Professor Achim Kemmerling appointed to the Thuringian Sustainability Advisory Board

The 13-member committee comprises six existing and seven new members from the fields of science, business, the environment, education and civil society. It advises the state government on matters relating to sustainable development. Its remit includes making recommendations on the further development of Thuringia’s sustainability strategy, providing expert support for its implementation, and developing its own projects. The committee’s work is based on five key areas: education and lifelong learning; climate; energy and sustainable mobility; sustainable consumption and sustainable economic activity; the protection of biodiversity; and the reduction of inequality.

“Sustainability must not be an abstract buzzword. It must be measured by the concrete benefits it brings to people, such as through affordable energy, a strong economy, the protection of our natural environment, and towns and villages worth living in. To achieve this, we need clear recommendations, streamlined structures and solutions that will stand the test of time for future generations,” explains Minister-President Mario Voigt. Environment Minister Tilo Kummer adds: “How can we achieve sustainable economic management in both urban and rural areas – despite scarce resources and global crises? How do we protect our forests and our biodiversity? The changes in the economy must ensure that people in Thuringia can live well. To achieve this, we need solutions that combine environmental responsibility with economic prudence and have the support of the public. The new Sustainability Advisory Board brings together a range of experiences and expertise to this end. I expect it to put forward concrete proposals that will help us to further develop Thuringia’s sustainability strategy and put it into practice.”