Sustainability at the University of Mannheim

Transforming the economy and society sustainably is one of the pressing global challenges of our time. Climate change, human rights violations and scarcer resources are just some aspects of this problem. The University of Mannheim, which has a profile characterized by the economic and social sciences, sees it as its task to help overcome this challenge. Our research and teaching can make powerful contributions. In addition, we also rely on research findings in our own actions and thus strive to be a pioneer in implementing innovative measures.

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We are guided by research findings in making our own processes more sustainable. The effectiveness of the measures taken is the main focus. This is how we combine research and practice.

Dr. Katrin Schoppa-Bauer, Executive Vice President, and Professor Moritz Fleischmann, Vice President for Sustainability and International Affairsn

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Sustainability Award from the Mannheim Business Development

The Department of Economic and Structural Development will award 500 euros to one Bachelor's and one Master's or admission thesis that deals with the topic of sustainability. The submission deadline is 31 July 2026.

Außenansicht des Mannheimer Schloss. Davor Bäume auf einer Wiese und zwei wehende Universitätsflaggen.

Credit: Katrin Glückler

New Funding Program: “Equal Opportunity Initiatives”

With the new funding program “Initiatives in Equal Opportunity,” the Office of the Equal Opportunity Commissioners at the University of Mannheim now supports activities and projects by academic and non-academic staff that advance gender equality.

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New Website Brings Together Mobility Options

On the new website “Getting Around in Mannheim by Tram, Bus, and Bike” visitors can learn more about the various transportation options available in Mannheim.

Yasmin Kuhlmann trägt ein weißes Shirt und einen schwarzen Blazer.

Credit: Joseline Weinberg

Launch of Campaign “Women in Research – Success Stories @UniMA”

On the occasion of International Women’s Day on 8 March, the university’s central equal opportunity commissioners—Professor Karin Hoisl and Christiane Koch—have launched the campaign “Women in Research – Success Stories @UniMA” on LinkedIn. The posts included focus on successful female researchers ...

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Tim Neubauer. Er lehnt locker an einem Baum und lacht, dabei trägt er einen schwarzen Pullover.

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I will make a difference by reducing single-use plastics at student parties to reduce, inter alia, ocean pollution.

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Tim Neubauer

Student, M.Ed. German and History

Lara Reimer. Sie lächelt freundlich, trägt eine weiße Bluse und offenes Haar.

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I will make a difference by designing a bee-friendly garden with bee hotels and local plants.

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Lara Reimer

Consultant Sustainability Management

Prof. Dr. Thomas Puhl. Er lächelt freundlich, trägt eine Brille und ein dunkelblaues Jackett.

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I will make a difference by avoiding air travel in my spare time.

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Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Thomas Puhl

Former President (2018–2024)

María Jesús Collado. Sie lehnt freundlich dreinblickend an einem Baum. Sie trägt einen dunkelblauen Anzug.

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I will make a difference by organizing the certificate program “Studium Oecologicum” to teach students about sustainability.

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María Jesús Collado

Director Studium Generale

Creating a sustainable economy and society is an urgent challenge for us all. In the “#SustainableUniMA – I will make a difference by ...” campaign, members of the University of Mannheim are facing this challenge and provide an answer in the form of a personal statement.

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