Germany's Think Tank Landscape Booms to Over 200 Institutions
Germany, a powerhouse in academia and politics, has seen a remarkable growth in its think tank landscape. The Kiel Institute of World Economics, established around 1914, was the first of its kind in the country. Today, Berlin serves as an international hub for these institutions, with over 200 think tanks calling Germany home.
The evolution of German think tanks can be traced back to the post-World War II era. From the 1960s, public-policy research institutes began to flourish in West Germany. These institutions have always prided themselves on their adherence to 'Wissenschaftlichkeit', ensuring their research is sound, disinterested, and scholarly.
The 21st century has brought a new vibrancy to the German think tank scene. Many institutes now assume more proactive communicative roles, engaging with the public and influencing policy. This shift is evident in the work of think tanks like the Giordano Bruno Stiftung, which promotes humanism and enlightenment, and the Zentrum Liberale Moderne, funded by the federal budget and state subsidies.
Germany's think tank sector is now the fourth or fifth largest in the world. Influential think tanks operate under public sector guidelines or receive funding from the public purse. A unique feature of the German scene is the 'parteinahe Stiftungen', political foundations funded by the state based on party electoral wins.
From the Kiel Institute's inception to the current vibrant scene, Germany's think tank landscape has significantly grown in number, status, and public visibility. Today, it is home to influential think tanks focusing on various fields, including climate, environment, and sustainability. As Germany continues to shape global policies, its think tanks play a crucial role in driving informed decision-making.
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