Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, headquartered in Munich, Germany, is Europe's leading organization for applied research. With over 75 institutes and research units across Germany, each focusing on different fields of science and technology, Fraunhofer drives innovation in sectors such as health, security, communication, energy, and environment. The organization's commitment to applied research fosters collaborations with industry, service sectors, and public administration, translating scientific findings into practical applications and promoting technological advancement globally.
Paludiculture plants like peat moss and reeds show potential as sustainable alternatives to wood for paper packaging, proven in feasibility tests by Fraunhofer IVV researchers.
In the BAU-DNS project, seven Fraunhofer institutes develop sustainable, modular refurbishment methods for buildings and present solutions at BAU 2025 in Munich.