RESEARCH. TRANSFER. SUSTAINABILITY.

As a renowned transfer institute for research and consulting services in the field of water management, the FiW bridges the gap between basic research and application. We are committed to finding solutions to the major challenges of our time: water, climate, energy, resources. In doing so, we create values – for business, politics, science and society.

Our work shapes water management in a sustainable and future-proof manner by developing innovative technologies and long-term strategies that address the challenges of climate change and promote resource neutrality. At the intersection between the energy and bioeconomy sectors, we are driving forward the transformation towards energy efficiency, climate neutrality, circular material cycles and a sustainable carbon economy. We rely on mission-oriented innovation strategies, tools and methods for knowledge-based decisions and the involvement of local actors to ensure livable environmental conditions and the responsible use of resources for future generations.

FiW is characterised by professional excellence, customer and partner orientation, economic efficiency and the commitment of a strong team. Our culture and values are reflected in six guiding principles:

1. Our actions create sustainability.

In our research and consulting services, we develop sustainable solutions for water management and support their implementation in close cooperation with our partners and customers – regionally, nationally and internationally.  © FiW e. V.
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2. As a transfer institute, we bring research into practice.

We combine research, transfer and application. We develop tailor-made technical solutions and innovative strategies for our customers – from laboratory tests and pilot plants to system behaviour in operation.  © FiW e. V.
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3. As a non-profit institute, we work independently, economically and without the intention of making profit.

We work on a fact-based, technology-neutral, manufacturer-independent and politically neutral basis. We deliver excellent project management on schedule, thus securing the institute's funding.  © FiW e. V.
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4. Successful solutions arise from cooperation.

We maintain a broad network of contacts in science, business, administration and politics. The exchange and commitment within the JRF and the Zuse Community, among others, as well as the commitment of the members in the sponsoring association and research advisory board contribute to the success of the institute.  © FiW e. V.
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5. We are committed to emerging and developing countries out of conviction.

In international cooperation, we develop tailored strategic-technical solutions with our local partners. We support implementation and sustainable operation with training and further education.   © FiW e. V.
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6. We are initiators of progress.

As a source of ideas and a supporter, we coordinate joint projects, develop and promote innovations, operate and scale pilot plants, moderate dialogue processes, organise events and train specialists and managers for the water management industry.  © FiW e. V.
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Gender & Diversity

This equality plan is based on the constitutional principle of equal rights for women and men, the Federal Equality Act (BGleiG) and the Act on Equality between Women and Men for the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (State Equality Act, LGGL), as well as the objectives of the General Equal Treatment Act (AGG), to which the FiW is expressly committed.

The FiW sees the achievement of gender equality as a central cross-cutting task that extends to all areas of work. Discrimination, both in its overt, direct form and in its covert, subtle form, must be prevented in all areas by identifying and eliminating practices and structures that create and perpetuate inequality. The GEP aims to implement and continue measures to strengthen and promote equal opportunities.

Contact

Jule Blankenstein, M.Sc.
+49 241 80 2 68 49 /

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