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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Personen sammeln Müll auf einem Hof ein.

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Cleanup Event at the University of Mannheim

As part of the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region (MRN) Volunteer Days, a cleanup event around the Mannheim Schloss is planned again this year. The community cleanup will take place on 16 September.

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Women's quotas boost work engagement – if employees are aware of them

Women’s quotas can have an impact beyond simply ensuring a more balanced distribution of leadership positions. A study by researchers at the University of Mannheim and the Rotterdam School of Management shows that they can also boost employee engagement—but only if employees are aware of the ...

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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.

Drei Studentinnen sitzen auf einer Wiese auf dem Campus.

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New Website: “Sustainability at Mannheim Business School”

On the new website “Sustainability at Mannheim Business School,” everyone interested can learn more about research and teaching projects as well as the social engagement of the Mannheim Business School.

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Clean-up event at the University of Mannheim

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Kathrin Blitzke trägt ein blaues Oberteil und steht vor einer grün-braunen Baumkulisse. Sie lächelt in die Kamera.

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I make a difference by helping to shape the Global Sustainability Management program in my role as ENGAGE.EU coordinator.

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Kathrin Blitzke

ENGAGE.EU Local Work Package Coordinator ENGAGE.EU Programmes

Eduar Espinosa trägt ein schwarzes Shirt, darüber ein weißes Hemd. Er steht vor einem Baum und lächelt in die Kamera.

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I make a difference by sharing Colombia's rich environmental heritage to inspire more inclusive and diverse solutions to global challenges.

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Eduar Espinosa

Digital Marketing, University of Mannheim Service & Marketing GmbH

Bernward Gesang. Bernward Gesang trägt ein blaues Hemd und steht vor einem grünen Hintergrund.

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I will make a difference by researching and teaching climate ethics, giving talks about the topic, making regular donations, and paying attention to my lifestyle.

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Prof. Dr. Bernward Gesang

Chair of Philosophy II

Viktor Boecking. Er schaut freundlich drein und trägt ein schwarzes T-Shirt.

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I will make a difference by eating local and vegetarian food.

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Viktor Boecking

Head of the University Library’s communications department

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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