Institut für Lebensmittel

The Institute for Food and Environmental Research e.V. (ILU) is a non-profit research institution dedicated to safeguarding the environment and promoting resource conservation. Based in Bad Belzig, Nuthetal, and Potsdam, ILU employs a diverse team of permanent staff, including food technologists, chemists, biologists, and microbiologists, who are experts in biotechnology, food, and environmental research. The institute aims to offer marketable problem-solving solutions, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises in the food industry, helping to bolster their innovation and competitiveness.

ILU boasts state-of-the-art laboratories and pilot plants equipped for technological application research, alongside high-performance testing facilities. Their commitment extends to contract research and services for domestic and international research institutions and companies. Additionally, ILU is actively engaged in pressing topics such as environmental technology, climate protection, and the food revolution, exemplifying their role in advancing sustainable practices. The institute consistently seeks to find practical solutions that benefit both businesses and the environment.