The climate is changing and the consequences are devastating. In some parts of the world, we can now even speak of a climate emergency. It is becoming increasingly clear that technological solutions alone cannot turn the tide. Our own scientists have also been sounding the alarm on this subject for some time. Sustainability is therefore woven into our education, research and business operations.
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Biodiversity
What is biodiversity and why is it important?
Drought and groundwater
How can we better prepare for drought and water shortage?
Energy transition
How do we transition to renewable energy sources such as solar, wind and geothermal energy?
Fake news, facts, filter bubble
What if we are guided by inaccurate or one-sided information?
High tide and sea level rise
How do we prevent flooding and keep our feet dry?
Climate change
How can we deal with humanity's greatest challenge?
Circular agriculture
How can we produce food without harming the environment?
Air quality
How does air quality affect public health and the environment?
Plastic
Can we come up with sustainable alternatives to plastic?
Rashmi Sasidharan
is committed to food security
Erik van Sebille
wants to preserve a healthy ocean
Ulrike Gehring
examines effects of air pollution
Peter Kuipers Munneke
measures melting of polar caps
In-depth stories
Rising above water
To what extent can natural solutions help us keep up with rising sea levels?
Disinformation business
How do we fight disinformation about climate change?
Energy of the future
What changes are needed in order to generate and use new energy?
A circular and sustainable economy
How do we ensure that our circular solutions are also sustainable?
Events
| 11 May | Climate change and the legitimacy, presented by Institutions for Open Societies platform Futures of Democracy |
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| 15 May | Second deep democracy session on collaboration with fossil industry |
| 25 and 26 May | Conference: Green Crimes and Ecojustice |
| 28-30 June | LANDac Annual Conference 2023: Fair Transitions and the Politics of Land |
Sustainability in education, research and operations
The Sustainability Office works with researchers, staff, faculties, facility services and the real estate department to make Utrecht University more sustainable.