UFZ 168d ago

The Planetary Boundary of Novel Entities comprises chemical and plastic pollution as well as genetically modified life forms; partly the human activity-derived mobilization of natural elements is also considered. This complexity makes the Novel Entities boundary challenging to evaluate. Twenty international experts met at the UFZ 24 to 26 of November 2025 to discuss how to develop it further. They identified key needs regarding (1) redefining control variables and clarifying the concept of an “acceptable risk space” for Novel Entities, (2) strengthening governance frameworks for Novel Entities, (3) improved monitoring of Novel Entities as well as (4) related communication towards policy-makers and the public. In the film, some of these experts share their expectations, impressions and main take-aways. Video: www.bastian-worrmann.de More Information: www.ufz.de/cite/planetarysolutions Music: All out of Love - Instrumental version, created by Katrina Stone / Pro License Number: 024485 / License owner: Bastian Worrmann / Certificate from 8 Dec 2025