The MVV Stiftung Zukunft, a tax-exempt civil-law foundation based at Luisenring 49 in Mannheim, Germany, emerged from the 150th anniversary of MVV Energie AG in 2023. It deploys its endowment to back projects advancing public welfare through energy transformation, operating both directly via scholarships, awards, and events, and by funding third-party initiatives from EU citizens or nonprofits—excluding MVV staff or affiliates.
Its core aims span environmental protection like climate and nature conservation, scientific research on energy challenges, education for sustainability awareness, cultural projects addressing energy themes, and bolstering democratic participation amid the energy shift. Funding starts at 5,000 euros per project, prioritizing innovative efforts with multiplier effects and applicant contributions.
Recent activities include a three-part event series with ZEW Mannheim scrutinizing the energy transition, support for the TER.RA Puzzle project at Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences on education and sustainability, and focus areas like societal acceptance of renewables alongside win-win solutions—such as biodiversity-friendly energy expansion and efficient social housing retrofits. The foundation maintains a small team led by a board of energy experts, handling content, events, and outreach.