The goal of the SCOTTY-initiative is to provide a broad portfolio of different efficacious options to control harmful organisms. To achieve this goal, ⁠UBA⁠ is:

• researching and funding research to support innovative practices for the management of harmful organisms. Amongst others, this includes the development of efficacy testing guidelines for non-chemical alternatives and their application as well as research for a sustainable use of biocides.
• a hub for national and international stakeholders wanting to discuss questions on the sustainable control of harmful organisms.
• connecting different stakeholders involved in this topic. Academia, professional pest controllers and their customers, chemical and non-chemical industry and public authorities are all called for to achieve a sustainable control.
• reaching out to communicate the results to all relevant stakeholders and the general public.

Further information on projects and measures towards a sustainable management of harmful organisms can be found on the subpages.