SUStainability among us: navigating to a greener future

General description

“Sustainability” has become one of the most popular buzzwords in all kinds of industries. It’s a goal everyone is striving to achieve. There are so many tips and tricks circulating that it’s easy to get lost trying to figure out all the steps you should or should not take. Is it even up to you to do those things or is “sustainability” only something for the higher ups to concern themselves with?

Come to Zagreb and get answers to these questions and many more. Dive into the world of renewable energy, sustainable practices, and eco-conscious living! Explore with us how to help the Earth, starting with ourselves and our homes all the way up to the way companies handle their own carbon footprint and develop services that help others.

Make yourself at home in one of Europe’s greenest cities and discover how green energy can power a sustainable future.

Academic information

Fields of activity:

Applied Sciences , Biological/Biotechnical/Gene Engineering , Chemical Engineering , Chemistry/Chemical Technology , Civil Engineering , Computational Sciences , Computer Engineering , Computer Science/Automatic Control/Informatics , Electrical/Electromechanical Engineering , Environmental Engineering , Industrial Engineering , Industrial Management , Machine & Instrument engineering/Design , Mechanical Engineering , Physics/Physics Engineering , Power Engineering , Production Engineering/Management

Content and topics:

The students will explore sustainability and green technologies. Through lectures they will learn more about renewable and non-renewable energy sources and what their benefits are. They will discover how companies try to achieve sustainability and how they as individuals can make sustainable choices.

Learning goals and objectives:

Raise awareness about sustainability among participants. Give them examples how changes can be made. Introduce ways sustainability and green energies can be implemented and prioritised by industries. Encourage participants to make informed, conscious choices and think greener. Guide their attention towards ecological issues and encourage critical thinking about the usage of energy.

Examination type:

Written exam

ECTS credits issued:

0.5

Information for applicants

Selection criteria:

Motivational letter and answers to questions

Practical arrangements

All of the following are covered by the event fee:

Lodging:

Student dorms or hostel

Meals:

3 meals per day, at least one hot

Transportation:

Public transport