Research news | 2021-11-16

Why background conditions should not be put in the background

We should keep our options open to understand why certain things are seen the way they are

Research news | 2020-10-15

This virus makes us question our established ways

With this pandemic, the opportunity to think outside the box is now

Research news | 2020-03-16

What it will take to fly less

Growing knowledge about climate change makes people want to reduce their flying. But more sustainable travelling still hampered by a striking lack of political incentives

Research news | 2020-01-22

Social tipping mechanisms could spark societal change

Changes in opinions and behaviour can trigger a global sustainability transformation

Research news | 2019-10-23

Being biocultural

Why biocultural diversity can contribute to both local and global sustainability

Research news | 2018-04-06

Nudging the neighbourhood

Insights from psychology and behavioural economics can help households improve their food waste habits

Research news | 2016-10-07

From vicious to virtuous

Social norms can cross tipping points faster if new behaviour is difficult for others to ignore