Presidency reports
German BUP Presidency report autumn 2025
The BUP National Center in Germany, which is located at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, held the BUP Presidency. This is their Presidency report.
During the Presidency the following activities were completed by the National Centre:
Workshop: 'Young Researchers for a Plastic Free Baltic Sea Region'
The workshop, held on 21–24 September 2025 at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, Hamburg, Germany, contributed to sustainable development by connecting the knowledge of experts with the ideas of participants from the Baltic Sea Region to implement plastic reduction measures within their local communities. The event acted as a foundation to transfer the knowledge acquired during the workshop, enabling participants to create action plans aimed at applying the BALTIPLAST project solutions in schools, businesses and households throughout the Baltic Sea Region. By combining a wide variety of research fields and establishing a strong connection between experts and students to tackle the topic of environmental protection, climate change and sustainable societies, the workshop aligns with the BUP’s objectives of multidisciplinary co-operations to build a sustainable future.
Event report from the Workshop: 'Young Researchers for a Plastic Free Baltic Sea Region'.
Participants, experts and organisers that took part in the workshop. Photo: HAW Hamburg
BUP Symposium 2025
The symposium 'Strengthening the Security and Resilience of the Baltic Sea Region – Environmental, Political, Social, and Economic Shocks and Crises', held on 26-28 November 2025 at Uppsala University in Sweden, contributed to sustainable development by providing the opportunity for regional educational and research communities to engage with colleagues from participating universities within the BUP framework. With the HAW having led the ‘Climate Change in Times of Environmental and Geopolitical Instability’ parallel session, the event ensured opportunities to explore key climate-related challenges and solutions, with presentations covering urban green infrastructure, climate-adapted design, sustainable land use and policy frameworks. The session emphasized the impact of climate change on security risks, economic challenges, resource competition and social tensions, highlighting the importance of integrated, interdisciplinary responses to climate change, strongly aligning with the BUP’s principles.
Participants at the BUP Symposium, held in Uppsala. Photo: Adam Sjöström
Symposium on 'Innovation in the Circularity of Plastic Materials'
This event took place at the Science and Innovation Promotion Centre on Science Island in Kaunas. It brought together researchers, NGOs, city representatives, and sustainability experts from across the Baltic region to explore new ways to reduce plastic waste and build a more circular and sustainable future. The event was apart of the BALTIPLAST project, and during the event, the BUP was promoted and possible collaboration among BSR universities to reduce plastic waste was discussed. The BUP offered a limited number of grants to cover accommodation for participants from BUP participating universities.
Information session on the BUP
Ahead of the Presidency, the National Centre organised an online information session on the BUP, on 27 January 2025 for the participating universities from Germany to inform them about the BUP and its opportunities.
Estonian BUP Presidency report spring 2025
The BUP National Center in Estonia, which is located at Tallinn University, held the BUP Presidency. This is their Presidency report.
During the Presidency the following activities were completed by the National Centre:
Symposium on Qualifications, Training, Micro-Credentials and Sustainable Development, Tallinn University, Tallinn, Estonia, 20–21 February 2025
The scientific conference on qualifications, training, micro-credentials, and sustainable development brought together researchers, educators, and communication specialists working in sustainable education to discuss the role of micro-credentials and, more broadly, curricula at different levels of education in promoting sustainable development and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). During the symposium, the following themes were examined: how to adapt micro-credentials to educate and train individuals in skills directly related to sustainable development, such as renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and circular economy practices; how to make micro-credentials more accessible to a broader audience, including rural communities, to foster inclusive education and opportunities; and how to encourage partnerships between educational institutions, industry, and governments to ensure that micro-credentials are recognised and valued in the labour market and effectively contribute to achieving the SDGs.
The event featured five keynote speeches and 39 parallel session presentations by researchers of various ages and experiences. Keynotes included, for instance, “The Development Approach of Circular Bio-economy Micro-Credential Programme in Higher Education Institution” (Männik, K., Pata, K), “Towards Transformative Skills via Micro-Credentials – Potentials and Challenges in Education, Qualification and Training” (Mikulec, M., Ludin, D., Cudečka-Puriņa, N), “Active Learning Pedagogies and Micro-credentials: Strategies for Short-term Sustainability Education” (Gallagher, S., Toth, A), among others. The conference was chaired by Prof. Dr. Walter Leal (Hamburg University of Applied Sciences and Manchester Metropolitan University) and Vice-Rector Katrin Saks (Tallinn University). The conference was organised in collaboration with The Baltic University Programme partners Hamburg University of Applied Sciences and Tallinn University. The next international symposium will be organised together on 18-19 March 2026, again at Tallinn University, which will focus on “Universities as Change Agents in Sustainable Development”.
The BUP Student Conference "Water and the Baltic City: Building Climate Resilience," Tallinn University, Tallinn, Estonia, 23-26 April 2025
Tallinn University and The Baltic University Programme’s Coordinating Secretariat jointly organised the 2025 BUP Student Conference. The conference focused on the theme "Water and the Baltic City: Building Climate Resilience". A total of 78 students from 46 participating universities within the BUP network attended the event, representing all ten BUP countries. Since the primary aim of BUP events is to promote an interdisciplinary approach to sustainability, the conference featured leading experts from landscape architecture, social sciences, and natural sciences. Speakers, along with workshop and excursion leaders, were drawn from all Estonian universities affiliated with the BUP, as well as institutions based in Tallinn, the host city. Participating institutions included the Estonian University of Life Sciences, the University of Tartu, Tallinn University, the Stockholm Environment Institute Tallinn Centre, the Department of Environmental Protection (Tallinn City Government), and Uppsala University. Opening remarks were delivered by Madle Lippus, Deputy Mayor of Tallinn City Office, and Katrin Saks, Vice-Rector for Development at Tallinn University.
Participants highly valued the combination of indoor and outdoor sessions. Notable presentations included "The Role of Urban Blue Spaces for Human Health and Wellbeing," a keynote address highly rated by participants and delivered by Simon Bell; "Water Management in Tallinn Before the Building of the Treatment Plant (From the Middle Ages Until 1927)" by Villu Kadakas; and "Community-Based Water Monitoring: Using Citizen Science in Urban Water Assessment" by Jaanus Terasmaa. Significant studies were conducted both outdoors, including the "BlueHealth Project in Tallinn" by Peeter Vassiljev and Jekaterina Balicka, and "Urban Water Body Ecology" by Jürgen Karvak and Aleksandr Kirillov, as well as indoors, such as "Building Baltic Sea Resilience Together," organised by Lara Kerschl and Kiana Islamian, and "Rethinking Urban Waters: A Serious Game Workshop on Nature-Based Solutions for Climate-Resilient Cities” by Jaanus Terasmaa and Triinu Jesmin, along with "Climate Risk and Vulnerability" presented by Heidi Tuhkanen. Excursions included a visit to a bog, "Pääsküla Springs and Bog Restoration" led by Marko Vainu, and a trip to the seashore, "Nature Conservation Works in the Coastal Area of Kopli Bay: Restoration of Habitats," conducted by Herdis Fridolin and Esme Kassak. Evening events comprised a guided city tour, a cultural party, and a closing evening gathering.
During the conference, a session of the Student Parliament took place, where two new BUP Student Representatives were elected.
Participants gave feedback on their main takeaways from the event, including notable quotes such as:
”I really appreciated talking about the subject with people from different academic backgrounds.”
”That water is crucial for climate and urban resilience. Cooperation is valuable and understanding other people’s views is key in building communities."
Participants and experts at the BUP Student Conference 2025 in Tallinn. Photo: Paula Liisa Ani
BUP Centre Directors Meeting, Tallinn University, Tallinn, Estonia, 21-23 May 2025
The event was attended by the BUP Coordinating Secretariat and representatives from all BUP National Centres, including Åbo Akademi University (Finland), Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany), Klaipeda University (Lithuania), Lodz University of Technology (Poland), Lviv Polytechnic National University (Ukraine), Riga Technical University (Latvia), Södertörn University (Sweden), Tallinn University (Estonia), University of Ostrava (Czech Republic), and the University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava (Slovakia).
The primary focus of the meeting was to explore Erasmus+ opportunities related to the BUP, featuring a presentation by Oksana Krayevska from Ivan Franko National University of Lviv and specialists from Tallinn University. Experiences regarding Erasmus mobilities, projects, and partnerships were shared among the universities. Also, the following areas of activity were discussed: Vision and Aim, Strategy, Teachers, Researchers, Alumni Network, Organisation and Management, and Communication. It was concluded that a clearer vision and understanding of the value of the BUP must be articulated in the strategy and on the BUP website, and that a concise mission statement for the BUP should also be defined and included in the strategy. The Action Plan for 2026 was also discussed, with National Centres proposing events they were willing to organise, including both traditional and new initiatives. The programme included a tour of the Tallinn University campus led by Vice-Rector Katrin Saks, as well as a guided city tour of Tallinn's Old Town. Katrin Männik, the new Director of the National Centre of Estonia, introduced the university’s research and study areas of sustainability. Shared dinners further strengthened the sense of belonging among participants.
The Estonian BUP National Centre. From the left, Monika Maljukov, Tiina Elvisto and Katrin Männik. Photo Marten Puidak
Czechia BUP Presidency report autumn 2024
The BUP National Center in Czechia, which is located at the University of Ostrava, held the BUP Presidency. This is their Presidency report.
During the Presidency the following activities were completed by the National Centre:
BUP meeting of International Relations Officers (IROs)
For the first time in the 30-year history of the BUP, International Relations Officers (IROs) at BUP participating universities were invited to meet on 7-9 October 2024 in Ostrava. The meeting was an initiative by the colleagues at the BUP National Centre in Czechia who were also the hosts of the meeting. The program of the meeting focused on discussing and sharing experiences of being a part of the BUP and the universities´ involvement in BUP activities as well as experiences from working in other networks like EHEA (e.g. European Universities Alliances). Furthermore, discussions about synergies in the internationalisation strategies of BUP participating universities, opportunities for financing joint activities and concrete activities on how to improve cooperation, communication and promotion at various levels took place during the event.
One of the main conclusions was to create a space for IROs to exchange best practices and explore joint opportunities, the meeting led to the establishment of the BUP IROs Network. We very much appreciate the support from the Coordinating Secretariat that has since organised follow-up online meetings for the network that allow us to explore ways to further collaborate with each other and within the BUP and to provide input on the new BUP Strategy which is to be developed in 2025.
Participants at the BUP meeting of International Relations Officers. Photo: Lara Kerschl
The Baltic Research and Publications Office (BUPRaP) Roadshow
On 16 October 2024, the University of Ostrava hosted a 2-hour seminar for PhD students on two main topics “Optimising Efforts in Scientific Publishing on Sustainable Development” and “Fostering Scientific Cooperation via European and Non-European Funded Projects on Sustainable Development”. The seminar was led by prof. Walter Leal who is also head of the BUPs Associated Secretariat at Hamburg University of Applied Sciences. At the event, the PhD students explored the advantages of scientific cooperation on matters related to sustainable development, described the role of major networks such as The Baltic University Programme, the European School of Sustainability Science and Research and others, as sources of information on project funding. Furthermore, they explored the key elements of scientific publishing, including manuscript preparation, peer review, ethical considerations, publication metrics, and future trends. Back-to-back a meeting of Vice-Deans and academics from the University of Ostrava with the prof. Leal was arranged to better understand the means to foster research cooperation within the BUP.
Participation in BUP Science and Sail
In August 2024, Czech students participated in the BUP Science and Sail event held in Lithuania, contributing to international cooperation and knowledge exchange within the BUP community.
The University of Ostrava’s active involvement during the presidency period significantly contributed to strengthening international cooperation, promoting sustainable development and enhancing the visibility of the BUP in the Baltic Sea Region.
Polish BUP Presidency report spring 2024
The BUP National Centre in Poland, which is located at Lodz University of Technology, held the BUP Presidency. This is their Presidency report.
During Presidency the following activities were completed by the National Centre:
Participation in the organisation of the BUP Student Conference in Poznan in cooperation with Poznan University of Technology, 15-18 April 2024. The theme was 'Changed circumstances and new threats for sustainability in the Baltic Sea Region'.
Lodz University of Technology's role was the elaboration of the agenda, selection of the students, and a speech about the BUP history.
The conference was organised within the RESCUU (Resilience of Education: Sustainability and Cooperation for Ukrainian Universities) project which is focused on contributing to the resilience of Ukraine’s educational institutions during wartime and supporting Ukrainian teachers, students and researchers. This conference was focused on students' contribution to sustainable development in the Baltic Sea Region. In total, 89 students took part in the conference. During the conference, as every year, the election of a Student Representative to the BUP's International Board was held.
The International Scientific Symposium on circular economy was organised by Bialystok University of Technology, 21-23 April 2024 entitled 'The Role of Universities and Research for Sustainable Regional Development'. Lodz University of Technology's role was to elaborate of the agenda and give a speech about the history of BUP. During this event, current challenges of sustainable development in the Baltic Sea Region were discussed. The conference considered how to adapt the economy to the changing climate and how to build resilient communities.
The Centre Directors and staff from the BUP Coordinating Secretariat at the Centre Directors meeting held at Lodz University of Technology. Photo: Krzysztof Ciesielski
Organising the BUP Center Directors meeting in Lodz, 22-24 April 2024. The BUP Centre Directors meeting was held at Lodz University of Technology, at the Faculty of Process and Environmental Engineering where the Polish National Centre is located. During the two-day meeting, Lodz University of Technology welcomed BUP representatives from Riga Technical University, Södertörn University, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, University in Ostrava, Åbo Akademi University, Ivan Franko National University of L’viv, and Uppsala University. The Directors of the BUP National Centres reported on their work, discussed the role of the National Centres, new contracts, and possible funding sources for the BUP. During the meeting, prof. Visvaldas Varzinskas from Kaunas University of Technology, Director of the BUP Lithuanian National Centre, was elected as a new member of the BUP International Board for the period 2024-2027. Prof. Krzysztof Jóźwik - the Rector of Lodz University of Technology took part in the meeting and in a common dinner. On the second day, the participants visited a didactics laboratory located in a new building of the Faculty of Process and Environmental Engineering - LabFactor.
Participation in the development of the CAPABLE project: content, design thinking, running seminar on “Methodology of Scientific Research”, October 10th.
Application for DANUBE Interreg Project (Erasmus +) 'Sustainability in Universities for Promoting and Enhancing Education' together with the partners Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Slovakia, Riga Technical University, Latvia, and Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania. Lodz University of Technology's role was the organisation of a academic leaders meeting, workshops for teachers and PhD students, a startup competition to raise awareness of the environment and fight against climate change, and an international conference.
Creating a ranking list of the theses and selecting the winner within the field of engineering and natural sciences for the BUP PhD Award. A cooperation with Jolita Kruopienė, Kaunas University of Technology, and Carsten Hille, Technische Hochschule Wildau - Technical University of Applied Sciences.
Organising and planning of the BUPRaP Roadshow event on the university level, hosted by prof. Walter Leal, on 13 October 2024.
Within the Polish Presidency there was also a special session held at the second Scientific Conference from the series "Universities facing challenges of sustainable development". The session aimed to review activities and good practices in relation to how universities are involved in the implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
Latvian BUP Presidency report autumn 2023
The BUP National Centre in Latvia, which is located at Riga Technical University (RTU), held the BUP Presidency. This is their Presidency report.
During RTU’s presidency, a BUP Centre Directors meeting was held on 10-11 October 2023. During the two-day period, Riga welcomed BUP representatives from University of Tallinn, Södertörn University, Technical University of Lodz, Kaunas University of Technologies, Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra, Åbo Akademi University, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, National University of Lviv, and Zittau/Görlitz University.
The participants at the Centre Directors meeting held in Riga. Photo: Arta Pipcāne
The representatives were welcomed by the Rector of RTU prof. Tālis Juhna and BUP Centre Director for Latvia Mr. Juris Iljins. During the BUP Centre Directors meeting, the sessions aimed to conduct a comprehensive review of past achievements, identify areas for improvement, and outline a strategic roadmap for future cooperation. The initial segment of the meeting was dedicated to a thorough review of accomplishments and milestones achieved since the last gathering. Reports included a detailed overview of each of the Centre’s contributions, highlighting key projects, successful initiatives, and noteworthy milestones. Following the review of past accomplishments, the floor was opened to a candid discussion about areas that warranted improvement. Workshops were held on both days, during which constructive feedback was actively encouraged, fostering an atmosphere of transparency and collective responsibility. The report generated from this session encapsulates the collaborative spirit and strategic vision that permeated the discussions. The journey ahead holds promising opportunities.
On the second day of event, participants went on tours through RTU’s Ķīpsala campus. During the excursion, BUP centre directors and members toured RTU laboratories and were introduced to RTU’s infrastructure.
Later a few meetings were held, including a meeting about the BUP Action Plan and a financing conclusion. A pivotal component of the meeting focused on the financial underpinning of the Action Plan for 2024. The discussion centered on prioritising key initiatives, and exploring avenues for cost optimization. The meeting provided a platform for a robust exchange of ideas and insights, fostering a collaborative environment where the synthesis of strategy, Action Plan, and financing seamlessly converged. Decision-making was a collective process, with each participant contributing expertise and perspectives.
The event successfully ended with a guided tour through Riga and a dinner attended by all the members. The two-day Centre Directors meeting concluded with expressions of gratitude for the active participation and collaborative spirit demonstrated by all attendees.
Lithuanian BUP Presidency report spring 2023
The BUP National Centre in Lithuania, which was located at Kaunas University of Technology, held the BUP Presidency. This is their Presidency report.
Throughout the BUP Lithuanian National Centre's presidency, the primary focus was dedicated to orchestrating three of BUP's annual events, successfully executed through collaborative efforts with the three esteemed members of the BUP network: Klaipėda University, Vilnius University, and Kaunas University of Technology. The key contributors to this success were the seamless cooperation among representatives from all three BUP participating universities in Lithuania, the equitable distribution of responsibilities in event organisation, and a steadfast commitment to ensuring the highest quality of each event.
Participants at the second workshop of the BUP Teachers' Course 2022-2023 held in Kaunas. Photo: Cecilia Lundberg
BUP Teachers Course 2022-2023
After a hiatus prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the BUP Teachers Course for the academic year 2022–2023 was successfully reinstated. This course was organised collaboratively by the BUP Associated Secretariat and the National Centre in Finland, housed at the Centre for Lifelong Learning, Åbo Akademi University. The course, held for the 2022-2023 academic year, was hosted by the BUP Lithuanian National Centre in Kaunas at Kaunas University of Technology.
The primary objective of the BUP Teachers’ Course was to enhance the integration of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals into teaching methodologies, courses, and study programs. The course placed a particular emphasis on e-learning as a teaching methodology, featuring two workshops and a project component. It targeted educators, teachers, and researchers in higher education within the BUP network while also extending a warm welcome to applicants from universities and polytechnics outside the BUP network.
In Kaunas, the Director of the BUP National Centre, Visvaldas Varzinskas, introduced Kaunas University of Technology's dedication to sustainable development and outlined ongoing initiatives in this field. Associate Professor and Head of the Teachers' Center for Academic Competence at KTU, Asta Daunorienė, delivered a presentation on the systematic integration of Challenge Based Learning (CBL) into university studies. Thought-provoking discussions followed the presentation titled "Rethinking university teaching and learning for the 21st century" by Sheperd Urenje. During the workshop, participants presented their Change project reports and received feedback from peers and instructors, with a strong focus on creating value in Change projects, active learning methods, and the subsequent steps for project implementation. Event report from the BUP Teachers Course 2022-2023.
The participants at the BUP Student Conference 2023, held at Kaunas University of Technology. Photo: Pontus Ambros
BUP Student Conference 2023
In May 2023, the BUP Student Conference for the year 2023 took place at Kaunas University of Technology in Kaunas, Lithuania. This conference centered around the theme 'Sustainable Production and Consumption: A Circular Economy Perspective' and included a collaboration with the International Young Researchers Conference. The 2023 BUP Student Conference was open to students from BUP participating universities and aimed to foster the development of young researchers' competencies related to sustainable development, sustainable production, and sustainable consumption. An impressive total of 70 students, representing 31 participating universities across all 10 countries in the BUP network, participated in the event.
The Student Conference spanned three days, with activities held both at Kaunas University of Technology and throughout the city of Kaunas. The conference commenced with introductory remarks by key personnel and featured two keynote speeches:
- Kerli Kant Hvass, from the Estonian Business School, delivered insights into circularity within the fashion industry.
- Jurgis Kazimieras Staniškis, an expert in UN Sustainable Development Goals and a member of the UN SDG expert group at Kaunas University of Technology, addressed the Sustainable Development Goals and climate change action.
The second day included four speeches and discussions with representatives from Lithuanian industry and society, followed by student presentations in the afternoon. All students had the opportunity to present their work in either poster or oral format. Another significant aspect of the conference was the Students' Parliament, designed to enhance student participation in decision-making within the BUP. Additionally, students enjoyed an annual cultural party celebrating Baltic regional culture and cuisine, along with a guided tour of Kaunas. Event report from the BUP Student Conference 2023.
Students who participated in the BUP Science and Sail 2023. Photo: Pontus Ambros
BUP Science and Sail 2023
Klaipėda University in Lithuania had the honor of hosting the BUP's summer school, named 'Science and Sail', in July 2023. This year's edition focused on the Baltic Sea Environment and engaged students in both maritime and terrestrial studies, featuring leading experts from across the region. A total of 35 students representing 26 BUP participating universities and all 10 countries within the BUP network enthusiastically participated in this event.
The summer school program revolved around four days of fieldwork, primarily conducted in and around Klaipėda. Students were organized into smaller groups, and the activities included:
- Baltic Sea coastal hydrology, carried out aboard Klaipėda University's tall ship s/v Brabander, emphasizing water sampling, sailing skills, depth profiles, and salinity investigations.
- Exploration of Baltic Sea sand beaches in Karklė, focusing on shoreline mapping, beach profiles, and GIS applications.
- A full-day excursion to the Baltic Sea coastal sand dunes on the Curonian Spit, where biodiversity took center stage.
- Ecological study and population counting of coastal cormorant colonies in the Placis Lagoon, centered around Baltic Sea coastal birds.
Additionally, students attended lectures, embarked on specialized site visits to Klaipėda University's Marine Research Institute and Botanical Garden, delivered presentations, and actively engaged in various pedagogical tasks throughout the program. Event report from the BUP Science and Sail 2023.
Finnish BUP Presidency report autumn 2022
The BUP National Centre in Finland, which is located at Åbo Akademi University, held the BUP Presidency. This is their Presidency report.
The year 2022 has been turbulent for the whole BUP cooperation, due to Russia’s offensive war in Ukraine. However, something positive is the return to a more normalized situation after the pandemic. BUP Finland is confident to again be able to arrange courses face to face after the Covid break.
Together with Riga Technical University and SWEDESD (Research and learning for sustainable development and global health) at Uppsala University, Åbo Akademi University arranged the first BUP Science Lab with a workshop in Riga in August 2022. After a break of two years, the BUP Teachers’ Course was also able to start a new round in the autumn.
Due to the Rectors’ Conference in Uppsala and the face-to-face meeting for BUP Centre Directors in Uppsala at the end of September, there was no opportunity or need for a meeting at Åbo Akademi. Besides our regular activities, i.e. two courses for teachers, production of course material, networking etc., the main occasion held due to the presidency was an online seminar on sustainable foot- and handprints at Finnish universities (i.e. BUP participating universities).
We had plans and negotiations during the spring for the arrangement of a hackathon event for students on circular economy during the autumn. For the arrangements we were relying on our cooperation with the BUP participating universities Novia University of Applied Sciences and Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences. To invite and arrange travels and accommodations for students from abroad is demanding but that would have been handled by BUP Finland. In the end, due to a limited schedule, the co-partners chose to host the event locally for only their own students. However, the discussion has begun, and it is possible to arrange a similar hackathon in the future where all BUP students can be invited.
Events during the presidency
The online seminar Sustainable foot- and handprints at Finnish Universities, was a two-hour event held on 17 November 2022. In the seminar we presented and discussed what efforts universities in Finland take to reduce their carbon footprint. Can this be measured? And what does carbon and biodiversity handprint mean?
The program consisted of three presentations and three shorter comments regarding the actual universities’ actions and thoughts about sustainable foot- and handprints. All viewpoints came from BUP participating universities in Finland, but the seminar was open for everybody interested.
The program:
- University of Turku: Towards 2025 – Carbon Neutral and Sustainable Campus Life
Jutta Mäkinen, Sustainable Development Specialist, University of Turku.
- Biodiversity Footprint Assessment in Organizations: Case JYU
Sami El Geneidy, Doctoral Researcher in Corporate Environmental Management from the University of Jyväskylä.
- JYU’s path towards planetary well-being
Ulla Helimo, Sustainability specialist at division of policy and planning, University of Jyväskylä.
Shorter presentations by:
- Sirpa Sandelin, SAMK – Satakunta University of Applied Sciences
- Tomas Träskman, Arcada University of Applied Sciences
- Otto Långvik, Novia University of Applied Sciences
The seminar was informative and interesting and generated good discussions and further thoughts. Therefore, we see it possible to follow up the theme with a new seminar in autumn 2023. In the second seminar it would be interesting to also invite speakers from BUP participating universities outside of Finland.
The online seminar had 23 participants and is also available on Youtube: