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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News

Drei Personen durchschneiden ein Eröffungsband in einem Fitnessstudion.

Credit: Alexander Münch

T1 FitnessGym Opens Its Doors

The University of Mannheim officially opened its new fitness center in the city center on 31 August with a ceremony. Around 70 guests celebrated the launch, and through 20 September, training at T1 FitnessGym is free of charge.

Kids' University in fall 2026

Three exciting lectures for 8- to 12-year-olds.

Zwei Studierende sitzen nebeneinander an einem Tisch und schauen gemeinsam auf einen Laptop.

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New Program for the Studium Generale

The program for the Studium Generale in the fall semester is online. Registration starts on 31 August at noon.

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New Study: How Carbon Accounting Rules Shape Incentives for Hydrogen Production

A new study by University of Mannheim researchers Gunther Glenk, Philip Holler, and Stefan Reichelstein examines how the assessment of carbon emissions affects the incentives for the production of electrolytic hydrogen. Its key finding: even stringent accounting rules generally provide sufficient ...

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Events

Clean-up event at the University of Mannheim

19 Oct 2026 – 22 Oct 2026

Perspectives Matter. Action Week for Diversity, ...

Dr. Anna Adendorf, Dr. Izadora Silva Pimenta, Viktor Boecking (UB)

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Verena Weller trägt ein dunkles Jacket und lächelt sympathisch in die Kamera. Im Hintergrund sind grüne Blätter.

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I make a difference by organizing and spearheading educational events centered around sustainability-related topics for Scientists for Future Mannheim.

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Dr. des. Verena Weller

Academic Staff

Prof. Henning Hillmann. Er schaut freundlich drein und trägt ein blaues Jacket über einem gestreiften Hemd.

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I will make a difference by looking for local and regional products when shopping for food.

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Prof. Henning Hillmann, Ph.D.

Former Vice President for Research and Early-Stage Researchers (2021–2024)

Prof. Dr. Astrid Lembke. Sie lächelt, trägt eine Brille und eine türkisfarbene Sweatjacke.

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I will make a difference by working to increase the proportion of women in professorships and other leadership positions in academia.

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Prof. Dr. Astrid Lembke

Central Equal Opportunity Commissioner

Natalie Rose. Natalie Rose steht vor einem grünen Hintergrund und trägt eine graue Jacke.

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I will make a difference by organizing childcare for students and examination supervisors for exams that take place on Saturdays.

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Natalie Rose

Staff member of the Department of Equal Opportunity and Social Diversity

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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