News, initiatives and events
The main events and events on the topic of Sustainability organized by the University
Institutional activities, strategic documents and ranking
The University produces documents geared toward its sustainable management and periodically participates in major international rankings
EUGreen European Alliance
Eu Green is one of four projects awarded during the year 2022 by the European Commission - Alliance aims to: make universities more attractive, competitive, innovative and sustainable
Circular economy and resources
The University should orient production and consumption with the principles of sharing, repairing, lending, reusing, reconditioning and recycling existing materials and products in mind. This extends the life cycle of products, helping to minimize waste. Food and water are also key issues related to sustainability
Climate Change
The University proposes actions to combat climate change by sharing information, materials and methods aimed at establishing common metrics, skills, knowledge and best practices
Energy
Faced with the urgency of the energy and climate crisis, universities - in particular the University of Parma and those adhering to the Network of Universities for Sustainable Development (RUS) - are committed to playing a leading role in the energy transition. Through responsible policies, the adoption of efficient technologies and the enhancement of renewable sources, they promote concrete actions to reduce fossil energy consumption and climate-changing emissions. Central to this commitment is the work of the University Energy Managers, strategic figures in the implementation of sustainable and innovative practices
Mobility
Environmental sustainability is the context within which social and economic life takes place, and this requires making decisions and acting in the collective rather than the individual interest. When it comes to mobility, the University of Parma aims to manage the movements of the people who make up the entire university community (students and staff) in such a way as to safeguard environmental conditions and reduce impacts on the atmosphere, including by encouraging more sustainable transportation habits.
Environmental teaching and education
An increasing level of cultural education and social awareness of environmental issues enables the creation of a Culture of Sustainability
Equality and inclusion
Equality and inclusion are important goals of the University. The areas of action are welfare, equal opportunity and inclusion policies, organizational well-being, and the protection and assistance of male and female students