Who we are
The DESERTEC Foundation is a global civil society initiative aiming to shape a sustainable future. It was established on 20 January 2009 as a non-profit foundation that grew out of a network of scientists, politicians and economists from around the Mediterranean, who together developed the DESERTEC Concept. Founding members of DESERTEC Foundation are the German Association of the Club of Rome, members of the international network as well as committed private individuals.
What we do
We are working on the fast global implementation of the DESERTEC Concept, a comprehensive solution that combats global warming, ensures a reliable energy supply, and promotes development and security. With around 30 staff members, national associations and a network of regional coordinators as well as a large global community of supporters, we are active around the world:
- We inform the civil society sector and politicians about the benefits of DESERTEC
- Promote the establishment of the framework conditions necessary for a global transition to renewables
- Support knowledge transfer and scientific co-operation
- Foster exchange and co-operation with the private sector