The IZT
addresses the major societal challenges with a view to the necessary far-reaching transformation of society. It is committed to sustainability and the ability to shape the future. The IZT can look back on a successful 40-year history of continuity and change, strong tradition and supporting visions for the future.
Our fields of research

Parliamentary technology assessment with extended foresight process
The IZT has been part of the consortium, which is responsible for the Office of Technology Assessment at the German Bundestag (TAB), since 2013 until 2028
News

11.08.2025
Case study
New article in "Nature is our capital".

04.08.2025
EmPowerPlan
The final report is now available online.

24.07.2025
23rd BilRess Network Conference
Focus on the topic of "Resources - Education - Artificial Intelligence".

21.07.2025
The Elbe as a connecting element - opportunities for the Elbe Valley
The Mobile Elbe Valley cordially invites you to the future workshop in Hitzacker.

14.07.2025
New publication - New understanding of welfare
In Nature and Landscape 6/2025.

26.06.2025
New publication on biodiversity parameters
A step towards a National Biodiversity Index.

We are the IZT
The IZT stands for inter- and transdisciplinary futurology, sustainability design and technology assessment. Early identification of opportunities and risks. Implementation orientation. Participation and stakeholder integration.