From natural science to social science, from risks to solutions, from identifying Planetary Boundaries to managing Global Commons: The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) is advancing the frontier of integrated research for global sustainability, and for a safe and just climate future. A member of the Leibniz Association, the institute is based in Potsdam, Brandenburg and connected with the global scientific community. Drawing on excellent research, PIK provides relevant scientific advice for policy decision-making. The institute’s international staff of about 500 is led by a committed interdisciplinary team of Directors. This is science – for a safe tomorrow.
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Weather station in Potsdam shows driest first half-year since measurements began over 130 years ago
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Pace of warming has doubled since 1980s
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PIK researcher Linus Mattauch wins European environmental economics award
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Georg Feulner awarded adjunct professorship in recognition of teaching and research
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Policymakers should set a separate volume target for planetary waste management
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Encouraging findings on public acceptance of global climate policy
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Weak winds key factor in 2023 extreme North Atlantic heatwave – marine heatwaves set to worsen
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What CO₂ pricing means for your budget: new calculator offers clarity
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Scientists say next few years vital to securing the future of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet
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PIK in the Media
Jul 06, 2025
· ARD tagesschau (Online-Medien)
Klimakrise und Methan: Forscher und Landwirtin suchen nach Lösungen
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Jul 05, 2025
· Deutschlandfunk (Online-Medien)
Wasserknappheit und Wüstenbildung: Ursachen, Folgen und Lösungen
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Jul 04, 2025
· FOCUS Online (Online-Medien)
Atlantik-Strömung vor dem Kollaps? Neue Trends machen Forschern Hoffnung
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Jul 02, 2025
· ARD tagesschau (Online-Medien)
Brandenburg: Potsdamer Telegrafenberg: So wenig Regen gemessen wie nie zuvor
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Jul 01, 2025
· Zeit Online (Online-Medien)
Halbjahr so trocken wie nie? Wohl Rekord in Potsdam
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