Expert Insights
Eight reporting partners closely observed the discussions at European Forum Alpbach 2025. Their mission was to analyse key topics in democracy, climate, security, and economics and capture critical insights.
The European Forum Alpbach asked itself one central question: How could we capture the valuable insights from our yearly main event so they can continue to resonate throughout the year? The answer came from four leading European think tanks who captured key insights at the European Forum Alpbach 2024 and developed them further, providing the foundation for both our EFA365 debates and this year’s Forum.
For the second time, the European Forum Alpbach invited eight leading think tanks to join the EFA25. Four of them were part of the Europe in the World Days module, and four were engaged in the Austria in Europe Days.
Our reporting partners followed the discussions at the European Forum Alpbach 2025, identifying the core themes and ideas. Their insights will serve as a foundation for the debates at the European Forum Alpbach 2026.
Find out who has joined EFA25 as a Reporting Partner:
Finance and Economy
Bruegel
Based in Brussels, Bruegel is one of Europe’s leading think tanks on economic policy. Independent and research-driven, it offers fact-based analysis.
Austrian Institute of Economic Research (WIFO)
WIFO is Austria’s foremost centre for applied economic research. It provides analysis of national, European, and global economic developments, offering insights that guide decision-makers in government, public and international organisations.
Climate
International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)
The International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) conducts policy-oriented research on global challenges. Based in Austria, it focuses on climate change, energy security, population aging, and sustainable development. IIASA provides scientific insights for evidence-based policymaking worldwide.
KONTEXT-Institut für Klimafragen
KONTEXT is an Austrian think tank focused on climate and energy policy and their societal implications. Bridging research, politics, and practice, it contributes to debates on the social and economic dimensions of climate action.
Democracy
Hertie School
An international university in Berlin, the Hertie School specialises in governance, democracy, and public policy. Combining research, teaching, and policy advice, it fosters dialogue between academia, politics, and civil society while shaping the next generation of leaders.
European University Institute (EUI)
Located in Florence, the EUI brings together an international scholarly community focused on European economics, history, law, political and social sciences, and beyond. Renowned for postgraduate teaching and research, the Institute is a hub of excellence in the social sciences and humanities.
Security
Stiftung für Wissenschaft und Politik (SWP)
SWP, based in Berlin, is Europe’s largest think tank on foreign and security policy. As an independent scientific institution, it provides the German parliament and government with in-depth analysis of global security challenges.
The report will be published shortly.
Austrian Institute for European and Security Policy (AIES)
AIES focuses on European and international security, defence and foreign policy. Through research, analysis, and advice, it connects academia, policymakers, and the wider public, contributing to understanding and dialogue on geopolitical developments.
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