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The BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt unites economic innovators, political decision-makers, leading scientists, and representatives of civil society in a global network.

13/03/2026

Philanthropy can go beyond traditional grantmaking and become a dynamic driver of innovation.

Despite regulatory hurdles, foundations should explore venture capital investments to support early-stage innovation that advances their mission and drives societal progress. Together with partners including Bayer Foundation, Joachim Herz Stiftung, Max-Planck-Förderstiftung and Volkswagen Stiftung, the BMW Foundation is helping pioneer new models of venture capital investing for foundations.

To move the debate forward, we recently published a white paper with concrete recommendations. We were glad to advance this conversation at two high-level events earlier this month:

On March 4, our board member Heike Schneeweis presented the white paper at a roundtable hosted by the Bavarian State Ministry for Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy in Munich.

On March 5, our board member Heba Aguib met with leaders from European foundations and the European Investment Bank (EIB) in Brussels. There was strong alignment that Europe needs greater pan-European coordination to strengthen its innovation ecosystem. We are excited to have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the EIB to explore closer collaboration.

👉 Read the BMW Foundation White Paper (link in bio)

We look forward to continuing this work together with our partners!

Our sincere thanks to the European Investment Bank, the Bavarian State Ministry for Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, and Helmut Schönenberger () for the initiative and constructive dialogue.

03/03/2026

What do we need to leave behind to make room for what comes next?

At today’s edition of our lunch talk series “Zukunft & Zeitgeist,” we explored this question from two powerful perspectives: politics and art.
The differences were striking, the common ground even more so. One shared conviction stood out: Imagination is not a luxury. It is a necessity. Especially in times of uncertainty.

At the BMW Foundation Berlin office, we welcomed Rita Schwarzelühr-Sutter (SPD), Member of the German Bundestag and Parliamentary State Secretary, and artist Julius von Bismarck. Under the title “A Changing World: A Dialogue Between Art and Politics on Paths to the Future,” they discussed how we open space for new thinking, new responsibilities, and new possibilities - especially when it comes to the impact of AI and the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy. The conversation was moderated by Elke Buhr, Editor-in-Chief of Monopol magazine.

Rita Schwarzelühr-Sutter has been a member of the German Bundestag since 2005. As Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Climate Protection, and Nuclear Safety, she advances sustainable development and international environmental protection.

Julius von Bismarck is one of the most prominent artists of his generation. A master student of Ólafur Elíasson at the Berlin University of the Arts, he brings together art, science, and technology. His work explores perception, natural phenomena, and the relationship between humans and the environment.

A heartfelt thank you to our inspiring panelists and to an engaged, thoughtful audience.

Stay tuned for our interview with Julius von Bismarck!

25/02/2026

The Energy Security Hub 2026 Executive Summary is now available!

At this year’s Munich Security Conference (), where global leaders debated whether the international order is broken, bruised, or bolstered, one message was clear: Energy security is no longer a sector issue. It is a strategic business and policy priority.

As an official partner of the MSC, we convened 750 international leaders from business, policy, science, and civil society to address competitiveness, resilience, and industrial leadership.

Among them:
🔹Katharina Reiche, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Energy
🔹Tore O. Sandvik, Norwegian Minister of Defense
🔹Dan Jørgensen, European Commissioner for Energy
🔹Jessika Roswall, EU Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy.
🔹Markus Kamieth, CEO of BASF
🔹Carsten Knobel, CEO of Henkel
🔹Maria Leptin, President of the European Research Council (ERC)
🔹Fiona Murray, MIT Sloan and NATO Innovation Fund

Together, they explored how Europe can secure affordable energy, strengthen supply chains, and future-proof society in an increasingly fragmented world.

The executive summary captures the key insights and strategic implications for leaders and experts navigating this new landscape.

Read the full report here 👉 https://bit.ly/ESH26Report

19/02/2026

We can’t stop thinking about how amazing this year's Energy Security Hub at the was.

From eye-opening sessions and inspiring speakers to thoughtful audience questions, everyone who joined the conversation on our livestream, and our valued partners whose collaboration made this possible – thank you for making all three days so special ❤️

We’re already looking forward to doing it all again. Until then, enjoy our Energy Security Hub 2026 recap video 📽️

16/02/2026

During the leaders from across sectors explored how Europe can secure its energy future and place in the world amid rapidly changing geopolitics 🌐

These are our key takeaways from across all three days. Let us know what stood out to you in the comments below ✍️

🔑 Energy Security Hub key takeaways:

1️⃣ Securing Europe’s Prosperity for Future Generations: Europe's future prosperity depends on meeting rising energy demand while lowering costs, protecting critical infrastructure, and securing access to critical raw materials and strategic technologies. Energy security and competitiveness now go hand in hand.

2️⃣ Joint Strategies for a United European Powerhouse: Europe has top universities, research institutions, innovative firms, and deep capital markets. But it lacks alignment. To stay competitive, Europe must scale cleantech quickly and set clear rules for breakthrough tech like AI and fusion. Unity across member states is key.

3️⃣ Leveraging All Technologies to Achieve Net Zero: Net zero must go hand in hand with a strong industrial base. Europe needs a diversified energy plan that accelerates the transition while keeping power stable and affordable. Renewables must be backed by firm, flexible capacity – and until grids are integrated, remain tech‑open (incl. SMRs).

14/02/2026

What a way to conclude the Energy Security Hub 🚀

From AI to the Arctic, Day 3 brought some of the world’s most pressing issues to the table, with speakers delivering top-level insights session after session.

We’re overwhelmed by the incredible level of debate and discussion throughout today and across the entire Energy Security Hub, and we want to thank everyone who joined us along the way.

We’ll be sharing more reflections soon, but until then, enjoy our key takeaways from Day 3 as a little food for thought.

🔑 Day 3's key takeaways:

1️⃣ New partners with clear vision: India, Egypt, and the Middle East are important partners for Europe's economic stability and energy security, but they expect fair partnerships on equal terms and market access.

2️⃣ Many European security interests will be decided in the Arctic: It is the area where essential undersea cables for the EU's energy and gas supply run. And it is important to protect Greenland, its population, and its resources from attacks on its sovereignty.

3️⃣ Investments in public infrastructure create security: Energy supply, schools, and a functioning healthcare system are essential for safe communities, that's the foundation for growth.

14/02/2026

A full house cheered, laughed, and roared as an intellectual joust unfolded on stage.

We’re thrilled The New York Times brought "Debatable" to the Energy Security Hub with the motion: Is Democracy too Slow for the AI Race?

Stephen Dunbar-Johnson, President, International, The New York Times, kicked things off before passing the mic to Katrin Bennhold, host of "The World," to guide the audience through the fantastic session.

Like true top debaters, the teams not only argued for and against the motion but also questioned its very framework. If it’s a race, what is the finish line? What do you win? The room filled with laughter and applause as the debate heated up.

In the end, democracy won as the audience crowned the team arguing against the motion the winner.

Thank you to the New York Times for bringing your highly engaging debate to the BMW Foundation Pavilion and everyone who participated! This was one for the history books 📚

Against the Motion:
🔹 Arancha Gonzalez Laya, Dean of the Paris School of International Affairs (PSIA), Sciences Po, and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Spain
🔹 Andrew Perry, Director, Energy Transition & Environment, Faculty AI
🔹 Claudia Plattner, President, German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI)

For the Motion:
🔹 Dmitri Alperovitch, Co-Founder and Chairman, Silverado Policy Accelerator
🔹 Dr. Parag Khanna, Founder and CEO of AlphaGeo
🔹 Wendy Chang, Senior Analyst, Mercator Institute for China Studies

The jury:
🔹 Meredith Whittaker, President, Signal Foundation
🔹 Kevin Casas-Zamora, Secretary-General of International IDEA; former Second Vice President of Costa Rica
🔹 Thomas Rid, Professor of Strategic Studies and Founding Director, Alperovitch Institute for Cybersecurity Studies, Johns Hopkins University SAIS

14/02/2026

Join us for the Energy Security Hub's closing session ✨

At 14:30, Alexander De Croo, Administrator of the UNDP and former Prime Minister of Belgium, takes the stage to focus on the strategic necessity of multilateralism.
You don’t want to miss it!

If you’re MSC-accredited, come by the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt Pavilion. We’re just a few steps away from Hotel Bayerischer Hof.

Or join us from our livestream from anywhere: https://events.bmw-foundation.org/livestream-energy-security-hub-2026

Munich Security Conference

14/02/2026

"The White House posted a Valentine's Day card. But in the middle of the heart, there is a map of Greenland — crazy," said Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of the Arctic Circle; former President of Iceland.

An eye-opening panel this morning at the Energy Security Hub, moderated by Ali Aslan, unpacked what the Arctic’s rapidly changing landscape means for Greenland, energy supply, and natural resources.

Grímsson was joined on stage by Tore O. Sandvik, Minister of Defence, Norway, and Leif Johan Sevland, CEO, ONS, who gave the keynote.

The messages were clear:
1) The battle over the Arctic has only just begun.
2) Securing energy infrastructure and protecting Greenland must be a high priority for Europe.

“Europe must not make the mistake of underestimating the size, importance, and complexity of the Arctic,” noted Sevland.

Sandvik added, "We are closely monitoring Russian submarine activity near our undersea cables for energy and the internet. And we are keeping track of every move."

📺 Join the Energy Security Hub livestream, sessions run until 15:00 https://events.bmw-foundation.org/livestream-energy-security-hub-2026

Munich Security Conference

14/02/2026

“Europe is still sleeping very comfortably on a soft pillow.” Day 3 at the Energy Security Hub started with a clear wake-up call by Narendra Taneja, President of the World Energy Policy Summit.

A rising cohort of geopolitically influential states is translating great power competition into strategic leverage over energy, technology, and critical supply chains. To not be knocked out of this competition, Germany needs to catch up.

We’ve got nothing short of an action-packed program for our final day at the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt Pavilion. So grab a coffee and find a comfortable seat, because these are just some of the many highlights to look forward to!

🔹 At 10:15, catch a panel on energy security and the Arctic featuring Lisa Murkowski, U.S. Senator for Alaska, and European leaders.

🔹 Enjoy a riveting debate at 13:30 hosted in cooperation with The New York Times on whether democracy can keep up with AI.

🔹 Hear Alexander De Croo, Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP); former Prime Minister of Belgium, share his thoughts on the importance of multilateralism for global stability at 14:30.

Join us on our livestream — sessions run until 15:00: https://events.bmw-foundation.org/livestream-energy-security-hub-2026

Munich Security Conference

13/02/2026

At Day 2 of the Energy Security Hub, we looked into Europe’s energy future from all angles — not only looking at the question of supply, but also sovereignty, public trust, and industrial strength.

🔑 These are today's key takeaways

1️⃣ Europe Should Shift its Focus: Instead of constantly waiting to see what the US will do next, Europe should pursue its own goals and forge new partnerships to achieve them.

2️⃣ Public Support for Energy Transition Remains Fragile: Politicians have a duty to protect people from the consequences of the climate crisis. But at the same time, there is a risk of losing their trust if they can no longer afford their daily lives.

3️⃣ The Industry needs fair Competition Conditions: High energy prices, lengthy approval procedures, and a lack of planning security are costing market share and jobs.

The conversation continues tomorrow! Join us from 8:00-15:00 for the final day of the 2026 Energy Security Hub during the Munich Security Conference.

📺 Livestream: https://events.bmw-foundation.org/livestream-energy-security-hub-2026

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