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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Mehrere Personen posieren vor einer Bilderwand für ein Foto.

Credit: Nikola Haubner

University of Mannheim Honored for Internal Air Travel Policy

At the second Local Green Deal networking event in Mannheim, the University of Mannheim was recognized for its internal incentive program aimed at reducing air travel-related CO₂ emissions. The student organization INFINITY was also honored for its commitment to sustainability.

Ein Schild in den Katakomben weist auf die Diversity Week hin

Credit: Alexander Münch

Perspectives Matter – Action Week on Diversity, Participation, and Equal Opportunity

From 19 to 22 October 2026, the Department of Equal Opportunity and Diversity and the Mannheim University Library invite the university community to discuss diversity, participation, and equal opportunity at the University of Mannheim—both online and on campus.

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Exhibition Trash People

From 28 September to 15 October, the university is hosting an anniversary exhibition by performance artist HA Schult, entitled “Trash People – 30 Years Around the World”, in the east wing of the Schloss. An accompanying program, featuring the artist himself, rounds off the exhibition.

Eine Frauenhand entnimmt einen Tampon aus einem Spender.

Credit: Alexander Münch und Joseline Weinberg

Menstrual Products on Campus Remain Free

The University of Mannheim will continue to offer free menstrual products for students on campus. This decision follows the positive results of a one-year pilot project.

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I will make a difference by avoiding plastic in my house where possible, by cycling instead of driving, and by favoring regional and second-hand products.

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Kerstin Goldner

Office Assistant, Chair of Business Informatics II

Portrait von Moritz Fleischmann. Er trägt ein hellblaues Hemd und steht mit verschränkten Armen vor einem Baum.

Credit: Katrin Glückler

I will make a difference by further developing the sustainability strategy of the University of Mannheim.

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Prof. Dr. Moritz Fleischmann

Vice President for Sustainability and International Affairs

Wanja Pasdzierny. Wanja Pasdzierny trägt ein dunkel gemustertes Hemd und lächelt.

Credit: Frederic Hemler

I will make a difference by promoting sustainability in local politics as member of the district advisory council and as candidate for the Mannheim city council.

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Wanja Pasdzierny

Student, State examination in Law

Prof. Dr. Ilze Plavgo. Sie steht lächelnd vor einem Baum und trägt einen rot gemusterten Blazer.

Credit: Alexander Münch

I will make a difference by assessing what social policies in Europe and sub-Saharan Africa can do to reduce existing inequalities in education and in the labor market.

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Prof. Dr. Ilze Plavgo

Junior professor of Sociology of the Welfare State

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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