition, increasingly strict environmental regulations must be complied with and growing consumer awareness requires better living conditions for livestock. There is therefore a need for forward-looking livestock farming that takes greater account of animal welfare, environmental protection and transparency along the value chain. In the "ZukunftTier" innovation network, innovative technologies for keeping cattle, pigs, poultry and small ruminants are being developed through the targeted networking of stakeholders from industry and research.