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THEMA1 is an independent Berlin-based think-do-tank specialised in accelerating the transition to a low-carbon society.
Founded in 2006 by Guido Axmann and Jacob Bilabel, THEMA1 initiates and operates projects in the fields of sustainable consumption, renewable energy grids, a green music and entertainment industry, and mass mobilisation of the public towards a low-carbon future. Each of THEMA1’s activities is defined by the strong belief of its founders that ‘Talk without action means nothing‘.
THEMA1’s innovative blend of activities reflects the growing importance of cross-sector partnerships and synergetic approaches. THEMA1 strives for win-win cooperation with business, NGOs and public stakeholders by fostering supply and demand for innovations that are sustainable – both from the business and climate points of view.
With its purpose of pioneering new forms of cooperation and promoting better communication among business, civil society and public policy leaders in Europe, THEMA1 operates in three complementary spheres of activity:
- Development and initiation of sustainable business models with the aim of accelerating the transition to a low-carbon society
- Management of cross-sector partnerships with business, government and civil society organisations
- Design, organisation and facilitation of international multi-stakeholder dialogues and complex change processes
The PCF PROJECT provides a platform to promote sustainable consumption based on product carbon footprints.
Launch partners: Öko-Institut, Potsdam-Institute for Climate Impact Research, WWF, BASF, dm drogerie-markt, DSM, FRoSTA, Henkel, Krombacher, Rewe, Tchibo, Telekom, Tengelmann, Tetra Pak
Carbon Film Quote is the world’s first TV commercial budget estimator with an integrated carbon calculator. It helps BBDO Proximity’s production partners identify and evaluate low-emission and environmentally friendly production options when looking at initial cost estimates.
Launch partners: BBDO Proximity, CMC. EU, Neue Sentimental Film , Markenfilm, Das Werk, Cobblestone, Twin Film, Vogelsänger Film, Schönheitsfarm, Studio Funk, Chamaeleon, Adstream
SHIFT 2050 shows what tomorrow’s low-carbon lifestyle will look like and accelerates the transition to a low-carbon society.
International Jury: Polly Courtice (Cambridge Programme for Sustainability Leadership), John Doyle (European Commission), Nicky Gavron (Former Deputy Mayor of London), Christine Loh Kung-wai (Civic Exchange), Marcello Palazzi (Progressio Foundation), Dr Fritz Reusswig (Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research)
RGI provides a pan-European platform for stakeholders to enable 100% grid integration of renewable energy. RGI builds a strong coalition across all sectors to accelerate the decarbonisation of the power system.
Partners: WWF, Germanwatch, TenneT, 50Hertz, Elia, Nationalgrid, RTE, Swissgrid, European Climate Foundation, Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, European Climate Forum
The PCF WORLD FORUM is a joint platform to foster and facilitate dialogue between international initiatives on how to assess, reduce and communicate the impact of goods and services on the climate.
Over 450 representatives of business, retail, government, research, NGOs from over 30 countries attended at the last five PCF WORLD SUMMITs since 2009.
The GREEN MUSIC INITIATIVE provides a nationwide platform for the music and entertainment industry to coordinate projects in the fight against climate change.
Partners: Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, Wuppertal Institute, Universal Music, Melt! Festival, MTV Networks, Club Commission, Intro Verlag, Julie’s Bicycle
What role can the cultural sector play in the fight against climate change?
100 selected British, French and German representatives from music, art, theatre, science, politics, environmental associations and media discuss at the Green Music Dinner at Hotel de Rome in Berlin.
Partners: British Council, German Federal Foreign Office, Julie’s Bicycle UK, Ferropolis, Melt!, Hotel de Rome, Lux11, Absolut CH
How would an election spot for an political party look like, if there where no rules? In 2005 the German Green Party dared to find out. More than 40 young creatives from video, design, advertising or social media took part in this experiment
Partners: Bündnis 90 / Die Grünen, Paul Snowden, Ponyfilm
Klimapartner2020 is an alliance of small and medium size German enterprises supporting the national targets of a 40% reduction of GHG emissions by 2020. All climate partners evaluate their corporate carbon footprint to identify relevant reduction potentials.
Launch partner: ReCarbon
