Net Zero Lab organises conference with two other groups
Building Bridges Across Research Disciplines
It's been almost a month since our Common Ground Conference in early April, and ideas from those days still reverberate through our team discussions at Max Planck Net Zero Lab. The gathering brought together researchers from our lab with colleagues from Florian Egli's Public Policy for the Green Transition group and Julian Kölbel's research team in the peaceful setting of Raitenhaslach, a former Cistercian monastery.
The historic monastery provided more than just meeting spaces—its centuries-old walls and gardens created an atmosphere conducive to deeper thinking and connection. We were fortunate with beautiful spring weather that allowed us to take our conversations outdoors, enjoy some impromptu football matches between sessions, and share meals together in the courtyard.
Research Highlights
The conference featured presentations across a wide range of climate-related topics, showcasing the interdisciplinary approach needed to address climate challenges effectively:
Climate Finance & Carbon Markets
Impact beliefs in climate finance
Quality definition frameworks in carbon markets
Circular Economy & Waste Management
Mapping global photovoltaic waste streams
Developing recycling solutions for solar panel components
Sustainable Development
Biochar production in Vietnam to boost climate mitigation and economic inclusion
Green hydrogen opportunities in Africa through economic complexity analysis
Green Workforce & Economic Transitions
Re-skilling journeys in the green transition
Firm hiring responses to climate disclosure regulation
Long-term effects of training on organic farming adoption in Indonesia
Climate Innovation Financing
Venture capital allocation patterns for clean tech
Hidden costs of carbon pricing on startup investments
Learn More
If you're interested in learning more about the partner organizations behind this collaborative effort: