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MVOURFUTUREIS NOW!FOR A SUSTAINABLE & DIGITAL MVGEARED TO THE COMMON GOODFUTURE IMAGES AND A FUTURE PROGRAMME OF THE MV FUTURE COUNCIL FOR THE YEARS 202120301CONTENTSPreamble ...........................................................................................................................................................................4Summary .............................................................................................................................................................................51. Mission and aspiration of the MV Future Council ......................................................................................72. The world is changing – and so are we .........................................................................................................112.1 Global upheavals – opportunities for MV....................................................................................................112.2 Paradigm shift .....................................................................................................................................................183. MV will change – six exemplary images of the future ...........................................................................214. We must act – recommendations for a future programme .................................................................344.1 Setting the course .............................................................................................................................................354.2 Fields of action .....................................................................................................................................................394.3 Instruments ...........................................................................................................................................................435. We are setting out – let‘s start now ...............................................................................................................475.1 Transformation – thinking of the future in terms of prerequisites ....................................................475.2 The way to the future – our messages ........................................................................................................50Members of the MV Future Council ....................................................................................................................54Appendix 1: Further ideas and impulses from the MV Future Council – a collection ..................56Appendix 2: Footnotes .............................................................................................................................................582PREAMBLE SUMMARYPREAMBLE SUMMARYThe future is open. It is all about encouraging people to The present is characterised by major upheavals and The world is changing. Globalisation, the climate and ● A digital society uses digitalisation to achieve social,change, about creating structural conditions for change challenges: globalisation, the climate and biodiversity biodiversity crises, and digitalisation are major global economic and ecological progress. People networkand ultimately a culture of responsible progress. The fu- crises, and digitalisation. They are changing the way we upheavals and challenges. With the right answers and in a creative, cooperative and productive way, gai-ture is also about our origins. It is important we create a look at ourselves, society and the world. An opportunity with responsibility and confidence, we can turn them ning equal access to resources and networks. In MVsense of identity and build trust. The future is pluralistic. for greater sustainability, resilience and progress is ope- into opportunities for our lives in Mecklenburg-Vor- – with its vast expanse, low population density andIt requires the creativity of diversity and the tolerance of ning up. Our programme for the future shows how we pommern, because the federal state has special resour- impending shortage of skilled workers – a net-others. The future is the vision of a better life. It is can exploit this opportunity here in MV. ces and potentials for shaping the future. worked society represents an enormous potentialabout the goals that guide us and the values that unite for development: digital innovations can increaseus – about FUTURE IMAGES. The future is responsibility Freedom, dignity, health, equitable participation and a The future needs a solid foundation. Sustainability value creation and form anchor points of a net-and confidence. It is about laying the foundations for a good life are fundamental goals and values that deter- must be the central principle when it comes to shaping worked private and working life.fairer and more sustainable world and a prosperous mine our vision of the future. In this document, “Our Fu- our future. In the years to come, we see MV as havingMecklenburg-Vorpommern through our actions now. We ture is Now”, we always consider all the members of our the task and opportunity to develop into a sustainable ● An orientation towards the common good placescall what we need now a FUTURE PROGRAMME for MV. diverse society, regardless of their social, ethnic or cul- and digital society that is geared to the public good the focus on social cohesion, equal educational andtural origin, gender, sexual orientation, religious affilia- through a consistent and, at the same time, individual employment opportunities, and intergenerationalWe have taken up our work as the MV Future Council at tion or world view, age, physical or mental abilities or orientation. We are convinced that this will also lay the justice. Individual interests are once again morea historic time: under the conditions of a global pande- other characteristics. What unites us all is our pursuit of foundations for a prosperous MV. From the major strongly linked to an overall interest (the commonmic, we have formed this council so that we can enter happiness and of a self-determined and fulfilled life – upheavals of our age, we can derive three essential pa- good), and natural resources are placed underinto a fundamental and overarching discourse on the both today and in the future. radigm shifts that are necessary for shaping our future. special protection. Places where people gather playfuture of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and discuss it in a They are geared towards overcoming today’s con- a key role, be it in sport clubs or in voluntary firespirit of tolerance and pluralism. The council members flicting goals and achieving future harmony between brigades, in arts and cultural projects, in citizens’have drafted exemplary images of the future and a pro- the economy, the environment and social issues: trusts, so-called “Dorfwerke” (rural co-workinggramme for the future of the state of Mecklenburg-Vor- spaces) or energy cooperatives.pommern across various social lifeworlds and interests ● A genuine system of sustainability economics mustas well as disciplines and sectors. emerge, one that respects the protection of natural So that the associated opportunities can be broughtresources and planetary boundaries while boldly to fruition, the right course must be set in good timeseizing opportunities for innovation, technology de- in the spheres of politics, society and the economy.velopment and future-proof employment. There are Without the right course, change processes in the indi-huge opportunities for MV in sustainable land use vidual fields of action will be slowed down structurally(e.g. tourism, agriculture, nature-based climate solu- and made more difficult or even impossible.tions), in the health industry, the green tech indus-try, in research and knowledge-based services aswell as in the regional circular economy.4 5SUMMARY 1. MISSION AND ASPIRATION OF THE MV FUTURE COUNCIL1.MISSION ANDThe first important course we consider necessary ...as instruments: an international voluntary serviceis making sustainability a mandatory criterion for year; new water balance, landscape and soil conservati-political and institutional action.. This means that on associations; green bonds such as humus futures ASPIRATION OF THEnon-sustainable actions must be justified. The and seagrass meadow cheques; cooperative Digital Fu-interdepartmental coordination of measures and ture centres; a “Green Angel” for sustainable tourism;the design of sustainable value chains are critical and an International GreenTech Festival... MV FUTURE COUNCILto success.Our messages to politicians and all those who makeThe second essential course to be set is digital and shape the future in MV are:infrastructure. Mobile network provision, datasecurity and data-based services, for example, ● The future begins right now! Not just after thewill be elevated to a basic right. A federal state election or in the next legislative period. Whatwith 6,000 villages must be a front-runner here, takes a long time must be started now. The MV Future Council was convened by Minister-Presi- This document is the visible result of the workingsince this new form of networking has enormous dent Manuela Schwesig on 21 September 2020. The process of the MV Future Council. Six (mainly online)potential for participatory justice, economic ● Change is the consequence of doing things differ- federal state government had previously decided to set expert meetings took place from October 2020 togrowth and innovative strength. ently! If the future is to look different, we have to up this independent advisory body, consisting of 49 March 2021. Experts gave important impetusesstart doing things differently now: habits and personalities, and to involve it decisively in the federal through lectures and council members presented theirThe third essential course to take is an orientation sectoral thinking have to be questioned; coopera- state’s forward-looking decisions. The recommendations own statements. In this way, concrete ideas on topicstowards the common good. This will become the tive, interdisciplinary and experimental structures of the MV Future Council will be incorporated into the of particular importance for MV (cf. Fig.) will be develo-guiding principle of services of general interest. have to be established. state government's MV Future Strategy. The objectives ped and the required course for politics and societyIntergenerational justice and educational success of the MV Future Council are to discuss the derived from them. In order to develop six exemplarymust become obligatory indicators as an expres- ● Tackle the big issues; they have been known for a necessary transformation and structural change in the images of the future, which should make the “wheresion of dignity and participation. Two of the per- long time now! We know that an immediate halt economy and society towards sustainability and the to” and the goals of the transformation vividly tangible,manent tasks of politics are strengthening social must be put to the climate and biodiversity crises, achievement of the Paris climate goals, as well as to de- the council members contributed their own ideas ofcohesion and structurally promoting individual that digitalisation must be shaped and social cohe- velop recommendations in the form of a transformative the future. Online citizen participation accompanyingopportunities in all life situations. sion strengthened – and there is broad social future programme. For this reason, the MV Future the Council's work process as well as a digital round ofconsensus for this. Council consists of experts with a high level of techni- talks with associations and members of the state par-These three key courses have led to further cal expertise and a great deal of practical knowledge. liament yielded further insights. Particularly in techni-important decisions which, along with fields of ● All this will fail (!) if we do not succeed in mustering Thanks to its members, it represents in equal measure cal meetings 4 to 6, the work results were graduallyaction and instruments for MV, we have descri- the political courage to do so. The current radical the spheres of science, business, culture and civil socie- condensed and collated. An initial draft of a resultbed and whose implementation we recommend change in our living conditions calls for a new ty in their diversity. As a council, we consciously work document was drawn up by the chairpersons of theas of now. realistic radicalism. Otherwise, the magnitude of from the pluralistic perspective of different professions, MV Future Council, followed by a round of feedbackthe solutions offered and the magnitude of the regions, generations and walks of life. As an advisory from all council members. In the process, additions,challenges will increasingly diverge. body, the MV Future Council formulates recommendati- factual errors and any points of conflict were identi-ons to politicians, is non-partisan and is committed to fied, processed and resolved in a consensus-orientedbeing neutral. The Council handed over its recommen- manner and within the framework of individual discus-Our future programme contains many ideas that are We are firmly convinced that MV can be and become a dations in March 2021. Implementing the recommen- sions, an editorial meeting and a closing session. Thehighly innovative, e.g. true federal state of the future, a federal state where dations and thus sustainably shaping the future of working process was moderated and accompanied by...as course settings: an orientation towards the public the world of tomorrow can be imagined, developed Mecklenburg-Vorpommern will be a joint task! fint e.V. (Rostock).good in procurement procedures, a Youth Participation and shared. The great opportunity for MV is to pursueAct and Structural Change Reinforcement Act as well as this approach in a particularly consistent way, with de-a 10-year logging moratorium for old deciduous forests... dication and conviction. We must go down this path...as fields of action: outreach education, so-called together with the courage to change and with confi-“Dorfwerke” (rural co-working spaces), a “Ministry for dence in our own strengths. Above all, however, weLand, Water and Climate”, a state initiative for peatland have no choice but to go down this path.climate management, a hydrogen transfer office andinvestment support for the creative economy...6 71. MISSION AND ASPIRATION OF THE MV FUTURE COUNCILW O R K P R O C E S S O F T H E M V F U T U R E C O U N C I L2020 2021OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCHin person virtualMeeting withassociations & ONLINE PARTICIPATIONparliamentarygroupsPRELUDE 2nd TECHNICAL MEETING 3rd TECHNICAL MEETING 4th TECHNICAL MEETING 5th TECHNICAL MEETING 6th TECHNICAL MEETING DRAFTING CLOSING1st TECHNICAL MEETING OF DOCUMENT SESSIONWater & Soil | Climate Identity, Home, Future of Work | Prospects Prospects for Cultural Education, ParticipationOF DEPARTUREEnergy & Economy Protection & Biodiversity Democracy | Demography, for Sustainability Landscapes | New Way to & Dignity | Pay Equity &of the Future Diversity & Digitisation Economics See the Forest in the Social SecurityLandscapeIdea sprints on the Application of systemic consensus building | validationIdea sprints on the topics in 4 working groups (WGs) Double meeting:topics in 2 WGs & editorial work- Idea sprints on the topics in 4 WGs- Consolidation of the future programme in 4 WGs- Development of future images in 2 WGsConsolidation of theresults in 2 WGsEXCHANGE KNOWLEDGE | CREATE INSPIRATION | GENERATE IDEAS CONDENSING KNOWLEDGE | FUTURE IMAGES | FUTURE PROGRAMMED E V E LO PM E N T O F R E CO M M E N DAT I O N S F O R A F U T U R E S T R AT E G Y F O R M VNETWORKEDLAND USE & VILLAGES & RURAL TPARTICIPATION NATURE-BASED WATER, FOREST ARTS & CULTURAL SOCIAL &EXPERIENCING PRODUCTION SITES & PAY EQUITY CLIMATE SOLUTIONS & MOORS LANDSCAPES RESEARCH & TECHNICALCOUNTRY LIFE (ADOPTED) HOME ENERGY SUPPLY & CIRCULAR EDUCATION & KNOWLEDGE INNOVATION& COSMOPOLITAN RESOURCE PROTECTION ECONOMY & GREEN QUALIFICATIONS ECONOMYOUTLOOK INDUSTRY8 91. MISSION AND ASPIRATION OF THE MV FUTURE COUNCIL 2 THE WORLD IS CHANGING - AND SO ARE WE | 2.1 Global upheavals – opportunities for MV2.THE WORLDWhat served to give us some professional guidance an ongoing and open process, in which we have alreadyduring the work process was the sustainability triangle identified urgent courses and fields of action as well aswith its cornerstones of the economy, environment and instruments for a sustainable MV, but which should IS CHANGINGsocial affairs, in which the United Nations’ 2030 Agen- continue in a constructive discourse. That is why weda with its 17 sustainability goals is reflected. The to- call our result a “document of departure”.pic of digitalisation was treated as an issue that cutacross all areas. However, the results of our work do not We are convinced that MV, with its strengths and poten- and so are weclaim to be complete with regard to dealing with the tials, can benefit from the current global and local chal-goals and topics of the 2030 Agenda. It was not possi- lenges and developments in our society. The followingble to achieve completeness here due to the short wor- figure shows the analysis steps and guiding questionsking phase of the MV Future Council of just six months. that our document is based on.We therefore see the resulting document as the start ofWhere do we go from here? This question arises with shaping the world and how much more they will do sogreat urgency against the backdrop of the coronavirus in the coming decades. Likewise, it is also necessary topandemic and the major global upheavals. In order to recognise that this also demands new systems of coor-shape the future, it is necessary to analyse and recog- dinates for our way of thinking. The necessary paradigmnise how profoundly the global upheavals are already shifts are already clearly emerging.How do the exogenous upheavals and transformation1ST ANALYSIS STEPprocesses change the framework conditions for MV?Result I How can FUTURE IMAGES for MV be sketched from this?2ND ANALYSIS STEP What specific resources and potentials does 2.1 GLOBAL UPHEAVALSMV have for shaping the future?– OPPORTUNITIES FOR MVResult II How can a FUTURE PROGRAMME for MV be derived from this?Which course settings, fields of action and instruments3RD ANALYSIS STEPThe world is undergoing fundamental changes. Globa- to do this, we must understand and acknowledge theactivate and mobilise the future opportunities?lisation, the climate and biodiversity crises and digita- upheavals along with their consequences.lisation are major global upheavals of the present dayand, at the same time, challenges for the future. They Through globalisation, the spheres of the economy, po-are fundamentally changing the frame of reference litics, culture, environment and communication are be-within which we make political, social and economic coming ever more closely intertwined worldwide. Glo-The MV Future Council is also convinced that now is encourage all stakeholders to tackle this common task. decisions. The upheavals have different speeds and ur- balisation is changing geopolitical spheres and worldprecisely the right time for a newly founded departure We already recognise a great willingness to change gencies: the most urgent problem – the climate crisis economic trade relations. It is now entering a new pha-into the future, because it is well known that the clima- within the population at large. – demands particularly accelerated action. The on- se: national economies are again demanding more poli-te and biodiversity crises must be halted immediately, going global warming threatens to trigger irreversible tical sovereignty in shaping the economic, ecologicalthat digitalisation must be shaped, and cohesion and What we expect from politicians is that the recommen- processes and cross tipping points that would extensi- and social consequences of globalisation. Regional so-democracy must be strengthened. We see not only the dations formulated here find their way into government vely change living conditions on earth – and for cen- vereignty and opportunities for shaping globalisationneed to act, but, above all, a wealth of opportunities action. At the same time, we hope that our recommen- turies to come, too. The fact that this crisis is happe- are increasing again. This also increases regional respon-for a more responsible, better and happier life together dations will be widely taken up in society at large. ning at the same time as other far-reaching upheavals sibility for global developments. MV can use the oppor-in MV. With our document of departure and our invita- Many members of the MV Future Council are willing presents us with a special challenge. With the right tunities of regional shaping and global integration fortion to think ahead together, the Council wants to to continue working on the further concretisation and structural responses, we can turn the global upheavals its own development and supra-regional partnerships,whet people’s appetites for shaping the future and implementation of the Future Programme. into regional opportunities for our lives in MV. In order for example in the Baltic Sea region.10 112 THE WORLD IS CHANGING - AND SO ARE WE | 2.1 Global upheavals – opportunities for MV 2 THE WORLD IS CHANGING - AND SO ARE WE | 2.1 Global upheavals – opportunities for MVThe anthropogenic climate and biodiversity crises Finally, digitalisation is responsible for the greatest Finally, demography is one of the most important Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has its very own regionalpose an existential threat to all our livelihoods on an technological, economic and socio-cultural transfor- factors influencing the development of a region. The resources and potentials that enable the federal stateunprecedented scale. There is a broad scientific con- mation since the Industrial Revolution two centuries increasing mobility of people can boost immigration to shape the future in a special way. Mecklenburg-Vor-sensus on the need to take comprehensive counter- ago. A completely new form of networking is changing or emigration. The out-migration of young people also pommern is a state that is rich in history, people, expe-measures: greenhouse gas emissions must be reduced the way we communicate and the relationships bet- intensifies if the declining financial power and the as- rience, landscape and nature. It is located in a favourablevery quickly and the further loss of animal and plant ween people, the way people coexist in societies and sociated reduced provision of public goods further di- geographical, geological and climatic position and isspecies and ecosystems must be halted. In particular, how value is created in the economy. Digitalisation de- minish the attractiveness of regions. We want to find embedded in Central and Northern European regionsthe complete decarbonisation* of production and mands far-reaching changes in the area of infrastructu- ways to further reverse the demographic downward and has successful models for sustainable economies,consumption within less than two decades requires us re, in the individual competences of people as well as spiral and contribute to young people perceiving MV digital societies and an orientation towards the publicto pull the emergency break and carry out a consis- in data protection and data security. Digitalisation has as a federal state of the future and wanting to contri- good. One key feature is the 2,000 km of inner andtent change of direction. And this must be done while the potential to connect people in ways never seen be- bute their talents and visions here. Demography is outer coastline. With its sea ports and inland ports, thewe, as humanity, are also reaching our planetary fore and to give them access to economic, social, cultu- also closely linked to the structural transformation of state is connected by water to the Baltic and Scandina-boundaries in other areas: our livelihoods are being ral and political resources. For the large federal state of the regional economy into a knowledge economy. In vian regions. The Regiopole Region of Rostock is aacutely threatened by the extinction of species, the MV with its roughly 6,000 villages, digitalisation is a the future, value creation and innovation will move dynamic growth area in the state. As we are located indestruction of our forests, the degradation of soils, the great opportunity to do just that: connecting people much closer towards technology and science, which, the heart of Europe, we in MV function as an importantdwindling groundwater, the littering of the oceans both productively and creatively and giving them ac- in turn, will increase regional resilience*. By building bridging between the East and West as well as bet-and the excessive input of phosphorus, nitrogen, cess to education and health care resources, for exam- local communities and global networks, MV can create ween the North and South.harmful substances and pollutants into our waters ple, regardless of their location. New digital business new potential here and initiate a reversal in the demo-and groundwater. The consequences of the climate models are emerging in the economy. At the same graphic trend. Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is an area that lies betweencrisis are putting nature and people under increasing time, innovation cycles are shortening. Companies the metropolitan regions of Hamburg, Copenhagen/stress. Although they have been known for a long must organise themselves so they become much more The global upheavals outlined above are giving rise to Malmö, Szczecin and Berlin. The vastness of the statetime and have been formulated in policy goals, these agile and develop cooperative, interdisciplinary and social and economic megatrends, some of which are means a low population density (69 inhabitants pergoals have been missed in most cases so far – for experimental structures. Greater networking between highly relevant to MV. They include, among others, the km2) and a low level of densification (the largest admi-example, in the “target year” of 2020, in the case of 11 the spheres of science and business, the establishment following: nistrative districts in Germany in terms of area). Digitalof the 13 most important EU environmental policy of cross-industry innovation networks, regional plat- networking allows spatial distances between villagesgoals. Far too little do we understand these goals as a forms and a lively start-up landscape* are central to to be maintained, while overcoming the problemsmandate for our own actions and behaviour. For the economy in MV. ● Sustainability is becoming a mega issue in caused by such distances. One can expect that digitali-example, the agreements reached in the Paris Agree- the economy. sation and changes in working environments in parti-ment on climate change to limit global warming to 1.5 ● Climate risks and opportunities are, for example, cular will alter urban-rural relations in favour of thedegrees Celsius affect each and every one of us. They being integrated into the financial sector. countryside. So as to activate potentials, it is possiblerepresent a binding agreement under international ● People's consumer behaviour is changing on to put in place strategies for bundling and networkinglaw that directly changes our political framework for account of increasing environmental and health (in highly fragmented municipalities) and, at the sameaction. For MV, this is both a responsibility and an op- awareness. time, for decentralisation (of spatially over-centralisedportunity, because our natural resources provide us ● New worlds and forms of work are emerging. districts). The fact that we can look across to the farwith untapped potential that we can use for climate ● Economic cycles are becoming regionalised. horizon everywhere in MV is a particularly valuableprotection and sustainable development. ● New intermodal forms of transport and traffic or potential.even communal, temporary forms of use aredeveloping dynamically.● New, attractive job profiles and vocational worldsare emerging.12 132 THE WORLD IS CHANGING - AND SO ARE WE | 2.1 Global upheavals – opportunities for MV 2 THE WORLD IS CHANGING - AND SO ARE WE | 2.1 Global upheavals – opportunities for MVWe see great potential for consolidating a diverse civil Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has the potential to achieve The health industry has been a guarantor and motor The cultural landscape of MV has always been shapedsociety in MV: we have a diverse range of ways of life climate neutrality in the near future and without any for employment in the federal state for years. About by art and culture – by a diverse cultural and artisticand economic systems here. We can revive public mee- swingeing economic and social cuts. The prerequisite one in five jobs – a total of over 150,000 employees – heritage as well as by a lively contemporary art andting places, cleverly network stakeholders and for this is also a clever and decisive change in land use: is linked to the health industry. This means that its cultural scene. MV has the highest density of preservedknowledge, strengthen individual self-determination in the current very high level of greenhouse gas emissions share of the labour force in the overall regional econo- megalithic tombs. We are surrounded by a multitudethe 6,000 villages, promote immigration from home from drained peatland soils (30% of total emissions in my is higher than in any other federal state. The share of monasteries and churches, castles, manor houses,and abroad and integrate newcomers (who can build Mecklenburg-Vorpommern) can be greatly reduced by of gross value added of the health economy in the parks and palaces. The heritage of the Hanseatic era ison the experience of the successful integration of many ending the drainage of the peatlands and partially swit- overall economy is 15% in MV. just as characteristic of our region as a rich treasurepeople after 1945), as well as expand and further revive ching to “wet” agriculture and forestry (paludiculture*). trove of culture and landscapes. In many places, artistsour cooperation with neighbouring Poland. This is pre- At the same time, the climate impact of forests can be Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is the No. 1 holiday desti- and cultural workers contribute to a richer life withcisely where the opportunity to compensate for enhanced by promoting old and dense forests, stabili- nation in Germany – with huge cross-seasonal potenti- their work and diverse projects. This increasingly feedsstructural inequalities with economic diversity lies. sing existing forest stands and site-appropriate affore- al. Tourism accounts for 12% of the total economic a sense of identity and togetherness. MV’s cultural mapstation. In an MV with wet peatlands and dense forests, output of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Every sixth em- includes theatres and stages, a diverse music, festivalMecklenburg-Vorpommern still has the richest, least these carbon sinks can offset parts of the residual ployee in the federal state works in tourism. Landscape and museum landscape, literary and artists’ houses anddepleted natural heritage in Germany. Three national emissions from industry, households and transport on and nature are the most important reasons for tourists world cultural heritage sites.parks, three biosphere reserves and seven nature parks the way to achieving zero CO2 emissions. Such sinks to travel to MV. For tourism, the cultural assets and thecover 18% of our state's area; a total of 45% is pro- will become enormously important in the second half preservation of a beautiful cultural landscape offer thetected. MV has pastures and meadows, fields, moors, of this century, as they absorb carbon dioxide from the most significant potential, especially because the peopleforests, rivers and lakes. This wealth of natural resources atmosphere and thus mitigate the greenhouse effect. who live and work here identify so strongly with it.can be used for the economic development of the fede- Other federal states with much more industry will haveral state and should nevertheless, and especially for this to rely on carbon sinks elsewhere. MV can provide these The biographies of the people living in MV, their experi-reason, be preserved. Besides the productive use of na- carbon sinks and put a value on them, for example, ences and their knowledge contain and harbour a greattural resources, there is also great potential in valori- within the framework of emissions trading, while at the deal of potential for a creative, democratic and diversesing their various ecosystem services*, wherever eco- same time letting locals enjoy the landscape and community. The identity of this federal state is shapednomic use is made of them. A healthy, fertile landscape allowing tourists to enjoy it, too. by its cultural and scenic similarities with the Baltic Seais an increasingly scarce commodity here and around region, by its proximity to the sea, but also by the refu-the world. Prudent, sustainable land use is, therefore, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern offers many starting points gee experiences and migration movements of the pastalso a cultural task to preserve our homeland. for an innovative circular economy that uses resources decades. The political upheavals that took place afterefficiently, reduces emissions and designs production 1945 and 1989 have also shaped the culture of theMV is the first federal state that is already able to supply processes in a sustainable way, thanks to the diverse people in MV. Adaptability, but also everyday persever-itself – arithmetically speaking – with 100% renewable renewable resources on the land, in the moors and in ance and the search for a sense of community haveenergy. Almost half of the renewable electricity is sup- the sea. Besides the diversity of resources, an excellent become cultural characteristics. Both in the villages andplied by wind power plants that have 2,000 onshore research landscape consisting of universities, colleges towns of the state, the down-to-earth nature of theand offshore turbines. Innovative wind-hydrogen coup- and non-university research institutes as well as a wide people is an important potential for developing sustai-ling and CO2-free energy storage systems are establis- range of existing companies and start-ups create the nable lifestyles, characterised by a careful use of resour-hed research fields in MV and represent key technologi- best conditions for regional value creation and econo- ces and an understanding of natural cycles. There iscal implementation gaps. In this respect, MV has indus- mic strengthening by means of innovative products, hardly anyone in MV who does not have some form oftrial customers for green electricity and huge potential processes and services. active relationship with water and soil – be it throughfor developing clean propulsion technologies (e.g. in gardening, beekeeping, fishing, hunting, choppingshipbuilding). wood, keeping animals or tending fruit orchards. Andit often is not just a “mere hobby”, but serves to makethem self-sufficient – at least on a small scale.14 152 THE WORLD IS CHANGING - AND SO ARE WE | 2.1 Global upheavals – opportunities for MVFACTS, FIGURES & DATA – EXCERPTSBRIEF EXPLANATION OF THE GRAPHICS:1 In MV, greenhouse gas emissions amount to 11.8 tonnes of CO2 equivalents per capita per year, compared to a national average of 10.4 tonnes. Drainedmoors are the largest source of greenhouse gases in MV; forests the most important sink. | 2 In MV, there is 3 times more forest per inhabitant than thenational average. | 3 Most of the state‘s watercourses are artificial; 6,800 km – about one fifth – are even piped. Drainage causes precipitation, which weneed for drought prevention and moorland protection, to run off too quickly. | 4 In MV, the annual mean temperature has risen by about 1.3° C since 1881to the present day, and in Germany by as much as 1.6° C over the same period. | 5 Expenditure on R&D in MV is 1.8% of the gross domestic product; thenational average is 3.1%. | 6 The childcare rate for under-3s in MV is 57.6%; nationally it is 35%. | 7 Youth unemployment (15-24 -year-olds) is 10% in MV,5.6% nationwide. | 8 More than 70% of the electricity mix in MV comes from renewable energies, which are mainly generated by wind, biogas and solarpower. | 9 To reach a general practitioner in MV, one has to travel an average of 4.8 km (national average: 3 km). For a specialist, one has to travel 13.1 km(instead of 8.5 km). | 10 In MV there are approximately 2 people over 65 for every 2 people under 30. In Germany as a whole, for every 3 people under theage of 30 there are 2 over 65. | 11 The location quotient puts the state's own activity in relation to the national average (reference value: 1; referencevalue: gross value added), i.e. agriculture: 2.9, manufacturing: 0.8 and services: 1.1. Share of sectors in MV's GDP: agriculture and forestry: 2.6%,manufacturing: 23.8%, services: 73.7%. | 12 The number of breeding pairs of the white stork has almost halved since 2004 (from 1,142 to 659). For 12years, fewer young storks have been reared each year than is required to preserve our storks.Statistical sources:The following sources were used to create the map “Facts, figures & data – excerpts” on pp. 16-17:Statistical Yearbook MV 2018-2020, Federal Statistical Office (online), Climate report MV 2018, Fe-deral Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, and Statista (online). Energy and CO2 Report 2017-18, Statistics Portal 2019, Haenel et al. 2020 OpenAgrar Repositorium, Hirschelmann et al. 2020GMC Book Series, Hampicke & Schäfer 2021, Bericht zur Drs. 7/3048 (State Parliament of MV), Kochet al. 2010, UBA 2018, forstpraxis.de 2020, NABU MV LAG Weißstorchschutz 2021.2 THE WORLD IS CHANGING – AND SO ARE WE | 2.2 PARADIGM SHIFT 2 THE WORLD IS CHANGING – AND SO ARE WE | 2.2 PARADIGM SHIFT2.2PARADIGM SHIFTMore than ever, the future needs a new and sustainable The global upheavals mentioned above are changing on, for strengthening existing small and medium-sized Individual interests are bundled into an overall interestbasis. Sustainability must be the fundamental principle the relationships between the three objectives. Globali- enterprises (SMEs) and family businesses and for pro- (common good); lost places of gathering are beingwith which we shape the future. It consists of three in- sation has greatly altered the economy and the social moting a vibrant start-up landscape*. brought back to life. Natural resources and their useterconnected target dimensions: the economic, the en- sphere, both globally and locally. The climate crisis af- have been placed under special protection and are3.vironmental and the social. The interplay of these three fects all dimensions equally, but particularly the relati- We direct social cohesion, equal educational and used in the service of the common good.– known as the sustainability triangle – shows that sus- onship between the economy and the environment, employment opportunities and intergenerational justicetainability involves more than the aspect of environ- and is being already clearly felt in MV. Digitalisation, more strongly than before towards the COMMON In what follows, these paradigm shifts that are to shapemental protection: it links socio-economic develop- conversely, requires the transformation of the economy GOOD in order to give people security, personal the future within the sustainability triangle of the econo-ments with the environment and social interests in or- and society and affects us all directly. Along the sustai- responsibility and opportunities for their individual mic, the environmental and the social are outlined pro-der to satisfy the needs of all people living today wit- nability triangle, we, as the Council for the Future of happiness, even in a global perspective. grammatically and related to Mecklenburg-Vorpommern:hout risking that future generations will not be able to MV, derive from the major upheavals of the time threesatisfy their own needs. The triangle is designed to be essential paradigm shifts that are necessary to shapeequilateral. This makes it clear that all three target di- the future (cf. Fig.):mensions are of equal importance. Consequently, con-flicts of interest can only be overcome by thinking ho-ECONOMIClistically. The UN’s 17 global sustainability goals refer tothese three target dimensions and define a guiding fra-ECONOMICmework for action – worldwide and for Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. micsonabilityecon digitals ocietS TU HS ET MA EI N FA OB RI ELI CT OYNE OC MON ICO SM AYND(G EU CID OI LN OGG Y)E MN EV NIR TO AN L- SOCIALai yusts MV already has economic priorities in the fields of protecting and regenerating natural resources is thetourism, agriculture and clean energy production, but accounting of resource use that captures bothENVIRON- SOCIALalso offers special future potential in the health indus- private and social costs. Within this framework, we canMENTAL for the common goodtry, the green tech industry, in knowledge-based develop new and sustainable use and business modelsresearch and services and in the regional circular eco- as well as green innovations and clean technologies.nomy. Landscapes and other natural resources play a There are many forms of sustainable land use, fordecisive role in this. Current land use increasingly con- example in tourism, agriculture or in nature-based cli-1.We make climate protection and the regeneration innovation and sales markets for research and deve- flicts with other goals: climate protection, biodiversity mate solutions, which itself becomes a value creationof natural resources the guiding principle of a genuine lopment, production, transport and trade. and the protection of soils and forGesetsm. Enetienriwngo inhtloo ar ientieprroucensgs. Sustainability economics opens up fields forsystem of SUSTAINABILITY ECONOMICS. To promote genuine practice of sustainability economics can only innovation and new value creation. That is why they2.sustainable development, we require a clever interplay We are developing digital sovereignty, competence be achieved through interaction: so as to achieve sus- should also be designed in terms of industrial policy.of three strategies: efficiency (greater resource pro- and participation as the core of a networked DIGITAL tainable land use, our natural resources must be valu- The European Green Deal or the National Hydrogenductivity), consistency (new eco-friendly technologies) SOCIETY in order to make better use of the opportuni- ed holistically. Viewed holistically, they are not only a Strategy of the Federal Government also open up theand sufficiency (a way of living and doing business ties for productive, cooperative and creative networ- source of private income, but also and especially a possibility for MV to turn a system of sustainabilitythat does not overconsume resources). Such a practice king in the state of MV. The state’s knowledge capital source of common good. We must shape our economic economics, technologically and industrially, into a mo-of sustainability economics engenders resource-com- can be better developed and exploited through new activities in such a way that the increasingly disrupted dern, innovative and competitive economy on a globalpatible value creation, sets incentives for innovations forms of work. The economy can design new products material cycles in our landscape can recover and regain scale. Newly emerging job profiles and research fieldsand creates sustainable jobs. Complying with the pla- and processes. Digital product and process develop- their balance again. This concerns the carbon cycle, the must be developed accordingly, e.g. by founding newnetary boundaries and the 17 UN Sustainable Develop- ment and the expansion of digital infrastructures and landscape water balance as well as the nutrient and degree programmes, promoting Green Economyment Goals by 2030 will open up huge and diverse skills offer immense potential for regional value creati- pesticide load with all its effects. One prerequisite for entrepreneurship and consolidating basic research.18 192 THE WORLD IS CHANGING – AND SO ARE WE | 2.2 PARADIGM SHIFT 3. MV WILL CHANGE - SIX EXEMPLARY VISIONS OF THE FUTUREECONOMIC ECONOMIC3.MV WILL CHANGESix exemplary visions of the futureENVIRON- SOCIAL ENVIRON- SOCIALMENTAL MENTALDIGITAL SOCIETY (GUIDING THEME FOR THE COMMON GOOD (GUIDING THEMEFOR THE ECONOMY AND SOCIAL AFFAIRS) FOR SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES)A digital society opens up additional options for net- In the future, the common good of societies will beworking, thus changing the spatial contexts of living even more important than it is today. The ability toand working. However, the new possibilities are linked preserve our natural resources and livelihoods, and to In the MV Future Council, we have sketched six exem- Images of the future are both striking and without anyto preconditions, the most important of which is the enable future generations to do so, will be of particular plary visions of the future for Mecklenburg-Vorpom- claim to factual completeness. They do not automatic-provision of a digital infrastructure for all of us as part value. One key task for us is to gear politics to holistic mern for 2030 and beyond and hereby present them ally represent social goals: a democratic society definesof public services. This participation in a digital society, goals of public good, because the common good will for discussion. These visions of the future meet the its goals in democratically legitimised processes.both physically and socially, is a kind of fundamental become more important than individual interests. challenges of the present, are guided by the three If these images are attractive and persuasive in manyright for us. The development of a digital society is a With regard to MV, this means, among other things, paradigm shifts mentioned above and the special people’s eyes and they can see in them possibilities forcross-sectional task. It requires digital sovereignty and opening up equal educational and employment op- opportunities and potentials of our federal state. They a just and happy life – then they can become goals.includes education, data protection, data security and portunities, promoting citizens' councils* at all politi- from the perspective of the future and from the per-media competence. A digital society can also help to cal levels, establishing intergenerational and gender spective of a successful execution. They want to entice,manage resources sustainably; it can be more inclusive justice, enabling cultural and holistic education for inspire and motivate people to think and take delibe-through access to resources and it can increase pro- sustainable development, preserving nature and rate and targeted steps in their direction. Images ofductivity, innovation and thus people's wages. A net- cultural landscapes and protecting the climate, soil, the future can structure our thinking about the neces-worked and digital society represents a great opportu- water and air. Divisions in society can only be overco- sary decisions, important fields of action and instru-nity, especially for MV, which is characterised by a vast me and democracy preserved if the common good is ments and guide our actions.expanse, low population density and an impending safeguarded and people are able to lead self-deter-shortage of skilled workers. There is also potential for mined lives. Places of gathering play an important rolegrowth and development here, especially for SMEs. in this, be it in sports or in the voluntary fire brigade,Digital innovations such as virtual reality, blockchain in art and cultural projects, in citizens' foundations,technology and artificial intelligence can increase pro- “Dorfwerke” (rural co-working spaces) or energyductivity and value creation. Smart Villages* and Inno- cooperatives.vation Hubs* can become anchor points for a colourfuldigital way of living and working in MV. In the coming years, we see Mecklenburg-Vorpommernas having the task of developing, through a consistentand, at the same time, individual orientation towards asustainable and digital society that is geared to thepublic good. We are convinced that this will, at the sametime, lay the foundations for secure incomes and jobs inthe future and that people within and outside MV willbe impressed by the state and the path it is taking.20 213. MV WILL CHANGE - SIX EXEMPLARY VISIONS OF THE FUTURENATURE AND HUMANS:OF LIFE IN LANDSCAPESEverywhere in MV, people take responsibility for, are directly from the vibrancy in the old and new culturalconnected with or relate to their landscapes. They ex- landscapes. Wet moors and depressions in the terrainperience their landscapes – with their coasts, rivers and are important components of the landscape as waterlakes, moors, fields and pastures, forests and meadows reservoirs and places of biological diversity. Forests andand the unusual abundance and diversity of plant and peatlands are regarded and developed as providers ofanimal species – as their most important community diverse ecosystem services, and the drainage of peat-asset. MV’s landscapes are characterised by vastness. lands has been gradually ended. The forest has overcomeThey are important water reservoirs and CO2 sinks. its crisis mainly by exploiting natural adaptation pro-Their ecological and socially relevant services have cesses and has improved its function as a carbon sinkbeen recognised and are being consistently valorised. and water creator. Rising sea levels are being counteredLandowners and land users as well as all citizens inte- on an area-specific basis by means of improved floodrested in preserving the landscape have united to form protection for areas and structures in need of protectionlandscape councils. In these councils, a basic consensus on the one hand, and by means of greater flood pro-has been developed that land use is about protecting tection in near-natural areas on the other. Nowadays,and building up humus and resources as well as preser- every child is given a fruit tree and green bonds whenving and maintaining the landscape for future generati- they start school. The coast is connected to the hinter-ons. A Ministry of Land, Water and Climate coordinates land via good infrastructure and artistic, cultural anddiverse interests. Binding and appropriately rewarded economic exchange. Landscape is not merely an envi-tasks assigned to stakeholders in rural areas ensure that ronment that surrounds us, but an environment thatpublic environmental and climate protection tasks are we live in and with and it affords us living, recreationalfulfilled. Sustainable tourism is booming as it benefits and economic spaces in equal measure.223. MV WILL CHANGE - SIX EXEMPLARY VISIONS OF THE FUTURECOMMUNITY OF THE REGIONS IN MV:VIBRANT VILLAGES AND TOWNSIn our second image of the future, the people of Meck- people from all over the world. Citizens combine thelenburg-Vorpommern work together in their towns different tasks of general interest that have been adap-and villages with administrations, businesses and poli- ted to local conditions. The high value placed on he-tical stakeholders in a self-determined, cooperative alth and good nutrition as well as climate-friendly life-and socially inclusive manner. Mecklenburg-Vorpom- styles creates new opportunities and meaningful con-mern is a green oasis with a Baltic Sea coast, a lake dis- texts for locals and visitors alike. For seaside resorts,trict and around 6,000 self-reliant villages, vibrant coastal towns and tourist hotspots, their huge popula-small towns and urban centres. The towns and villages rity with tourists is a source and motivation for a varie-are inked in such a way that global digital work can be ty of offers and sustainable incomes. A comprehensive,combined with regional craft and horticultural pro- inexpensive and CO2-neutral public transport systemduction as well as with technology centres. In rural co- connects people and communities throughout MV andworking spaces, the so-called “Dorfwerke” – centres of in neighbouring states. Everywhere in the federal state,regional, cross-generational production and encounter in the towns, villages and the countryside, people have– new vocational training and solidarity-based forms created spaces and opportunities for social cohesion.of economic activity are emerging on the basis of true Sufficient decision-making powers and diverse partici-globally fair prices. In these “Dorfwerke”, people can pation rights and opportunities are a matter of courseexperiment with social innovations and create cosmo- for all generations. Courageous people take responsi-politan goods and services so people can enjoy the bility, are supported in this and empower themselvesgood life in MV. They are model projects for creative and others.243. MV WILL CHANGE - SIX EXEMPLARY VISIONS OF THE FUTURETALENT AND TECHNOLOGY: WITH RESEARCHAND ENTREPRENEURSHIP TO GREENINNOVATIONS FOR THE GLOBAL MARKETIn our third vision of the future, the technologies deve- A self-confident and cosmopolitan culture of entrepre-loped in local research institutions generate good jobs neurship not only shapes the practice of sustainabilityand sell all over the world. An international character economics in MV, but also bears social responsibilitythat is a matter of course and new networks linking the with regard to education, culture, sport and democra-spheres of research, industry and trade promote climate- cy. A renaissance of trades and crafts reinforces exis-neutral and resource-saving production, a circular eco- ting knowledge and links tradition with innovation.nomy, a bio-based economy, an energy industry that’s Guests from Germany and all over the world appreciatetailored to regional characteristics and regenerative the unspoilt nature, the natural environment and theagriculture. Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is part of a new variety of cultural and tourist attractions available ininnovative and green "Hanseatic League”. A vibrant MV. The federal state has a highly specialised,and innovative green tech scene draws international successful, climate-neutral and resource-efficienttalents to MV, where they find creative space, the po- industrial sector. Citizens’ energy cooperatives promo-tential for innovation and a sense of purpose. Innovati- te regional value chains, participation and acceptance.ve energy-saving models have been developed and are Climate-neutral industrial estates and sustainable mo-widespread. The energy supply in MV is regionalised, bility enable resource-efficient production and work.based 100% on renewable energies and supportsregional value chains.263. MV WILL CHANGE - SIX EXEMPLARY VISIONS OF THE FUTUREART AND CULTURE: NOBLENESS OF HEARTAND AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE WORLDIn our fourth image of the future, the people of Meck- The freedom of the arts is a valuable asset. The enjoy-lenburg-Vorpommern live out a culture of cooperative ment and practice of art – even when on the move indesign, of helping, preserving, curiosity and discovery: the state – interact with the landscape and nature andlistening, tolerating other people’s opinions, cultiva- so shape the cultural landscapes in MV. Creative artiststing a culture of debate, and keeping their composure. help to shape the vastness of our rural areas. TheyNetworks, cross-border cooperation and cross-sectoral create and use digital worlds and, at the same time,work with the cultural and creative industries lead to preserve old castles, manor houses, barns, railway sta-the development of innovation – particularly in the tion buildings and dairies. Together, they open up newtrades and crafts sector, which receives special support. places of life and culture where people can converge,Access to cultural education for all – from kindergarten spend their free time together in a variety of ways andto senior citizens – brings forth people who value de- get involved and participate in cultural diversity.mocracy and are happy to bear responsibility for their People working in the arts and culture are involved infellow human beings, their landscapes and their futu- social discourse and, by way of concrete artistic pro-re. Our society in MV, where many people now partici- jects, illustrate creative spaces, stimulate reflection,pate in cultural education and cultural offerings develop visions and contribute to enhancing the valuethroughout their lives, is peaceful, joyful and apprecia- of cultural landscapes for tourism, too.tive. Our society has developed practicable alternativesto hate and hatred. It sees what is beautiful and doeswhat is good.283. MV WILL CHANGE - SIX EXEMPLARY VISIONS OF THE FUTUREA CHANGE OF PERSPECTIVE: AGREEMENT FORA SELF-ASSURED DEMOCRATIC CULTUREIn our fifth vision, the people of Mecklenburg-Vorpom- Today, councils at various levels advise on policy in MV,mern have united to form a strong and self-assured ci- including youth councils, landscape councils*, familyvil society. This strengthens the rights of young people councils, regional councils and senior councils. Theirand migrants in the federal state as well as the rights perspectives enrich and actively shape the decision-of their fellow human beings around the world and making processes. As a result, an alignment towardsfuture generations. And it respects the diversity of all the common good is recognised throughout MV as akinds of family. This is the result of a process that be- cross-sectoral task of society with new rules of thegan with a fundamental question: what changes are game. It has also become the “new normal” in the eco-needed to enable more democratic participation for all nomy. Planetary boundaries, fellow human beingspeople in MV and to reinforce social cohesion? Part of around the world and future generations are now takenthis process was, first of all, listening to the voices of into account, as are the needs of people in the variousthe people, facilitating greater self-determination, regions of MV. On the basis of a recognised and widelygiving young people the right to vote in particular and appreciated diversity of values and biographical expe-enabling them to have their own voice. Various ways riences, people in this country are liberal-minded whileby which civil society could take part in political pro- enjoying a sense of belonging as well as gender equitycesses were tested and consolidated. The factors that and intergenerational justice.contributed to a self-assured democratic culture haveproven to be the following: a diversity of perspectives,openness to new and different things, an appreciativeculture of dialogue and a fundamental willingness tocooperate.303. MV WILL CHANGE - SIX EXEMPLARY VISIONS OF THE FUTUREREALISING OPPORTUNITIES AND EQUALCHANCES: MV IS AN “EDUCATION STATE”In our sixth image of the future, people of all age context, the promotion and training of individual com-groups in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern benefit from an petences as an educational goal is as important as theinnovative education system throughout their lives. It promotion of democratic and cultural competences.combines practice-oriented and digital learning and This is because, in education, too, individual develop-thus integrates regional references and an internatio- ment is seen in the context of the common good.nal orientation in equal measure. Lifelong and experi- People in MV naturally learn the ability to cooperate,ence-based learning enables people to actively shape the culture of discussion, and creativity.sustainable development and create technological andsocial innovations. All of this also revitalises the demo- The promotion of innovative trades and crafts is on thecratic culture in the state. People regard education as agenda, along with the development of new job profi-an important cornerstone for social participation. Edu- les in the fields of digitalisation and technology, as wellcational equity takes top priority and the education as the training of education mentors and the establish-system has sufficient resources. MV’s digital infra- ment of innovation hubs*. Research is recognised as anstructures are very well developed and the stakehol- essential foundation for an innovative and sustainableders in the newly networked education system work economy. Top-level research with clear focal points atwith very good technical equipment. People learn wit- internationally networked universities makes it possiblehin the framework of diverse cross-sectoral education, to train, attract and retain skilled workers. To this end,coaching and mentoring networks. There is a lively the existing research landscape of universities, non-discussion between families, educational institutions, university research institutions and companies thatbusiness, civil society and the administration. Engage- carry out research has been cleverly developed. Recog-ment and entrepreneurship are part of every educatio- nised new research focuses such as medical technology,nal pathway; they are enabled and promoted, including biotechnology, green tech industry, bioeconomics andinnovation and start-up programmes. A process that smart farming* draw talented people to MV and createneatly brings design questions of the future into the knowledge-based jobs in the state.education system has been established. In this324. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.1 Setting the course 4. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.1 Setting the course4.WE MUST ACTRecommendations fora future programme Funding instruments will be better linked in line withThe following overarching course settings are essen- the vision of the future, i.e. they will be directed attial for all topics considered by the MV Future Coun- cooperative action, promote the link between urbancil and are recommended by us (not listed in any and rural areas and open up space for creative soluti-particular order): ons. The funding instruments will also be linked tosustainability criteria and take global responsibilityPolitics becomes holistic, makes sustainability the into account (2021-2025).In this section, we formulate a future programme for crises are so pressing and digitalisation has to be sha- general norm and top priority of its actions and imple-Mecklenburg-Vorpommern that ties in with the para- ped and democracy strengthened, we hereby urgently ments it as a self-evident cross-departmental task A national climate protection law will be passed indigm shifts and visions of the future outlined in secti- call for MV to be made “fit for the future” in a joint, focu- (2021). accordance with the Paris Climate Agreement. This lawons 2 and 3. It describes the transformative course that sed and rapid manner. To this end, we recommend the will specify the sectors of the economy and lifestyles inneeds to be set (section 4.1), identifies central fields of following concrete starting points based on the broad For the preparation of the state budget (especially which greenhouse gas emissions are to be reducedaction (section 4.2) and specifies the instruments that professional expertise of the members of the MV Future resource and land use) and with immediate effect for and the timeframe within which this must be done. Aare particularly suitable for shaping the future in MV Council, each underpinned by our recommendations procurement and purchasing, binding *** sustainabili- verifying body for climate protection tasks will balance(section 4.3). It is important to us that our programme for concrete implementation timeframes (see years in ty criteria will be formulated and consistently applied the performance of the special-purpose associationsfor the future is not a conclusive description of success- brackets). We expect that the recommendations formu- (2021). Sustainable action becomes the norm and non- and municipalities in CO2 equivalents and rewards theful future development in MV, because – based on lated here will be incorporated into government action sustainable action must be justified. achievement of targets (2022). Measures to adapt toscientific findings – this can only come about in a de- and, at the same time, hope that our recommendations climate change will be sustainable and robust acrossmocratic process. Because the climate and biodiversity will be widely taken up in society. The state and corporate administration will be re- sectors.structured in terms of sustainable action (2021-2025).This also includes increasing the autonomy and capa- All strategies of the federal state will be consistentlycity to act at the municipal level and transferring pu- related to the achievement of the sustainability goalsblicly owned land to sustainable management in co- and strategic goals of the federal state will be takenoperation with other owners (e.g. churches). into account when designing greater sustainability. Forexample, the digital transformation will be used to4.1 Access to digital infrastructure will become a basic achieve the sustainability goals and, conversely, theSETTING THE COURSEright. Regional sustainability centres will be set up in climate costs of digital technologies will be included inthe municipalities of MV as innovation hubs* and as the design of the digitalisation strategy (2021-2030).hubs for analogue and digital encounters and coope-ration (2021-2025). The existing initiatives, projects *** Orientation towards the public good will be inte-In order to shape the future, the right course must be The course must be set with new thoughts and concrete and institutions for sustainable living, sustainable edu- grated into procurement procedures as an importantset in good time. New directions are absolutely vital for actions. These are reforms - within the administration, cation and sustainable management in the federal criterion (2021-2025). Co-operative platforms and digi-the orientation towards a sustainable and digital society legislative initiatives, the awarding and funding guide- state will be strengthened (2022) and many new ones tal cooperatives will be promoted. Intergenerationalin Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, one that is geared to lines and strategic planning – that make sustainable created (2022-2030). equity and educational success will become obligatorythe public good. They combine the target dimensions action possible in the first place, make it much easier welfare indicators as an expression of dignity andof the economic, environmental and social issues, set and greatly accelerate it. They must take place within The triad of research – technology – entrepreneur- participation.new priorities and facilitate transformation. If the course ministries, offices, municipalities and associations in ship lays the foundations for a networked innovationis not set, change processes in the individual fields of new cross-sectoral and cross-departmental structures. system and dynamic, cooperative economic structures.action and the implementation of concrete instruments They should be followed up on a permanent basis by Private sector stakeholders are supported and encou-will be slowed down structurally and made more diffi- means of a reporting obligation on the part of the raged to achieve their ambitious sustainability goalscult or even impossible! state government. through innovative solutions (2021-2025).*** Ideas with a high degree of innovation34 354. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.1 Setting the course 4. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.1 Setting the courseAfter the superordinate course settings, we recommend implementing further course settings, which Development and task-related reinforcement of the water and soil associationswe assign to certain topics that are of particular relevance for MV (not listed in any particular order). through the amendment of the Water Maintenance Associations Act toAn overview of the themes and symbols can be found on pp. 8-9 *** water, landscape and soil conservation associations, since droughtprevention and the rehabilitation of the water balance in MV are inconceivablewithout them (2022).Establishment of an inter-ministerial working group for nature-based cli-mate solutions and landscape water balance in cooperation with research in-stitutions (2021). Planning and implementation of measures to reduce CO2emissions, to strengthen CO2 sequestration (especially peatlands, forests, agri- Activation of the public good functions of the forest by reorienting the Statecultural landscapes), to adapt to climate change (e.g. restoration of salt mars- Forestry Agency towards ecosystem-oriented forest management and foresthes that grow with the rise in sea level) and to stabilise the landscape water ba- conversion (2021). A 10-year logging moratorium in all remaining old deciduouslance. Development of nature-based climate solutions through the strengthe- forests older than 120 years and the exemption of forests in nature conservationning and further development of green bonds* as a source of income, there- areas from being managed (2021). Orientation of forestry training towards eco-by promoting innovation for valorising ecosystem services (2021). logical forest management (2022).Launch of a cross-departmental education offensive for empowering lifelongindependent learning and sustainability thinking, outreach education, coopera- Creation of incentive systems (support, tax relief) for climate-friendly pro-tive, artistic, cultural, entrepreneurial, regional and digital learning and the duction processes and environmental technologies, for sustainable land usestrengthening of families (2021-2025). Promoting and further expanding exis- and fisheries, regional food supply, health and nature tourism as well as forting institutions through an Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) social and cultural engagement within economic models (2022). Drafting ofMaster Plan for day-care centres and schools, vocational schools, colleges and an Agricultural Structure Law MV to regulate land speculation and excessiveuniversities as well as online education (2021). Planning of new and reinforcing real estate concentration in a social participation process (2021).of existing study programmes along sustainable industry structures and jobprofiles (2021-2025).Adoption of a *** Youth Participation Act for the legally regulated participato- Creation of model regions for integrated and diverse value creation networksry rights of children and adolescents in local and state politics (2022). Amend- on land and at sea, taking into special consideration cooperatives, land use andment of the Land Electoral Act to lower the voting age to 16 and give voting crafts (2021-2025).rights to people with a history of immigration after three years of residence(2022). Development of a youth strategy (2022).Adoption of a diversity strategy for all dimensions (age, gender, origin, etc.) forPromotion of decentralised energy generation, storage and conversion, the the public service as well as the proposal of such a strategy for the spheres ofcircular economy and the recycling of residual materials for the use of re- politics, business and the media (2021). Introduction of a women's quota in ma-sources and bioeconomy (2021-2025). Exploiting the surplus of renewable nagement positions in public institutions and promotion of people with an im-energies to establish energy-intensive industries and technology development migration background as potential employees (2021-2025). Tax incentives foras well as energy storage systems (2021-2030). companies applying diversity management (2022).36 374. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.1 Setting the course 4. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.2 Fields of actionAdoption of a *** Structural Change Reinforcement Act to support deprived 4.2 FIELDS OF ACTIONareas and economic sectors where the transformation must be driven forwardparticularly decisively (e.g. by establishing new value chains to replace emissi-ons-intensive production) (2022).Setting the right course in good time will enable Meck- As in the case of setting the course, we in the MVlenburg-Vorpommern to move towards a sustainable Council of the Future took into consideration topicsand digital society that is geared towards the common that are particularly relevant for MV and the period upgood. When building such a society, measures in con- to 2030. The following fields of action are essential forAnchoring of art and culture as a cross-sectional task in all ministries. Further crete fields of action must also be put into practice. shaping the transformation in MV (not listed in anydevelopment in line with the Cultural Policy Guidelines (2021-2030) developed This includes programmes, budgets and investments particular order):by the State Culture Council together with the Ministry of Education, Science of ministries and the state administration as well asand Culture. structures and initiatives in research, business andsociety. Reorganising the ministries and associationsand creating new state-wide institutions play animportant role here.Integration of sustainable accounting models and pricing (true costs) as wellas the valorisation of ecosystem services* in energy production and land use(2021-2030). Recognition and promotion of the future markets of environmentaltechnologies (renewable energy, carbon sinks, circular economy, green IT) andthe life sciences* (health, nutrition, welfare, biotechnology, biochemistry) (2021-2025). Standardisation of price agreements for care services with social insuran-ce providers and adjustment of service charges to market prices (2021-2025).Creation of firm, legally anchored participatory rights for children and ado-lescents (2021-2025). Creation of citizen budgets with representative partici-Strengthening of biodiversity via a state initiative that links the topic with pation and flexibility for creative, uncomplicated solutions (2021-2025).business and technology, tourism, agriculture and fisheries (2021-2025). Deve-lopment of new financing models for restoring nature and landscape (e.g. thepro rata use of the visitor's tax or levies on landowners) (2021). Further develop-ment of the marketing of the state in line with MV's strengths (green tourism,health, coasts and moors, living landscapes) (2021).*** Establishment of so-called "Dorfwerke” (rural co-working spaces) as regio-nal, cross-generational centres of production and encounter, for the empower-ment of cooperation and the teaching of, among other things, the cultural tech-Expansion of full-time staff structures to relieve and strengthen civil society niques relating to crafts and agriculture (craftwork & “landwork”) (2021-2025).engagement/volunteering. Reduction of bureaucratic hurdles for voluntary Involvement of civil society and interest groups in shaping the countrysidework and commitment. Strengthening of sport due to its importance for the through regional "landscape councils*", which promote the ability to coopera-common good by promoting club work and sports facilities (2021-2030). te and complement the work of the newly created water management, landsca-pe and soil conservation associations (2021-2025).38 394. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.2 Fields of action 4. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.2 Fields of actionCreation of a low-cost local transport system with stable prices and thus an Creation of a future fund for developing and strengthening industry clus-increase in sustainable mobility – especially in rural areas – through an annual ters and innovation centres for a knowledge-based, sustainable economic cul-€365 ticket and free public transport tickets for children and young people ture and the fostering of cooperation between universities, non-university re-(2021-2025). search organisations and industry (2021). Further development of MV as agreen and smart industrial location so that it also becomes better known in-ternationally and hurdles to integration (e.g. recognition of foreign degrees) arelowered (2021-2025). Integration of sustainability and regionality in a digitalworld as well as the specific potentials of MV (agriculture, crafts, environmentaltechnologies, life sciences*) in economic development programmes,knowledge transfer and the fostering of young talent (2021-2025). Develop-ment of a science and technology strategy to raise the profile of the state andPreservation of existing sports facilities (including multi-purpose halls that consolidation of research along future topics (health, green energy, green techserve as exercise and cultural facilities) and playgrounds as well as making industry, artificial intelligence, smart farming*) (2021).their new construction mandatory when planning residential areas (2022-2025).Increase in people’s sense of connection to their homeland and facilitation ofout-of-season value creation through the development of joint programmes bysports clubs, educational institutions and water tourism (2021-2030).Stabilisation of the water balance through reduced drainage and increased wa-ter retention as part of a water management initiative in MV, including animage campaign on water in MV, changes in land law, the boosting of syner-gies (e.g. by linking the application of the EU Water Framework Directive withpeatland protection) and an investment campaign (2021-2025).Formation of a *** Ministry for Land, Water and Climate (“Landscape Minis-try”) (2022). Binding regulation and implementation of environmental protecti-on tasks in an *** environmental backlog (digital ticket system for tasks to becompleted, responsibilities, contact persons) (2021-2025). Conclusion of ecolo-gical target agreements by state and municipal companies (2022-2025). Deve- Implementation of a programme for consistent nature-based forest conver-lopment of permanent financing channels for soil, water and climate protecti- sion, local afforestation and agroforestry within the state forests and sup-on from state, federal and EU funds. Implementation of resource-conserving, port of such a programme on all other forested areas (2021-2025). Consolidati-sustainable coastal protection and consideration in construction and infra- on and thematic broadening of existing green bonds* (2021-2025). Establish-structure planning (2021-2025). ment and promotion of CO2-based regional currencies (2021-2030).Promotion of climate- and biodiversity-friendly agriculture and reduction ofmarket entry barriers for farms (especially cooperatives and non-profit legal en-tities) with the aim of organic farming/landscape management to increasethe area of organic farming (2021-2025). Expansion of the processing stages for Investment in education, the fostering of new talent (including promotingagriculturally produced raw materials (e.g. dairies, mills, slaughterhouses and ot- excellence and support regardless of the parents’ educational level), greaterher businesses involved in producing food and the food industry). Processing of orientation towards sustainability and the simplification of accessibility to edu-renewable raw materials (e.g. as climate-friendly building materials and natural cation (2021). Effective reduction of child poverty. Strengthening of careerfibre plastics) (2021-2030). Improvement of sales opportunities for regional, cli- paths – especially for women – in MV (2021-2030). Consolidation of socio-culturalmate-friendly and organic products by making it mandatory for public instituti- education structures and mentoring programmes, especially in the field ofons to purchase them. *** State-specific expansion of ecological and climate- *** outreach education (2021-2030).friendly agriculture, forestry and fisheries as part of vocational training(2021-2025).40 414. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.2 Fields of action 4. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.3 InstrumentsDevelopment of an ambitious peatland climate protection programme based 4.3 INSTRUMENTSon the gradual phase-out of peatland drainage by 2050 in line with the ParisClimate Agreement, linking the peatland climate protection programme withnew financing options (federal and EU funds, green bonds*, emissions trading)(2021-2025). Obligation of public institutions to compensate their CO2 emissi-ons with state-owned certificates (2021). Launch of a *** state initiative for The development of a sustainable and digital society They can achieve their maximum effect whenpeatland climate management, i.e. value creation on rewetted peatlands (pa- in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern that is geared to the combined with the above-mentioned course settings.ludiculture*, carbon farming*) (2022), which will also create sufficient adminis- common good can only succeed together and through They fill the fields of action with further, illustrativetrative capacity for converting agriculture to peatland and coastal floodplain diverse action in the spheres of politics, business and projects and make them tangible on the ground.soils (2021-2025). Development of a practical reward system for humus and civil society. In this section, we specify concrete instru-peat formation in agriculture and forestry (2021-2025). ments for this, such as topic-related professorships, We recommend employing the followingfoundations, model projects, event formats and part- instruments in the period up to 2030 (notnerships. They can be implemented immediately. listed in any particular order):Development of a mix of renewable energy sources from wind energy, bio-mass and residual materials, photovoltaics (if possible on existing buildings andon sites that are thus freed from intensive agricultural use) and green hydrogen(from renewable energies), the expansion of which takes into account the over-all ecological (CO2, landscape) and social (participation) balance (2021-2025).Establishment of a *** Hydrogen Transfer Office to advance the economic ap-plication of hydrogen as an energy store and connecting element of sectorcoupling (electricity, heat, mobility) by networking the stakeholders and acqui-ring funding from federal and EU sources in MV (2021). Greater orientation of the curricula towards living environments and the fosteringof critical thinking and creativity to prepare pupils adequately for the challenges ofthe future. Supporting of small schools/school classes, a network of “germ cellschools” and “schools of the future” as well as the creation of a nationwide Agencyfor Education for Sustainable Development (2021-2030). Development of a pro-Develop a state programme for sustainable tourism to create and reinforce gramme for national and international school cooperation on climate (climatecooperation networks, to make biodiversity more widely experienced and to rai- forests/school forests, climate bogs/school bogs), biodiversity (typical endangeredse the wage level in the tourist industry (2021-2025). Review of a conditional ba- plant and animal species), water/soil, renewable energies (including green hydro-sic income scheme for talented people in order to promote innovation (2022). gen from renewable energies), the economy (start-ups, financial participation, MVindustry knowledge) and higher education (2021-2025). Creation of an MV scholar-ship for excellent students (2021-2025).Complementing of the existing structures in rural areas – which need to be sup-Perception and promotion of landscape as well as art and culture as an eco- ported in the future, too – with outreach and mobile youth social work as so-nomic and location factor, e.g. through *** investment support for creative cio-spatial coaching (2021-2025). Holding international “digital & sustainable”industries and expansion of the guidelines in the EU Structural Fund to include summer camps for founders from all over the world (2021). Use of simple, intui-obligatory (art &) culture components (2021-2025). tive, barrier-free software (“gamification approach”) to increase participation anddigital sovereignty in the diverse society of MV (2021-2025).42 434. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.3 Instruments 4. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.3 InstrumentsEstablishment and greater support of intergenerational community centres in Creation of a chair and competence centre for organic farming in connectionsmall towns and villages (physically, e.g. by renovating and revitalising old buil- with existing institutions (2021-2025). Promotion of the ecological transition indings and unused central real estate such as railway stations; virtually, e.g. as co- land use through joint workshops and field days held by farmers and farmers’working spaces and digital “post offices”), if possible linking them with so-called associations, environmental associations, the administration and the scientific“Dorfwerke” (decentralised energy production and use), with market gardens for world (e.g. through a joint “Humus for the Field” programme) (2021-2025).self-sufficiency, village/regional shops and offers of community mobility (e-carsharing, cargo bikes) (2021-2030). *** Supporting of the “Dorfwerke” (rural co-working spaces) via – besides full-time staff and artist* residencies – a voluntarysocial/cultural/ecological year that is also open to people with an immigrationbackground along with international volunteer programmes (2021). Develop-ment of international village partnerships to foster a cosmopolitan attitudeand a sense of home (2021-2025). Establishment of a semi-governmental peatland climate protection agencyto rapidly implement peatland climate protection measures and create a net-work of local contact persons for owners, farmers and residents of peatland areas(e.g. with funding from the Energy and Climate Fund, EKF) (2021). Execution ofExpansion of the financial and structural support for art and culture creators tasks relating to peatland and watercourse restoration, water retention, land-(2022). Creation of a sustainability centre with additional mobile activities, scape and path maintenance through newly established *** water manage-especially in rural areas, with a focus on artistic and cultural education (e.g. in ment, landscape and soil maintenance associations as central service provi-the form of a federal and state academy) (2021-2030). Establishment of a state ders in rural areas. Financial strengthening of these stakeholders for publiccultural foundation or comparable contemporary funding instruments in close tasks through public funding (2021-2025). Exemplary linking of environmentalcoordination with municipal and state funding in relation to Cultural Guideli- protection, nature conservation, climate protection and coastal protectionne No. 10 (2022) after the audit results are available. along the entire coast of MV through the restoration of peatlands (2021-2025).Integration of health-promoting nature and landscape experiences (e.g. Reinforcement of nature parks and biosphere reserves as model regions orhealing forests) as well as healthy products into the programmes of health beacons for living landscapes (time archives, innovative agriculture that pro-insurance companies (e.g. by promoting self-help groups), thereby establishing motes biodiversity, tourism magnets, regional development) (2021-2030), thelong-term partnerships between health institutions, the economy and land- linking of this more strongly with land in public ownership (2021). Furtherowners (2021-2025). development of the *** state’s own carbon certificates – MoorFutures – incooperation with agriculture (MoorFutures 3.0) and preparation of the con-ception of “humus futures” (carbon storage in arable land) and “seagrassmeadow cheques” (carbon storage in the coastal sea) (2021).Trialling of the environmental backlog (digital ticket system for tasks to becompleted, responsibilities, contact persons) to fulfil environmental protection Establishment of a national platform for ecosystem services* and sustainabletasks in the form of a pilot trial carried out by the responsible ministry and business models of land, forest, moor, coast and sea (2021- 2025).state chancellery (2021). Development of e.g. a *** “Sealing Clock”, which Strengthening and further development of marketing models for sustainableshows the progressive deterioration of the environmental status similar to the products from agriculture, fisheries and hunting as well as food supplied by“Debt Clock”, as well as a “Clean Water Clock” showing the improvement of the local producers (2021-2025).environmental status (2021).44 454. WE MUST ACT - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A FUTURE PROGRAMME | 4.3 Instruments 5. WE ARE SETTING OUT – LET’S START NOW | 5.1 Transformation – thinking of the future in terms of prerequisites5.Implementation of model projects for community-oriented, decentralised WE ARE SETTINGOUTenergy supply by expanding wind, biomass, solar and hydrogen energy in linewith location and demand, with the participation of citizens’ energy cooperati-ves and rural co-working spaces (“Dorfwerke”) (2021-2025). Achievement of fastand reliable internet connection throughout the state (2021-2025). Let’s start nowSupporting of innovation in established companies and start-ups (e.g. in thefield of software development/gamification, sustainable land use, green tourismand the health industry) (2021-2025). Development of *** Cooperative CentresDigital Future (modelled on the Einstein Centre to establish 20 new professor-ships) as a joint institution of the state, science and business and the further 5.1TRANSFORMATION – THINKING OF THEexpansion of existing institutions (2021-2025). Creation of the *** “Green Angel”seal to promote sustainable tourism products from MV (2021-2025). Establish- FUTURE IN TERMS OF PREREQUISITESment of an *** International GreenTech Festival in the Baltic region (2021-2030).The future can be designed. It is created by us humans. Shaping transformation means designing infrastructu-International knowledge transfer through exchange programmes and business This is particularly true in times of great upheaval and res. Because these elements – such as railways, theand science partnerships. Digital campaign for skilled workers at home and fundamental uncertainty. When the experiences and power supply or telecommunications – create net-abroad with strong profile building and dual career/family support (2021-2025). actions of the past are no longer easily transferable, we works and provide a public service. MV is a very ruralmust build bridges together and break new ground. state with hardly any urban agglomerations, whichmeans it is heavily dependent on infrastructure. SinceThe paradigm shifts listed in section 2.2 explain the its financing is relatively expensive due to the low sett-“why”; the images of the future outlined in section 3 lement density, digitalisation represents a great oppor-give an idea of the “where to”; and the future program- tunity for this state. It enables people to be virtuallyme for MV outlined here contains the “what”. Just as networked and economic activity to be condensed.important, however, is the “how” of the path we are Promising examples of this are regional trade, educati-taking. In order for transformation to succeed, we on and tourism platforms. They promote the emergen-want and need to create the necessary conditions in ce of innovation communities across previous spatialMV. What does this entail? and institutional boundaries. The provision of high-performance mobile radio and broadband internet“down to the last milk can” is one of the most impor-tant infrastructural decisions for the future of MV.46 475. WE ARE SETTING OUT – LET’S START NOW | 5.1 Transformation – thinking of the future in terms of prerequisites 5. WE ARE SETTING OUT – LET’S START NOW | 5.1 Transformation – thinking of the future in terms of prerequisitesBecause transformation always takes place within the 1. THINKING SYSTEMICALLY: 4. THINK IN TERMS OF PATHWAYS: 6. THINKING IN TERMS OF PRINCIPLES OFframework of institutional governance, these gover- SETTING THE COURSE TRIGGERING INNOVATIONS ACTION: TAKING VALUES INTO ACCOUNTnance structures must themselves also be changed tosome extent. This concerns formal and informal institu- A specific transformation topic has to be implemented Transformation calls for action, trial and error, and creati- Transformation not only has a goal, but also describes ations, the regulatory framework, incentive systems, re- consistently, i.e. without any contradictions, or must be vity: change succeeds when people try things out locally pathway towards it. The goal and the pathway are deri-source allocation, responsibilities and budgets. Cross- able to assert itself against any (apparent) contradicti- (e.g. in model regions), learn from these things and then ved from the ideas of the future, but they are also basedsectional tasks such as digitalisation or climate pro- ons. To this end, it is necessary to first set the course so apply what they have learnt regionally. It is crucial to on normative values and attitudes. For the transformati-tection can only be performed effectively, reliably and that changes can succeed in the fields of action that are think in terms of transformation pathways so that we can on to succeed, therefore, we must disclose and discussefficiently with interdepartmental coordination and critical to the success of the transformation. Finally, one create dynamic effects. Some measures can only be ap- the accompanying principles of action and values.cooperation. This requires the adjustment of budget has to develop effective and efficient instruments that plied after other measures have been carried out. Forresponsibilities, performance measurement and incen- are suitable for achieving the transformation goals. Ho- example, innovations and learning effects can betive systems. MV can significantly accelerate the trans- wever, systems within which transformation takes place brought about, which in turn provide new measures. Allformation by firstly defining and jointly tackling the are almost never designed to change themselves. This of this demands constant reflection and a review of what 7. THINKING HOLISTICALLY:cross-cutting issues by taking a cross-departmental explains why functional systems in particular are slug- has already been achieved. GIVING MEANING TO THINGSapproach, secondly by redistributing responsibilities gish and exhibit a high degree of inertia.between the regional authorities, and thirdly becoming If we take all this into account, we can ensure thata “federal state of short official channels”. Strong muni- the transformation happens holistically, because truecipalities and regions with the capacity to act play a key 5. THINKING IN TERMS OF COOPERATION: sustainability can only exist holistically. In order to getrole here. They contribute to implementing the trans- 2. THINKING IN TERMS OF PREREQUISITES: GETTING STAKEHOLDERS INVOLVED people on board and motivate them to change, weformation in a needs-based, decentralised manner, ta- EMPOWERING PEOPLE AND INSTITUTIONS must, therefore, always talk about the goals and pur-king into account the special features of the regions. Transformation requires cooperation that is on an poses of the change processes initiated. Only a holisticThe future is not created by setting goals, but by desig- equal footing, common interests, mutual trust and cre- approach can create new contexts of meaning and jus-Because ultimately people are always the drivers and ning them. The future must, therefore, be thought of in dibility. We need cooperative structures to increase the tification and generate the necessary legitimacy forbearers of change, the most important prerequisite for terms of the prerequisites for shaping the future. We speed and acceptance of the transformation. the changes.transformation is the transfer of new competences. can expand our scope for action and design if we en-The future requires stronger technical and scientific able ourselves to change together as people and insti-qualifications as well as social, communicative, creative tutions. This, in turn, depends largely on the interplayand practical skills. It is (digital) networking that of skills, infrastructures and institutional governance.strengthens the development of productive and creativepotential and improves access to educational resour-ces. Mecklenburg-Vorpommern should establish acloud- and AI-based knowledge and competence plat- 3. THINKING IN TERMS OF INTERACTIONS:form that is visible beyond the region and avoids isola- MAKING USE OF SYNERGIESted solutions. Moreover, close coordination betweenthe courses of study and training in Mecklenburg-Vor- The future is not created by setting goals, but by desig- TEMPLATE FOR A SUCCESSFUL TRANSFORMATION:pommern and relevant industries can significantly ad- ning them. The future must, therefore, be thought of invance education and research. In this context, it makes terms of the prerequisites for shaping the future. WeTRANSFORMATION...sense to focus on sustainability professions on the ba- can expand our scope for action and design if we en-sis of innovative research and teaching. able ourselves to change together as people and insti- 1. Thinking systemically: setting the course!tutions. This, in turn, depends largely on the interplay 2. Thinking in terms of prerequisites: empowering people!Good ingredients alone, however, do not make a recipe; of skills, infrastructures and institutional governance. 3. Thinking in terms of interactions: using synergies!individual measures alone do not make a future. These requirements form 4. Thinking in terms of pathways: triggering innovations!Transformation succeeds when measures are interlinked a kind of template for the 5. Promoting and enabling cooperation: involving stakeholders!and coordinated. There are seven prerequisites for transformation processes, 6. Thinking in terms of principles of action: taking valuestransformation processes that need to be taken into i.e. the important question into account!account: of the “how” of the path we 7. Thinking holistically: giving meaning to things!are taking.48 495. WE ARE SETTING OUT – LET’S START NOW | 5.2 The way to the future – our messages 5. WE ARE SETTING OUT – LET’S START NOW | 5.2 The way to the future – our messages5.2THE WAY TO THE FUTURE– OUR MESSAGESAs the MV Future Council, we have experienced a We are also firmly convinced – and even more so aftersuccessful and exemplary form of civil society parti- this process than before – that MV can be and become Our first message as the MV Future Council is, there- Our fourth message is as follows: let’s start with thecipation in political processes: with a special culture a real ”state of the future”, a state in which the world fore, this: the future begins right now! Not just after climate-neutral transformation of the economy andof discussion, with the possibility of changing per- of tomorrow is thought about, developed and lived the election or in the next legislative period. Measures society. This entails building a sustainable economyspectives, and with diverse people and backgrounds. out together. The great opportunity for MV lies in pur- whose success lies in the future are often postponed that values the protection of natural resources in MV,The success factors were diversity, openness, and an suing this approach in a particularly consistent and au- by politicians. But the opposite is what is needed: what where they are used economically, and triggers techno-appreciative culture of discussion as well as a willing- thentic manner and with conviction. Such a path gains takes a long time must be started now. That is why we logical innovation. We can only achieve this goal if weness to cooperate. The work in the Future Council was strength as one walks down it. More and more people have deliberately formulated some of our recommen- embark on a new path. This begins by us setting overri-very exciting and challenging and enriched each one will follow it; it will inspire people in MV and attract dations for the year 2021. ding courses, for example with sustainability as a gene-of us individually. talent from all over the world. We must go down this ral norm in the political and administrative spheres (cf.path together with the courage to change and with Our second message is that change is the consequen- section 4.1).We believe that, in increasingly fragmented societies, confidence in our own strengths. But whatever we do, ce of doing things differently! If we want our futurethis form of coming together is exemplary and truly sus- we must, above all, go down it. to be different, we must start doing things differently Our fifth message is this: let’s shape the digital societytainable. For it is not always the results of political pro- now – as time is pressing. If we think of the end result to make digitalisation a source of social and economiccesses that are not accepted, but often the – in our view of transformation, we have to act more consistently progress. It is an opportunity for participation and pro-– insufficiently inclusive, appreciative or diverse pro- today. And we need a cultural change: old habits and ductivity. But the digital society is bound to prerequisitescesses themselves by which these results come about. sectoral thinking must be questioned and, in part, that must be created by setting the right course, suchdiscarded; cooperative and interdisciplinary, but also as a basic right to enjoy access to digital infrastructureexperimental structures must be established. (cf. section 4.1).Our third message is this: tackle the big issues. The Our sixth message is this: let us reinforce the idea ofmajor paradigm shifts have been known for a long the common good as being at the core of social cohe-time! We don’t know the future, but we do know that sion. Change requires solidarity and security in societythe climate and biodiversity crisis must be halted im- as well as the empowerment and self-determination ofmediately, that digitalisation must be shaped and that the individual. We require decisive decisions to makecohesion must be strengthened so that society does intergenerational equity and lifelong educational op-not break apart and democracy is preserved. And for portunities a structural mandate of political action (cf.all this, there is a broad social consensus among the section 4.1).citizens of MV and an expectation of clear frameworksfrom policy-makers. Finally, we have a seventh message, which is this: allthis will fail (!) if we do not have the political courageto design the future without delay and in a consistentmanner. The greatest risk to our future is to do nothingmore than manage the status quo. The current radicalchange in our living conditions calls for a new realistradicalism. Otherwise, the magnitude of the solutionsoffered and the magnitude of the challenges willdiverge more and more.50 515. WE ARE SETTING OUT – LET’S START NOW | 5.2 The way to the future – our messages 5. WE ARE SETTING OUT – LET’S START NOW | 5.2 The way to the future – our messagesAND THERE IS MAGIC IN E VERY B E G I N N I N GWe, the MV Future Council, have been doing our work Our future in MV is open: our most important respon-The processes of making a start and transformation in This document of departure cannot fully reflect the under the conditions of the coronavirus pandemic. sibility today is to pass on a good world with a wealthMV are to be considerably accelerated by the handing essential and certainly not the possible change. In our It will take the next months and years to overcome of opportunities to our children and grandchildren.over of this “document of departure”: the processes process, we were not able to shed comprehensive them. Questioning habits and shaping the future We have different ideas about what makes a good lifewe use to communicate and interact lead to decisions, light on all the aspects of shaping the future; our future more consciously are opportunities that this crisis and want to live together in a peaceful, free, happywhich, in turn, lead to action. Thus the MV Future programme has certainly gaps. We are convinced of brings with it. As the MV Future Council, we are sha- and tolerant society. Our society will, therefore, haveCouncil resolutely advises going through the process the recommendations that we have formulated in this ping the future now. We are entering into partner- to negotiate the future over and over again – in aof forming opinions on our recommendations with document and they must be supplemented by further ships, questioning the past and exploring new, un- democratic, pluralistic, tolerant and cooperative way.candidness and in line with the principles of holism, course-setting, fields of action and instruments. trodden paths. We invite politicians, political parties,interconnectedness and collective intelligence. Only the administration and society to set out with us anda new holistic point of view can bring about holistic Transformation does not always mean reinventing the shape this change together!transformation: for example, an interdepartmental wheel. Existing initiatives and model projects shouldinitiative group of the state government could be for- be consolidated. Preserving the tried and tested is We would like to see a culture of curiosity and courage.med and work together with representatives from civil also an important social transformation competence. Designing the future will only succeed if there is nosociety, business and academia to complement, con- fear of change, but rather a desire for the creative andcretise and carry out our and complementary propo- participatory shaping of our world for the better. If wesals – multiperspectivity creates courage. undertake nothing, we will end up with omissions.52 53MEMBERS OF THE MV FUTURE COUNCIL MEMBERS OF THE MV FUTURE COUNCILMEMBERS OF THE MVFUTURE COUNCILAll Council members have worked together on this document of departure and are committed to its basicorientation and core statements.Alabali-Radovan, Reem Allmendinger, Prof. Dr. Jutta | Austenat-Wied, Manon Berghöfer, Dr. Uta Brandt, Dr. Elke Clausohm, Katharina Crone, Theresia Dietsche, Dr. Uwe Drescher, Anne Eichhorn, Felix| Schwerin | Berlin | Schwerin | Basedow | Dabel | Neverin | Schwerin | Schwerin | Schwerin | RostockEnderlein, Katja Gundlach, Jenny Gulden, Prof. Dr. Johannes Günter, Prof. Dr. Sibylle Hausmann, Dörthe Heilmann, Stefan C. Hofmann, Sibylle Holze, Jan Horst, Martin Joost, Prof. Dr. Gesche| Greifswald | Heringsdorf, Usedom | Stralsund | Greifswald | Rostock | Berlin | Schwerin (Rampe) | Neustrelitz | Neubrandenburg | BerlinKlingohr, Jörg Kohlmann, Silvia Krönert, Andrea Kropf, General a.D. Gerd Kunz, Friedemann Lehmann, Dietrich Lietz, Frauke Linke, Christoph Lunau, Dr. Mirko Marien, Robert| Golchen | Rostock | Rostock | Schwerin | Marlow | Torgelow | Rostock | Neubrandenburg | Cambs-Ahrensboek | RostockMartens, Prof. Dr. Alke Methling, Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Muno, Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Nicolai, Tino Porath, Prof. Dr. Jane Possin, Udo Schmitz, Prof. Dr. Klaus-Peter Schröter, Martin Sehmsdorf, Henriette Succow, Prof. Dr. Michael| Rostock | Rostock | Rostock | Greifswald | Schwerin | Greifswald | Rostock | Wolgast | Sundhagen | GreifswaldTanneberger, Dr. Franziska Vöpel, Prof. Dr. Henning Wahl-Multerer, Gabriele Wank, Peter Weber, Prof. Dr. Johanna Willisch, Andreas Wißotzki, Prof. Dr. Matthias Wollenberg, Dörte Zscheile, Kristin Moderation| Greifswald | Hamburg | Penzlin | Kühlungsborn | Greifswald | Bollewick | Wismar | Basedow | Basedow54 55APPENDIX 1: FURTHER IDEAS AND IMPULSES FROM THE MV FUTURE COUNCIL - A COLLECTION APPENDIX 1: FURTHER IDEAS AND IMPULSES FROM THE MV FUTURE COUNCIL - A COLLECTIONAPPENDIX 1:Further ideas and stimulifrom the MV Future Council– a collectionIn the MV Council for the Future, we entered into an in- Programme, especially ideas on specific instruments.tensive exchange of ideas in the form of “idea sprints” What follows is a compilation of further ideas and sti-in order to abstract, from concrete action, the course muli that invite inspiration and are worthy of being putsettings, fields of action and instruments (cf. section 4) into action.and to reflect on them. Not all of the ideas could be in-cluded in the Future1. 6. 12. 18.Integration of the topics of water and soil into the (School) Sponsorships for animals and plants in (mobile) Culture moves out into the countrysi- Interactive lighthouse maps: sustainabilitycurricula of all educational courses and types of school MV: every pupil, for life de, e.g. village cinema, theatre, choir... professionals centres (full-time) as a creator, a place of informationwith toolkits for soil sensors (Sensebox, Calliope, and amateurs working together and encounter, the “steering” of decentralised/part-7.Raspberry, ...): participatory development of (teaching) Social participation process on the forest, culture time activities (e.g. Greifswald Sustainability Strategy:13.materials with soil and water “explorers” in M of public speaking (environmental education/method Make history interesting for young people to Green Office)of landscape communication): e.g. with planting days create a sense of identification (disseminated via social2. 19.Water excursions: (extra-)curricular educational fa- or hedges along the edges of forests and roadsides media) Mobile educational offers with cooperative part-cilities, universities, citizens, etc. use the excursions to, nerships in all regions, e.g. mobile bus for experiments8. 14.for example, make impacts on soil tangible or to “expe- Public woodland as a model for sustainable ma- Knowledge transfer between villages of the to make the consequences of climate change visiblerience water live” nagement: create good models and examples to help same climate zone20.the forest adapt to climate change // Vision: every com- Development of certain regional schools3. 15.School gardens: they should be developed as mo- munity has its own natural forest! Time for encounters in the villages, e.g. a village towards schools with integrated apprenticeshipsdel areas for sustainable gardening in order to experi- day when new and long-time residents come together9. 21.ence soil and water together/in the cycle Regular exchange forums to promote cooperation // Democratic voting in the village on what is being car- Integration of a new “school subject”/projectlocally: cross-departmental design topics; participants ried out weeks/extracurricular projects on sustainable living4.Challenge SDG Goal 6 Clean Water for MV: e.g. drin- can be tourism experts, farmers, health managers, cul- to create awareness of the issue at an early age.16.king fountains in public buildings, higher water taps, in- ture creators, etc. Virtual international student partnerships to22.fographic on virtual water supplemented by facts on soil, foster changes of perspective, value assessments, Build the “Green MV” brand and market it natio-10.representation (instruments) of how much soil and water Promotional award “Filling Spaces” People un- values, etc.. nally and internationallyis consumed comparable to 2,000 m2 of arable land der 30 years of age can submit concepts for vacant spa-17. 23.ces or empty rooms individually or in groups; the prize Platform as an educational system: what is home, University develops transparent MV-specific5.Website/app with sustainable destinations: = the actual implementation of their concept what is home in the digital world – nationwide dialo- guidelines or principles for creating sustainablee.g. nature parks, farms, etc. to get to know one’s own gue on an open platform – also in the sense of lifelong products & services11.environment as well as for tourists Neighbourhood portals with a voting tool and a learning (cross-generational)24.bid/search function. Forum can encourage participation Set up sustainable co-working spaces in nature56 57APPENDIX 2: FOOTNOTES APPENDIX 2: FOOTNOTESAPPENDIX 2:FootnotesCARBON FARMING | SMART FARMING: and emit no or far fewer greenhouse gases than today. INNOVATION HUBS: REGIONAL RESILIENCE:The goal is to achieve a carbon-free or carbon-neutralCarbon farming refers to a form of climate-friendly land society in which the remaining CO2 emissions are off- Innovation hubs are shared, outsourced offices of one This means, above all, the ability (of a region) to active-use that leads to carbon enrichment in soils through set by natural growth and carbon-binding processes in or more companies, with no permanent workplaces, ly face crises and to learn from them in order to copehumus build-up, peat formation or biochar. Smart far- forests, soils and waters. with a mix of new and existing locations, mixed teams with future challenges. Its central means are solution-ming describes the application of modern information of employees and the aim of developing innovative oriented goals, the taking of responsibility, strong net-and communication technologies in agriculture, e.g. ideas in a short space of time and transferring them working, optimism and the shaping of the future.through automated workflows in administration and into projects and company processes.data processing or through the use of sensors, machine ECOSYSTEM SERVICES:learning, field robots or unmanned vehicles.Ecosystem services are understood to be a variety of SMART VILLAGES:goods and services provided by nature that form or LIFE SCIENCES:create the basis for human well-being, e.g. drinking Smart villages are characterised by participative, most-CITIZENS’ COUNCILS | LANDSCAPE COUNCILS: water, food, fuels, medicines, the pollination services Life sciences (also known as “biosciences”) primarily ly technological and IT-based, solution models for localof insects, protection against floods and soil erosion as comprise fields of research that investigate the proces- challenges, e.g. in the areas of energy, mobility, healthCitizens’ Councils/Landscape Councils: well as climate regulation or carbon storage, especially ses or structures of living organisms. Examples are bio- care or food production and marketing.participatory structures in which not only the “usual in forests, soils and waters. Biological diversity is an im- logy, medicine, biomedicine, pharmacy, biochemistry,suspects” talk to each other, but representatives of di- portant basis for the resilience and adaptability of eco- molecular biology, biophysics, bioinformatics, humanverse social sectors, either by random selection or as systems. The protection of ecosystems also safeguards biology, agricultural technology, nutritional sciences,representatively as possible. The aim is to achieve their “services” for humans. Conversely, their destructi- food research and biodiversity research. START-UP LANDSCAPE:greater transparency and acceptance of processes as on leads to the elimination of these services or, if at allwell as jointly reached decisions and joint responsibili- possible, to the necessity of the cost-intensive techno- Here, the term refers to young, not-yet-establishedty for the results. logical reproduction of these services by humans. companies with an innovative business idea and littlePALUDICULTURE: start-up capital, with a great need for highly qualifiedspecialists and external financiers.Paludiculture refers to the use of wet raised bogs andDECARBONISATION: GREEN BONDS: fens for agricultural and forestry. Examples include theuse of reeds for thatched roofs, of reed beds for newDecarbonisation means reducing CO2 emissions, parti- The purpose of green bonds is to make visible and put building materials or of peat mosses as a substitutecularly in the energy sector and through sustainable a value on a certain performance of an ecosystem, e.g. for peat in horticulture, or the use of fen biomass forland use. Fossil energy sources such as coal, oil and na- its ability to bind carbon. The sale of green bonds can, energy (heat).tural gas are replaced by renewable energy sources. for example, finance the reforestation of forests (in MV:Sustainable land use ensures that soils store carbon “Forest Share”) or the rewetting of peatlands (in MV:MoorFutures) and so compensate in part for greenhou-se gas emissions.58 59IMPRINTPublished by theMV FUTURE COUNCIL at theState Chancellery of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern,represented by the Chairpersons Dr Franziska Tannebergerand Prof. Dr Henning VöpelIdea, conception, process support:Office of the MV Future Council in the State Chancellery ofMV, Dept. 310Jörn Mothes, Henrik Manthey, Lydia Lauer, Juliane Möller,Lukas StrohModeration, conception:„fint.e.V. – Gemeinsam Wandel gestalten“Veronika Busch and Ernestine Feustel-LiessIllustration, layout, editing:Andrea Köster, Julia Kausch, Eva MahnkeThe copyrights of the illustrations and icons shown areheld by the author Andrea Köster. The rights of use aregranted exclusively for this brochure, in digital and printedform, and for the direct promotion of this project.Reproduction, as well as the use of the illustrations orparts of the illustrations, outside of the present project isprohibited. Use by third parties, as well as the use of the il-lustrations and icons, independent of the present project,is only permitted with the consent of the author.Contact for enquiries and feedback:Tel: 0385-58810312E-Mail: mv-zukunftsrat@stk.mv-regierung.deThe MV Future Council is a buildingblock of the MV Future Strategy.The website of the online participation in the MV FutureStrategy as well as materials from the work of the MVFuture Council can be found at the following link:https://mv2030.mitdenken.online/beteiligungSchwerin, March 2021The climate neutrality of the print is guaranteed bythe support of the project "Togo plus - Natural forestpromotion".