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SUMMARY:Hamburg Sustainability Sessions (#HSS12) – Ukraine Nature Network: Navigating Polycrisis Together: Sustainable Toolkit for Land\, Forests\, Energy\, and Circular Waste
DESCRIPTION:This special online session will address the interconnected environmental challenges of our time through the lens of polycrisis\, with a focus on land degradation\, forest resilience\, energy security\, and circular waste management. In this context\, the event will also highlight the work of the Ukraine Nature Network and examine the severe environmental consequences of the war in Ukraine\, including ecosystem disruption\, forest damage\, soil and water contamination\, and pressure on waste and energy systems. \nBringing together researchers\, practitioners\, and institutions from different regions\, the session will explore how science\, policy\, and international cooperation can support environmental protection and recovery in conflict-affected settings. It will emphasize practical toolkits and strategies for strengthening resilience\, supporting nature restoration\, and enabling sustainable reconstruction pathways in Ukraine and beyond. \nThe event will also provide a platform for global dialogue and knowledge exchange\, including discussion of collaboration opportunities and financial mechanisms to support environmental action\, conservation\, and long-term recovery. \nThis session is organised by the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR)\, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg)\, the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP)\, and the European North-American Sustainability Research Consortium (ENASRC)\, with support from the Ukraine Nature Network (https://ukrainenaturenetwork.org/). \n  \nEvent details: \nDate: 23rd April 2026 \nTime: 01:00 p.m – 03:00 p.m CET (Central European Time) \nFormat: Online \nLanguage: English \nCost: None! \n  \nSpeakers: \n \nProfessor  Daniel Muller \nholds a diploma and doctoral degree in agricultural sciences and is Adjunct Professor of Geography at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin. He is Head of the Land Systems Group at the Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Development in Transition Economies (IAMO). His research focuses on land-system change and its implications for rural livelihoods\, food security\, carbon dynamics\, and biodiversity\, with particular emphasis on climate change impacts on agriculture and related mitigation and adaptation strategies. His regional expertise centres on the Western Balkans and the post-Soviet region\, especially Ukraine\, where he examines land-use change\, agricultural transformation\, and resilience under conditions of political\, economic\, and environmental stress. He is a member of the Scientific Steering Committee of the Global Land Programme (GLP).  \n  \n  \n  \n \nDr Oksana Pelyukh  \nholds master’s degrees in administration and management of Organizations and in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics and obtained her PhD in Economics from the National University of Water and Environmental Engineering in 2020. She is a Senior Lecturer at the Ukrainian National Forestry University and a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Lodz\, Poland. She is a laureate of a two-year scholarship from the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and a grant from the President of Ukraine for young scientists and was awarded the Forests 2021 Early Career Investigator Award. Her research focuses on integrating ecosystem services into decision-making processes and analysing stakeholder engagement in natural resource management\, with particular emphasis on urban resilience and nature-based solutions in the context of crises and recovery.  \n  \n  \n  \n \nDr Ihor Honcharenko \nis a Visiting/Grant Researcher at the University of Eastern Finland\, working in the Fine Particle and Aerosol Technology Laboratory within the Department of Environmental and Biological Sciences. He has more than ten years of experience in environmental research\, risk assessment\, and recovery-oriented programming in crisis-affected contexts. His work integrates ecological safety\, air pollution assessment\, circular bioenergy\, and GIS-based multi-hazard analysis. Prior to joining the University of Eastern Finland\, he led research and assessment activities in the humanitarian and environmental sectors in Ukraine\, with a particular focus on disaster risk reduction\, recovery planning\, and data-driven decision-making. He has authored over 25 scientific publications and contributed to a wide range of applied environmental and resilience-related projects.  \n  \n  \n  \n \nDr Ihor Soloviy \nis Professor at the Department of Economics\, Tourism and Recreation at the Ukrainian National Forestry University in Lviv. His teaching includes Environmental Economics\, Sustainable Strategic Enterprise Management\, Sustainable Business and Marketing\, Circular Bioeconomy in the Forest Sector\, and Green Project Development and Management. He is Vice-President of the Forestry Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and has extensive international experience as a consultant for organisations including IUCN\, FAO\, WWF\, and the World Bank. His work focuses on forest policy\, ecosystem services\, and the socio-economic impacts of forestry practices.  \nAs a Fulbright scholar\, he conducted research at the University of North Carolina and the University of Vermont. At the national level\, he has led projects commissioned by the Ukrainian Ministry of Education and Ministry of the Environment on ecosystem services and environmental policy. He is currently Project Lead of the Erasmus+ CBHE project on forest sector transformation in Ukraine and a Senior Researcher in the Horizon Europe project “CircHive\,” focusing on natural capital accounting and biodiversity footprints.  \n  \nRegistration: \nUkraine Nature Network Hamburg Sustainability Session #12 & Final event – Fill out form \n  \nFuture events agenda:\nHAW-Hamburg: Events
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SUMMARY:2nd Symposium Amazon 2030 – Sustainability Issues in the World's Largest Rainforest Region
DESCRIPTION:The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30)\, a pivotal event in the global fight against climate change\, will be held in the heart of the Amazon rainforest in 2025. This historic decision underscores the urgency of addressing environmental issues directly within one of the world’s most vital ecosystems. The Amazon will provide a fitting backdrop for international leaders to convene and formulate strategies aimed at mitigating and adapting to climate change and promoting sustainable development. \nDeforestation is a major problem in the Amazon region as a whole\, and in Brazil in particular. To date\, nearly 800\,000km² of Brazil’s original 4 million km² of Amazon forest has been depleted due to a variety of economic activities. These include uncontrolled logging\, large-scale farming\, mining\, large road construction project and dams\, among others. Together\, these activities have raised serious concerns about the stability of the Amazon rainforests\, some of which has already been converted into drier savannahs known as cerrado. \nThere is a need to discuss not only the causes but also the possible solutions to the problems the Amazon region is facing today\, and to identify sustainable solutions. Against this backdrop\, and as COP30 offers a unique opportunity to bring global attention to the Amazon’s challenges\, the 2nd Symposium Amazon 2030 – Sustainability Issues in the World’s Largest Rainforest Region is being organized by the Inter-University Sustainable Development Programme (IUSDRP)\, the International Climate Change Information and Research Programme (ICCIRP)\, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany)\, Manchester Metropolitan University (UK) and the University Nilton Lins (Brazil)\, in collaboration with various organisations\, including the Pontifical Catholic University of Parana (PUCPR). The event is also organized by the German-Brazilian Science and Technology Network (GERBRAS-SCIENCENET). \nThe first edition of this Symposium was held at the Federal University of Western Pará (UFOPA)\, Santarém\, Brazil\, on 4-5 September 2023. This event\, the “2nd Symposium Amazon 2030 – Sustainability Issues in the World’s Largest Rainforest Region”\, will be held in the University Nilton Lins\, Manaus\, Amazonas\, Brazil\, on 6-7 November 2025. The dates make it convenient for delegates interested in joining COP30 (10-21 November) after the Symposium. \nRegister now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAims\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe Symposium has the following objectives: \n\ni. to disseminate information on ongoing research projects and practical projects in the field of climate change\, environmental conservation and sustainability taking place in the Amazon region;\nii. to present innovative approaches in teaching and research focusing on the Amazon rainforests;\niii. to facilitate the exchange of experience and information between researchers from universities\, but also from research centres\, NGOs\, companies and other institutions;\niv. to provide opportunities for further networking and contact building.\n\nThe Symposium will present state-of-the-art projects and initiatives in the nexus Amazon rainforests and sustainability\, as well as innovative teaching and research approaches. In particular\, projects that are “cross-sectoral” and innovative and serve as examples of inter-institutional cooperation will be presented at the Symposium. \n\n\n\n\n\nThemes\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe Symposium will provide a unique opportunity to holistically discuss matters related to sustainable development in respect of the Amazon region\, tackling issues related to: \n\nAmazon and land use issues\nBiodiversity conservation and ecosystems services\nIssues related to indigenous people\nEcological threats by fires\nTerritorial management\nNatural resources management\nFood security\nPoverty and social justice\nSustainable development prospects\nClimate change\nCircular economy & technologies to protect the environment\nCOP23: opportunities and challenges for the Amazon\nEducation for sustainability\nESG and sustainable business opportunities\nInnovation for sustainable actions\nSustainable supply chains and local development\nCultural aspects of local communities\nSustainable tourism\nSustainable Agriculture\n\nOther themes may be suggested\, please contact the organisers to discuss them. \nThe Symposium is also part of the “Universities and Climate Change Initiative”\, a worldwide effort led by the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences in Germany\, to combine the knowledge and know-how of universities\, in order to tackle the many challenges posed by climate change. \n\n\n\n\n\nDates and Venue\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe event will be held in the city of Manaus\, in the State of Amazonas\, Brazil\, on 6th-7th November 2025. \nManaus\, the capital of the state of Amazonas\, is a vibrant city located in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. Situated at the confluence of the Rio Negro and the Amazon River\, Manaus is one of the largest cities in Brazil and a hub for ecotourism. Manaus has its own airport\, providing direct connections to major cities in Brazil\, making it an accessible destination for global delegates attending the Symposium. \n\n\n\n\n\nSubmission of abstracts and publication of papers\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nExpressions of interest to attend the event\, initially consisting of an abstract (200 words) with the full contact details of the contributing authors\, should be submitted using the following registration form: https://forms.office.com/e/9iqgkfNhzY  \nPapers selected and presented at the event may subsequently be considered for publication in the book “Fostering Sustainable Development in the Amazon Region”. The book will be part of the World Sustainability Series. Published by Springer Nature\, this is the leading peer-reviewed book series on matters related to sustainable development. Please note that submissions to the book are subject of standard peer-review procedures. \n\n\n\n\n\nDeadlines\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe deadlines are as follows: \n\nFinal deadline for submission of abstracts: 30th June 2025\nDeadline for registrations: 30th July 2025\nDeadline for the submission of papers: 30th November 2025\n\n(The full paper for the publication in the book should be sent after the conference) \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration fees\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nA fee of Euro 250 will be charged to international delegates\, and R$ 560 for delegates from Brazil. The fees will cover coffee breaks\, lunches and one conference dinner. \n\n\n\n\n\nContinuing Professional Development\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Continuing Professional Development Programme on Sustainable Development\, undertaken by the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR) and Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP). An official certificate of participation\, useful for professional development purposes and to be shown to employers\, will be issued to participants\, with the equivalent of 20 hours\, including attendance to the event and preparation time. The issuing of the Certificate is included in the registration fees. \n\n\n\n\n\nContact and further information\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nIn Germany\nProfessor Walter Leal\, Chairman\nGerman-Brazilian Science and Technology Network Hamburg University of Applied Sciences Faculty of Life Sciences Research and Transfer Centre „Sustainable Development and Climate Change Management”\nUlmenliet 20\n21033 Hamburg\nGermany\nFTZ-Events (at) haw-hamburg (dot) de \nIn Brazil\nProfessor Ubiratã Tortato\nProfessor of Operations and Sustainability\nBusiness Graduate Program\nPontifical Catholic University of Parana (PUCPR)\nBrazil\nubirata.tortato (at) pucpr (dot) br
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LOCATION:University Nilton Lins\, Manaus\, Amazonas\, Brazil
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SUMMARY:Sustainability and Sustainable Development at Universities in Spain: Challenges and Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Sustainability and sustainable development have become critical global challenges. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development\, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015\, underscores the importance of addressing environmental\, social\, and economic issues in an integrated manner. Spain\, like other nations\, faces unique environmental and social challenges\, such as water scarcity\, forest fires\, and transitioning to renewable energy. Universities can contribute to addressing these through localised research and innovation\, but there is a growing need to incorporate sustainability into all levels of education. \nWith nearly 90 universities\, colleges\, and polytechnics\, Spain´s higher education sector is performing well as far as the implementation of sustainable development is concerned\, but there is still much that needs to be done. It is based on the perceived need to better understand how sustainability is being tackled in teaching and research at higher education institutions in Spain\, that the Symposium “Sustainability and Sustainable Development at Universities in Spain: Challenges and Opportunities”  is being organised.  It will be held in the city of Murcia\, Spain\, on 19-20 June 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nChairpersons\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\n•    Prof. Walter Leal (BSc\, PhD\, DSc\, DPhil\, DL\, DLitt) Manchester Metropolitan University (UK) and Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany)\n•    Salvador Ruiz de Maya (BBA\, Ms in Intnal Trade\, PhD) University of Murcia (Spain)\n•    Longinos Marín Rives (BBA\, PhD) University of Murcia (Spain)\n•    Pedro J. Cuestas Díaz (BBA\, Ms in Intnal Trade\, PhD) University of Murcia (Spain) \n\n\n\n\n\nObjectives of the Symposium \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe objectives of the Symposium are: \n\na) to promote the importance of the topic sustainability in research and study programmes at higher education institutions in Spain;\nb) to provide a platform for universities to share successful initiatives in respect of research and teaching in these areas\, and promote good practice. Sharing successful case studies and innovative practices from universities in Spain and beyond will provide attendees with practical examples and inspiration. These examples can serve as models for other institutions aiming to enhance their sustainability efforts;\nc) to encourage partnerships between universities\, industry experts\, and government bodies working in this field.\n\nThe event also aims to motivate universities to implement new\, effective teaching and research initiatives which may foster a better awareness among students on the many opportunities offered by the inclusion of a sustainability dimension in university programmes. \n\n\n\n\n\nTarget audience\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe Symposium will be of special interest to academics\, researchers\, administrators\, policy-makers\, and students\, who will explore together the critical role of higher education institutions in promoting sustainable development. The focus is on how universities can integrate sustainability into their curricula\, research\, operations\, and community engagement to foster a more sustainable future. \n\n\n\n\n\nOrganisers\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe Symposium  is hosted by the University of Murcia\, Spain. It is organised by theEuropean School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR)\, theInter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP) \, the European North American Sustainability Research Consortium (ENASRC) and the University of Murcia\, Spain\, which is hosting it\, in cooperation with other organisations. \nThe Symposium “Sustainability and Sustainable Development at Universities in Spain: Challenges and Opportunities” aspires to be a transformative event that not only educates and inspires but also ignites action. \n\n\n\n\n\nTopics covered in the Symposium \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nWe expect contributions to be around one or more of the following topics.\n1.    Curriculum Development for Sustainability: \n\nStrategies for integrating sustainability into undergraduate and post-graduate programmes.\nDeveloping interdisciplinary courses and programmes focused on sustainable development.\n\n2.    Sustainable Campus Operations: \n\nBest practices in energy efficiency\, waste management\, water conservation\, and sustainable transportation.\nCase studies of universities that have successfully implemented sustainable campus initiatives.\n\n3.    Research and Innovation for Sustainability: \n\nEncouraging and supporting sustainability-focused research projects.\nBridging the gap between academic research and practical implementation.\n\n4.    Community Engagement and Outreach: \n\nUniversities’ roles in promoting sustainability in their local communities.\nPartnerships with local governments\, businesses\, and civil society organizations.\n\n5.    Policy and Governance for Sustainability: \n\nInstitutional policies and governance structures that support sustainability.\nRole of university leadership in driving the sustainability agenda.\n\nOther themes are also welcome\, and the organising team welcomes suggestions.\nThe topics discussed in the Symposium aim to foster a rich dialogue that bridges the gap between theory and practice\, and fostering more sustainable practices.\n \n\n\n\n\nHow to participate and deadlines to follow \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nColleagues interested to contribute to the event should send an abstract of 200 words\, including the title of the contribution and the full contact details of the authors\, to: info (at) iccip (dot) net  \nThe deadline for the submission of abstracts is 20th January 2025. Please note that the deadline for the submission of abstracts is not the date they are due. Rather\, this is the last possible date. Therefore\, in order to avoid possible disappointments\, colleagues are kindly requested to consider sending their abstracts as soon as possible.\n\n\n\n\n\nPublishing opportunity \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nPapers admitted to the event and presented on it\, may be submitted to theInternational Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education (IJSHE)\,  the leading peer-reviewed journal on sustainability in a higher education context. Launched in the year 2000\, IJSHE has documented the evolution of the debate on sustainable development at universities in an unrivalled manner\, and most researchers active on the topic\, have published their papers there.  All papers submitted to the journal will be subjected to peer-review. The papers may be submitted after the event\, with 10th September 2025 as the deadline.\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to register \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nRegistrations are now open and will close on 30th April 2025. Delegates whose abstracts have been selected\, will be sent the details on how to register. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration fees \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nA registration fee of Euro 290 will be charged to delegates\, to offset some of the preparation costs. It includes the coffee breaks and lunches on the 2 days.  Invoices will be sent to the registered delegates\, using the information provided during the registration. \n\n\n\n\n\nContact details\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nAll questions related to scientific inputs and strategic partnerships should be sent to:\nProfessor Walter Leal  (BSc\, PhD\, DSc\, DPhil\, DEd\, DLitt\, FSB\, FRGS\, FLS)\nEuropean School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR)\ninfo (at) iccip (dot) net \nand to:\nPedro J. Cuestas Díaz (BBA\, Ms in Intnal Trade\, PhD) University of Murcia (Spain)\npcuestas (at) um (dot) es
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SUMMARY:Symposium on Using Artificial Intelligence in Sustainability Teaching and Learning
DESCRIPTION:Sustainability has become a critical area of focus globally. As the world grapples with climate change\, resource depletion\, and environmental degradation\, there is an urgent need for education systems to incorporate sustainability principles. Educators need innovative tools to teach these complex topics effectively\, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) can provide some of these tools. AI can personalise learning experiences\, making them more engaging and effective. For example\, AI-powered tools can adapt content to match students’ learning styles\, provide real-time feedback\, and facilitate immersive simulations of sustainable practices. These capabilities can significantly enhance students’ understanding and retention of sustainability concepts. \nAI also helps analyse large datasets to provide insights into environmental patterns and trends. Educators can use these insights to develop more accurate and relevant teaching materials. Additionally\, AI can help students learn how to interpret and use data in their sustainability projects\, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills. The future workforce will increasingly require skills in both AI and sustainability. \nThe “Symposium on Using Artificial Intelligence in Sustainability Teaching and Learning”  is being prepared based on the perceived need to better understand how to leverage AI in sustainability efforts to the advantage of teaching staff and students. \nThe event is being organised by MEF University\, Faculty of Economics\, Administrative and Social Sciences\, Istanbul\, Türkiye\, theEuropean  School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR)\, the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP) and the European-North American Sustainability Research Consortium (ENASRC). \nDownload flyer of the event \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAims of the event\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe “Symposium on Using Artificial Intelligence in Sustainability Teaching and Learning” aims to gather experts\, academics\, industry leaders\, and policy-makers to discuss approaches\, methods\, tools\, and strategies for deploying AI in efforts to promote sustainable development as a whole and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in particular in the context of higher education. \nIt will:\na) Present current initiatives on AI on sustainability in higher education.\nb) Discuss current strategies and strategic plans for integrating AI and\nSustainability into university operations and curricula.\nc) Introduce collaborative initiatives and ongoing collaboration between\nuniversities\, industries\, and communities.\nd) Debate the effectiveness of current policies to support AI use in Sustainability in higher education.\ne) Exchange ideas on how to steer students’ involvement and use of AI in Sustainability projects\, preventing undesirable effects. \n\n\n\n\n\nSome key topics    \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\n* Introducing AI tools and techniques\n* Practical AI applications in sustainability teaching and learning.\n* AI and curriculum development\n* Collaborative initiatives that leverage AI for sustainability education. \nOther themes are also welcome. \n\n\n\n\n\nTarget audience \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe Symposium will be of particular interest to academics\, researchers\, administrators\, policy-makers\, and students\, who will explore together the critical role of AI in promoting sustainable development teaching and research. \n\n\n\n\n\nFormat of the Symposium  \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\n* Plenary presentations and discussions: Key speakers from academia and the governmental sectors will provide a multi-perspective view of the challenges and solutions associated with AI and sustainable development in a higher education context.\n* Parallel sessions: presentations on innovative courses\, initiatives\, and programmes\, including student engagement. \nThis symposium will provide a valuable academic platform for the community to exchange ideas and pave the way for more cooperation in the field of AI and sustainable development. \n\n\n\n\n\nPublication opportunity    \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe experiences of the presenters will be documented and promoted in the International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education. \nFounded in 2000\, IJSHE is the only journal that specifically focuses on sustainability issues in a higher education context. All papers are subject to peer review\, and there is no guarantee that submitted papers will be published. Authors should present their papers at the event\, get feedback\, and then submit their papers by 30 June 2025. \n\n\n\n\n\nProfile of participants\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe Symposium will be of particular interest to researchers\, educators\, students and communication specialists interested in and working in the field of AI and sustainable development in higher education. \n\n\n\n\n\nHow to attend the Symposium    \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThere are two possibilities for attending the symposium:\n1.  By only attending the symposium (without a paper presentation): please register on this website and complete all the required details: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/using-artificial-intelligence-in-sustainability-teaching-and-learning-tickets-959113192377?aff=oddtdtcreator \n2.  By presenting a paper: Researchers may submit any complete\, original and unpublished research papers\, either conceptual or empirical. The Turnitin similarity index must be below 20%. To participate\, participants need to submit an abstract of 200 to 300 words\, along with the authors’ names and full contact details\, before 30th November 2024. Full papers are due by 30th June 2025. \nAbstracts should be submitted by using the following registration form: https://forms.office.com/e/2pHrV2HNv7\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to register    \n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\n Please register on this website and complete all the required details: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/using-artificial-intelligence-in-sustainability-teaching-and-learning-tickets-959113192377?aff=oddtdtcreator \nFor those who submitted an abstract: The authors will receive an email with the registration and payment details. In case you already want to proceed with it\, please register on this website and complete all the required details: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/using-artificial-intelligence-in-sustainability-teaching-and-learning-tickets-959113192377?aff=oddtdtcreator \n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration fees\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nA registration fee of Euro 290 will be charged to delegates to offset  some of the preparation costs. It includes the coffee breaks and lunches on the two days. \n\n\n\n\n\nContact details\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nAll questions related to scientific inputs and strategic partnerships should be sent to: \nProfessor Walter Leal  (BSc\, PhD\, DSc\, DPhil\, DEd\, DLitt\, FSB\, FRGS\, FLS)\nEuropean School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR)\nesssr (at) haw-hamburg (dot) de \nAll questions regarding accommodations and city information should be sent to:\nProfessor Semen Son Turan (BA\, MBA\, PhD)\nDean\, Faculty of Economics\, Administrative and Social Sciences\nMEF University\nsons (at) mef.edu (dot) tr \nAll questions related to abstracts and registrations should be sent to:    \nLaís Trevisan\nHamburg University of Applied Sciences\nResearch and Transfer Centre „Sustainable Development and Climate Change Management”\nEuropean School of Sustainability Science and Research\nUlmenliet 20\n21033 Hamburg\nGermany\nlais.vieratrevisan (at) haw-hamburg (dot) de / FTZ-Events (at) haw-hamburg (dot) de
URL:https://esssr.eu/events/symposium-on-using-artificial-intelligence-in-sustainability-teaching-and-learning/
LOCATION:MEF University\, Faculty of Economics\, Administrative and Social Sciences\, Istanbul\, Türkiye
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SUMMARY:World Symposium on Sustainability Leadership (WSSL 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Even though leadership is a key component in the implementation of sustainability at organisations and universities\, there is a paucity of events that focus on this aspect. In order to fill in this gap\, the World Symposium on Sustainability Leadership is being organised by the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany)\, the University of Salamanca (Spain)\, in cooperation with the Manchester Metropolitan University (UK)\, the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme and the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR). \nRegister now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBACKGROUND\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThere are numerous definitions of the term sustainable leadership in the literature. These differ in their definitions of leadership and sustainability. Furthermore\, there is a difference between the characteristics and skills of the decision-makers and the logic of management theory. In any case\, sustainable leadership or responsible leadership has the task of shaping the interplay of forces between conventional and sustainability-related decision-making premises\, emphasising the need for a greater emphasis on considerations of sustainable development as part of decision-making processes. This applies to both public and private organisations. \nEven though leadership is a key component in the implementation of sustainability at organisations\, there is a paucity of events where a special focus on this aspect is given. In order to fill in this gap\, the World Symposium on Sustainability Leadership is being organised by the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany)\, the University of Salamanca (Spain)\, in cooperation with the Manchester Metropolitan University (UK)\, the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme\, and the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR). \nThis Symposium is aimed at those working in or concerned with leadership in a sustainable development context. It provides an opportunity to showcase projects\, approaches\, and activities that investigate or utilise leadership principles and methods as a means of guiding the world of organisations. The Symposium aims to facilitate networking and the development of partnerships and promote collaborative efforts for those using leadership as a tool to overcome the challenges associated with sustainable development. \n\n\n\n\n\nAUDIENCE\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nPresenters and delegates attending the World Symposium on Sustainability Leadership will come from a wide range of sectors\, including\, but not restricted to: \n\npeople working in universities\, colleges and training organisations (tertiary education).\nrepresentatives from companies (SMEs) and large enterprises.\nmembers of NGOs working with sustainability.\ngovernmental institutions\, including representatives from ministries and local government organisations and departments.\nintergovernmental agencies.\nsustainability consultants.\nother interested parties.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAIMS OF THE SYMPOSIUM\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\n\nTo provide interested actors from across the world with an opportunity to present their work in the field of leadership on sustainable development.\nTo provide a platform for the exchange of information\, ideas\, and experiences from projects and initiatives (whether completed\, ongoing\, or emerging) focusing on sustainability leadership – an opportunity to share lessons learned\, successful initiatives\, and good practices from across the world.\nTo discuss approaches and experiences used at enterprises\, which explore the role of leadership in putting sustainability concepts into practice.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPUBLISHING OPPORTUNITIES\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nParticipants who wish to submit a paper will be invited to contribute towards an edited volume entitled “Implementing Sustainability Leadership in Public and Private Organisations”. This book will be aimed at a wide readership\, notably those on the front line of sustainability efforts at universities and companies\, along with policymakers\, researchers\, and students. The book will be a further volume of the award-winning “World Sustainability Series” published by Springer\, which\, since its creation in 2008\, has become the world’s leading book series on sustainable development. The decision of the editors as to which papers may be selected and undergo peer review for the book is final. \nSome of the papers may also be submitted for peer-review in the  Journal “Discover Sustainability” published by Springer Nature: The open access fees to be charged are not included in the Symposium fees. Delegates who want to submit their papers to the journal need to pay them in separate. \n\n\n\n\n\nTHEMES\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe Symposium will explore a variety of major themes\, such as:\n1. Sustainability and Leadership in the Private Sector (e.g. companies\, enterprises)\n2. Sustainability and Leadership in the Public Sector (e.g. universities\, government offices\, NGOs\, etc)\n3. Education of leaders for sustainable development: Lifelong learning\, competence development and microcredentials for enhancing sustainability leadership\n4. Leadership for Promoting Partnerships for the SDGs \nInterconnected Sub-themes which cut across both themes include:\na)    Enabling sustainability leadership;\nb)    Stakeholders´ involvement in sustainability;\nc)    Innovation in leadership;\nd)    The role of partnerships in promoting leadership on sustainable development;\ne)    Change management for corporate sustainability;\nf)    The role of responsible leadership in the promotion of corporate social responsibility or creating sustainable business models;\ng)    The role of leadership in driving communities towards sustainable development;\nh)    Leadership for sustainable development and social innovation;\ni)    The role of leadership in implementing the SDGs in higher education institutions;\nj)    Conceptual aspects of sustainability leadership and responsible leadership; \nOther themes may also be considered. Please contact the organising committee if you have any ideas. \n\n\n\n\n\nSCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nProfessor Dr. Walter Leal \nProfessor Walter Leal holds the Chairs of Climate Change Management at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (Germany)\, and Environment and Technology at Manchester Metropolitan University (UK). He directs the Research and Transfer Centre “Sustainability Development and Climate Change Management”. His main research interests are in the fields of sustainable development and climate change\, also including aspects of climate change and health. \nDr. Javier Sierra\nJavier Sierra holds a Ph.D. in Development Economics. He is the representative of the University of Salamanca in the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR) and in the European Alliance for Sustainability Research (EASR). He is a member of the Research Group on Economics and Public Policy (GREPP) and the Research Group on Interaction and e-Learning (GRIAL). His research focuses on global studies\, development economics\, financial inclusion\, sustainability\, public policy evaluation and educational innovation. \nDr. Joao Eustachio\nDr. João Eustachio is an economist\, researcher\, and project manager based at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences\, where he leverages his expertise in sustainability research\, sustainability leadership\, education for sustainable development\, corporate social responsibility\, and sustainability policy. He is the executive director of the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR)\, the Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP) and the GERBRAS-SCIENCENET. \nDr. Amanda Lange Salvia\nDr. Amanda Lange Salvia is a Project Manager and Researcher the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences\, Germany. She is a Deputy Editor of the Encyclopedia of the Sustainable Development Goals and of the International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education. Her background is in Environmental Engineering and her work focuses on the role of universities towards sustainability\, the impacts of climate change and the Sustainable Development Goals. \nDr. Ángela Suárez-Collado\nDr. Ángela Suárez Collado is a Political Scientist who holds a MA in International Mediterranean Studies and a PhD in Arab and Islamic Studies. She is the Academic Director of the MA Program in Global and International Studies at the University of Salamanca. She was a postdoctoral fellow at the Käte Hamburger Kolleg-Centre for Global Cooperation Research (Germany). She has been a visiting researcher at Georgetown University\, Oxford University\, the College of Europe in Brugge and the Centre Jacques Berque pour le Développement des Sciences Humaines et Sociales au Maroc. Her research focuses on social movements\, local politics and sustainability in North Africa\, and Moroccan migration in Europe. \nDr. Carlos Dionisio Pérez-Blanco\nCarlos Dionisio Pérez-Blanco is an Associate Professor at Universidad de Salamanca and Research Associate at the Centro Euro-Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici. He is also the Principal Investigator of the TRANSCEND\, TALANOA-WATER and IRENE projects. He was the coordinator of Water Future’s Economic Instruments of Water Security Working Group\, an international network of 25 renowned scientists codeveloping the pioneering Global Water Assessment. \nVíctor Moreno-Aguilar \nVíctor Moreno-Aguilar is a researcher at the University of Salamanca and a teaching assistant at the Complutense University of Madrid. His main academic work focuses on studying the new dynamics of the international system and the role of aspects such as sustainability or investment in health or sport in the development of the country brand of emerging states in the global system. \n\n\n\n\n\nASSOCIATED PARTNERS\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nManchester Metropolitan University (UK)\nInter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme – IUSDRP (Germany)\nEuropean School of Sustainability Science and Research – ESSSR (Germany) \n\n\n\n\n\nSTRUCTURE OF THE EVENT\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe Symposium will be organised in two main strands: \nStrand 1: presentations \nPresentations will be a combination of plenary and parallel sessions\, organised thematically. \nStrand 2: posters \nParticipants will have the opportunity to exhibit posters describing their work and to distribute information to other participants. \n\n\n\n\n\nDEADLINES\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nSubmissions:\nDeadline for submission of abstracts: 20th April 2025\nDeadline for submission of papers: 31st July 2025 \nThese deadlines are important\, so that the book can be produced as soon as possible following the event. \nRegistration:\nDeadline for registrations: 20th April 2025 \n\n\n\n\n\nCONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of the Continuing Professional Development Programme on Sustainable Development\, undertaken by the European School of Sustainability Science and Research (ESSSR) and Inter-University Sustainable Development Research Programme (IUSDRP). An official certificate of participation\, useful for professional development purposes and to be shown to employers\, will be issued to participants\, with the equivalent of 20 hours\, including attendance to the event and preparation time. The issuing of the Certificate is included in the registration fees. \n\n\n\n\n\nFEES AND CHARGES\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nThe event is self-funded\, and to offset the costs of staff time\, organisation\, and book preparation\, a registration fee of Euro 280 (plus taxes) will be charged per delegate. The fee also includes coffee breaks and lunches during the symposium’s days. \nThe Symposium will provide participants with an outstanding opportunity to interact and network with delegates from around the world and with a very broad range of experience and insights. \n\n\n\n\n\nCONTACT POINTS FOR SCIENTIFIC INPUTS AND STRATEGIC COOPERATION\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nAll questions related to academic inputs and strategic partnerships\, as well as the book\, should be sent to:\nProfessor Walter Leal Filho\nesssr (at) ls.haw-hamburg (dot) de \nAll questions related to registrations and accommodation should be sent to:\nDr. João Eustachio\nesssr (at) ls.haw-hamburg (dot) de \n\n\n\n\n\nHOW TO SUBMIT AN ABSTRACT\n\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… \n\n\n\n\nAn abstract should be up to 200 words\, it should describe the rationale and aims of the paper\, and some of its results. General descriptions of broad contexts should be avoided. The full contact details about the author(s) need to be provided. Abstracts should be written in the third person and not in the first or second one (e.g. I\, me\, or my paper). Please see below a sample abstract. \nAuthors whose abstracts have been accepted\, will receive further details about how to submit their full papers\, and further logistical information. Please send your abstract to:\nSDG-Publications Team\nesssr (at) ls.haw-hamburg (dot) de \nSample Abstract\nPromoting Sustainability Leadership at Universities: needs to be met\nWalter Leal (BSc\, PhD\, DSc\, DPhil\, DEd\, DLitt\, FSB\, FRGS\, FLS)\nSchool of Science and the Environment\nManchester Metropolitan University\nChester Street\nManchester\, M1 5GD\nUnited Kingdom\nE-mail: info( at )iccip.net \nAbstract \nThe many pressures faced by universities to implement sustainable development means that new approaches are needed\, in order to move it forward. Among other factors\, the undertaking of certain strategies is made difficult by the general lack of leadership or a sound leadership framework. This paper presents an analysis about the misconceptions related to the implementation of leadership and universties\, and describes the most widespread ones\, as well as their implications. A special emphasis is given to the problems and barriers caused by misinformation\, which – in turn – prevent the potential of leadership from being realised. Finally\, some concrete steps which may be taken in order to break the misconceptions and foster a more systematic view of leadership strategies in higher education\, are outlined.
URL:https://esssr.eu/events/world-symposium-on-sustainability-leadership-wssl-2025/
LOCATION:Salamanca\, Spain
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SUMMARY:Regional Collaboration on Sustainability\, Circular Economy\, and Climate Change in Northern Germany
DESCRIPTION:Join us at an online meeting about Regional Collaboration on Sustainability\, Circular Economy\, and Climate Change in Northern Germany \n \nEvent details: \n🗓️ Date: 2nd June 2025 \n🕒 Time: 11:00 a.m – 12:00 a.m CET (Central European Time) \n📍Format: Online \n🗣️ Language: English \n💲Cost: None! \n🔗 Register here: Regional Collaboration to Sustainabity aspects in Northern Germany \n  \n  \nAs the world faces escalating environmental challenges\, regional collaboration is key to scaling innovative solutions. The circular economy and sustainable practices offer pathways to reduce waste\, lower emissions\, and foster resilient economies. By working together\, regions can share knowledge\, align policies\, and accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon future. Against this background\, the Research and Transfer Centre “Sustainable Development and Climate Change Management” (FTZ-NK) is organising the on-line meeting to discuss “Regional Collaboration on Sustainability\, Circular Economy\, and Climate Change in Northern Germany”. \nThe objectives of the meeting are: \n* To introduce the work of the FTZ-NK\, RCE Hamburg and Region and the Baltic University Programme office in Germany. \n* To facilitate knowledge exchange on best practices in climate change management\, sustainability and circular economy initiatives. * To strengthen regional partnerships to enhance climate action and resource efficiency. * To Identify collaborative opportunities in northern Germany. Who should attend? * Government and regional policymakers * Business leaders and sustainability professionals * NGOs and environmental advocates * Academics and researchers in climate and sustainability \n Programme: \n11:00-11:10-Welcome and Presentation of the FTZ-NK\, RCE Hamburg and Region and the Baltic University Programme Office in Germany \n11:10-11:20- Presentation of the FTZ-NK Division on Climate Change and Health \n11:20-11:30- Presentation of the FTZ-NK Division of Environment and Circular Economy \n11:30-11:40- Presentation of the FTZ-NK Division on Sustainability Research and Practice \n11:40-11:50- Possibilities for Cooperation \n11:50- 12:00- Q&A \n12:00- Close \n  \n📌 Register now and let’s work together for impactful change in northern Germany!  \nBest regards\, \nThe Organisers \nFTZ-NK\, RCE Hamburg and Region and National Office of the Baltic University Programme in Germany
URL:https://esssr.eu/events/regional-collaboration-on-sustainability-circular-economy-and-climate-change-in-northern-germany/
LOCATION:Online
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