The Sustainability Transformation and Food Systems Research Unit deals with the required social transformation for a sustainable development. The focus is on innovative economic, political and social approaches for promoting climate protection, the sustainable use of resources and resilient food systems. Regional solutions, a sustainable agricultural policy as well as holistic approaches in food systems and in the development of rural areas will contribute to this. Education and communication are central elements to achieve these changes: to stimulate the awareness of the society for environmental problems as well as their intrinsic motivation to act sustainably.