South Tyrol holds a large variety of natural resources, that can be used for ones well-being. Health is on its way to become one of the most important global economic drivers. As a contrary-trend to globalisation, the society is starting to long for authentic products and values. This is why it is important to examine the potential of alpine resources and how the added value of local companies can be increased in the health & wellness sector, or how South Tyrols' unique selling points can be improved in this area. The respective study on health & wellness looks at the extent of availability and economic usage of natural resources for health purposes, as well as at the question whether the creation of a Wellness & Health cluster at the TIS innovation park makes sense and is requested by the companies.