Ernst-Pelz-Stiftung
About the funder
The Ernst-Pelz Foundation is a non-profit, public foundation under civil law based in Geretsried. Founded in 1996 by Peter Pelz in memory of his father Ernst Pelz, it specifically supports projects that advance human development in harmony with natural, dynamic evolution. The foundation's funding priorities include renewable raw materials (particularly through the annually awarded Ernst-Pelz Prize), alternative energy concepts, the school and vocational training of young people, as well as cultural and local heritage preservation. The foundation awards grants, scholarships, and prizes and supports scientific as well as popular scientific research.
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Mission & Vision
The Ernst Pelz Foundation aims to act as a catalyst by identifying and supporting seed initiatives that promote sustainable, environmentally compatible developments. It focuses on innovative, techno-ecological projects and the commitment of young people to set the course for a future-oriented economy and a harmonious interaction between society and nature.
Target groups
Scientists and companies in the field of renewable, regenerative raw materials and alternative energies, young people in school and vocational training as well as at the start of entrepreneurial, technically innovative activities, and institutions and projects in the areas of cultural and heritage preservation that strengthen the understanding of the past, present, and future are supported.