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From foldable microscopes to compostable chips: paper has long been a high-tech material. We present eight surprising innovations that show the potential of this everyday material and how it can help solve some of the challenges of our time.

 

Where no plan rules, but life itself, a primeval forest is created in the centre of Germany. The Hainich National Park is more than just an excursion destination - it is a living archive and a powerful plea for the value of true wilderness. A visit that reminds us why protecting our forests is not an option, but a necessity.

The well-known "plop" of a traditional brewery meets the zeitgeist of a young, sustainability-conscious generation. With the new Küstenlimo, Flensburger combines lifestyle and responsibility in one bottle. The iconic swing top is combined with a label made of recycled paper from Steinbeis Papier and shows that real sustainability tastes good.

In the constant digital barrage of notifications, the longing for clarity is growing. A blank sheet of paper, a pen, a whiteboard - that's often all it takes to bring order to chaos. Analogue tools slow things down and open up space for creativity.

How a record-breaking handball champion is becoming a team player for clean coasts and living seas. With För de Küste, THW Kiel sets a strong example for sustainability and brings fans, schools and partners to the beach together.

Windows, tiles, façades - what used to end up in the rubbish bin is now being specifically reused. Recycling architecture utilises existing resources, reduces CO₂ and opens up new design freedom. A construction method that not only demands a rethink, but also inspires.